Zainul Haque Sikder Women’s Medical College and Hospital is a private, women-only medical college in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Established in 1992, it’s a well-regarded institution affiliated with the University of Dhaka. The college is recognized by various international and national bodies, including the World Health Organization (WHO), the Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council (BMDC), and the National Medical Commission (NMC) of India.
Location & Facilities
The college is located in the Dhanmondi area of Dhaka. It has a modern campus with a 450,000-square-foot building that features state-of-the-art facilities like classrooms, well-equipped laboratories, and a library. The attached hospital provides clinical training and services to the public. The hospital has advanced equipment and various specialized units, including an ICU and CCU. The college also provides separate, secure, and hygienic hostel facilities for its students
Academics & Courses
The primary course offered is a five-year Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program. Following the academic portion, a one-year mandatory internship is required. The medium of instruction is English, which makes it a popular choice for international students, particularly from India. Admission requirements typically include a good academic record in subjects like Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, and for Indian students, a qualifying score on the NEET exam is mandatory. The college’s curriculum is administered by the University of Dhaka.
FEES .
The total MBBS fee at Zainul Haque Sikder Women’s Medical College and Hospital for the entire course is around USD 42,000. This figure includes hostel fees and is typically broken down into an initial, larger payment for the first year, followed by smaller installments for the subsequent years.