Faculty of Medical Studies (FMS)

About Faculty of Medical Studies (FMS)

The Faculty of Medical Studies (FMS) at Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP) is dedicated to advancing excellence in medical education, public health, and healthcare services across Bangladesh. FMS plays a pivotal role in overseeing and guiding the academic programs offered by its affiliated medical colleges and institutes, ensuring high standards in medical education, training, and research.
Affiliated Institutions
FMS administers programs at several prominent medical and nursing colleges across the country, encompassing both undergraduate and postgraduate education.
MBBS Programs:
•    Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC)
•    Army Medical College Bogura
•    Army Medical College Chattogram
•    Army Medical College Cumilla
•    Army Medical College Jashore
•    Army Medical College Rangpur
BSc Nursing Programs:
•    Armed Forces Medical Institute (AFMI)
•    Army Nursing College Cumilla
•    Army Nursing College Rangpur
Each institution follows a robust curriculum that meets national standards and emphasizes both academic rigor and hands-on training, equipping students with the skills needed to excel in healthcare.

International Collaborations
FMS is committed to fostering a global perspective in medical education and public health. Through Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with leading international universities, FMS offers opportunities for cross-border collaboration, research, and academic exchange. Key partnerships include:
•    Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences (FHML), Maastricht University, The Netherlands
•    Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South-Eastern Norway (USN)
These partnerships enable FMS to share best practices, develop joint research projects, and enhance the quality of its academic programs through faculty and student exchanges.

Global Health Consortium Membership
FMS is also a proud member of the Global Health Consortium (https://gh-consortium.org), an international network committed to addressing global health challenges through collaborative research and education. This membership strengthens FMS’s role in the global health landscape, connecting it with renowned institutions such as Maastricht University (Netherland), University of South-Eastern Norway (Norway), Ahfad University for Women (Sudan), Manipal Academy of Higher Education (India), Thammasat University (Thailand), McMaster University (Canada), Universidad del Rosario (Colombia), and the University of Alabama at Birmingham (USA), Niigata University (Japan) among others.

Commitment to Excellence
FMS remains steadfast in its commitment to creating a positive impact in healthcare through quality education, innovative research, and partnerships. By nurturing a new generation of healthcare leaders, FMS strives to contribute to the well-being of communities across Bangladesh and beyond.
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