Cox's Bazar Medical College (CBMC) is a public medical school located in the coastal city of Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh. Established in 2008, the institution began its academic operations in the 2008‑2009 academic year under the affiliation of Chittagong University (now Chittagong Medical University). The college is administered by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of Bangladesh and is recognized by the Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council (BMDC) for the award of the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree.
Academic Programs
- MBBS (5‑year) program: The core curriculum follows the standards set by the BMDC, encompassing pre‑clinical, para‑clinical, and clinical subjects.
- Internship: After successful completion of the MBBS course, graduates are required to complete a one‑year compulsory internship at the affiliated teaching hospital.
Student Intake
- Initial annual admission capacity was 50 students, later increased to 100 students per year in accordance with national medical education policies.
Campus and Hospital
- The college campus includes lecture halls, laboratories, a library, and residential facilities for students and staff.
- The associated teaching hospital, Cox's Bazar Medical College Hospital, is a tertiary‑care facility with a capacity of approximately 500 beds, providing clinical training sites for students and health services to the local population.
Affiliations and Accreditation
- Affiliated University: Chittagong Medical University (formerly Chittagong University).
- Regulatory Body: Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council (BMDC).
- Funding: Fully funded by the Government of Bangladesh.
Admission Process
Admission to the MBBS program is conducted centrally by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) through a nationwide merit‑based entrance examination, with eligibility criteria set by the Ministry of Health.
Purpose and Role
Cox's Bazar Medical College aims to increase the number of qualified medical professionals in Bangladesh, particularly serving the needs of the southeastern coastal region, and to contribute to public health research and community health initiatives in the area.
