Introduction

The Faculty of Medicine offers the Medical Doctor Undergraduate Program (MDUP or the "Program"), which leads to the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree. The Program requires a minimum of 90 university credits in preparation for the MD degree plus four years of study in Medicine. A physician's education can be broadly divided into four phases:

1. Pre-medical preparation, which can be completed in a variety of faculties or programs.
2. MDUP training (four years).
3. Residency training (two years or more).
4. Continuing professional development.

The MDUP provides the medical school training referenced in the second phase above.

MDUP Mission Statement

The University of British Columbia’s MD Undergraduate Program delivers an exemplary model of distributed medical education that prepares future physicians to collaborate with patients and their circle of support in providing culturally safe, high-quality healthcare across the population of BC, including Indigenous Peoples, people living in rural and remote communities, and people who disproportionately experience adverse health care interactions and health outcomes. Our graduates are prepared to contribute to innovative improvements to healthcare in BC and globally. 

The mission of the MD Undergraduate Program is integral to the vision of the Faculty of Medicine, “Transforming Health for Everyone”; and embodies the values of respect, integrity, compassion, collaboration, and equity.

Exit Competencies

The MDUP Exit Competencies reflect our Social Responsibility and Accountability framework, the Faculty of Medicine Vision and Values and the MDUP Mission statement. Specifically, equity, diversity and inclusion, a holistic person-centered approach, anti-racism and Indigenous cultural safety are emphasized. The MDUP Exit Competencies map externally to the CanMEDs roles and AFMC Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs).