Assessment Methods

Students are assessed throughout the program using a variety of methods that adhere to the highest quality standards to ensure efficiency and comprehensiveness.

General Characteristics of Student Assessment

• The highest quality assurance standards are applied throughout the assessment process.
• A variety of assessment methods are employed to encompass all theoretical and practical learning domains.
• Students are assessed both during and at the end of each course to ensure a comprehensive evaluation.
• Assessment methods are carefully aligned with the program's intended learning outcomes.
• At the end of the program, a comprehensive assessment of Phase III is conducted as a prerequisite for awarding the "Doctor of Medicine" degree.

Student Assessment Tools

A diverse range of assessment tools are utilized, including but not limited to:

• Written Exams: Employing multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and short-answer questions (SAQs)
• Objective Structured Practical Examinations (OSPEs)
• Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs)
• Continuous Assessment by Faculty Members
• Student Portfolios

Standard Setting for Examinations

Stringent standards settings are implemented for student assessment. The Modified Angoff Method is used to determine pass/fail criteria based on the minimum passing level (MPL). Multiple-choice questions are analyzed for difficulty and discrimination. After each exam, a session is held for all students to review their performance on different exam elements and receive feedback on the exam.

Criteria for Awarding the Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc)

The Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree is granted at the end of the Phase II based on the following criteria:

• Passing all courses in the fourth year
• Achieving a passing grade in community health activities in the fourth year
• Achieving a passing grade in the professional skills in the fourth year
• Obtaining Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Calculation of Overall BSc Grade

The overall BSc grade is calculated based on a predetermined percentage distribution of Phase II units.

Criteria for Awarding the Doctor of Medicine (MD) Degree

The Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree is awarded at the end of Phase III based on the cumulative scores from two main types of assessment:

• Continuous Assessment: It includes the aggregate scores of end-of-rotation exams in years five and six. These exams assess students' knowledge and skills acquired during their training in the clinical rotations.
• Final MD Exam: This exam is conducted after passing all end-of-rotations exams. It serves as a comprehensive assessment of students' final knowledge and skills after completing their medical studies.

Eligibility for sitting for the Final MD Exam

• Passing all end-of-rotation exams
• Obtaining Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Fulfilling all requirements of the Leadership, Ethics, and Professionalism (LEAP)
  Calculation of Overall MD Grade: The overall MD grade is calculated based on the following: Cumulative score of clinical end-of-course exams (60%) and final exam score (40%).

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