Faculty of Medicine

About

Medical education is based on an integrated system in which the topics are examined through a multidisciplinary approach in the course based on interrelated systems. Periods I, II and III constitute of the preclinical part of medical education. The basic sciences in the 1st year, the normal biological functioning of the human organism in the 2nd year and the basic microbiology, the psychopathological and pathological foundations of the system diseases in the 3rd year, and clinical features and treatments are taught through a multidisciplinary approach. Within the scope of education collaboration, the 4th, 5th and 6th years of medical education will be completed at Başkent University, Adana- Turgut Noyan Application and Research Center. Medical education in the 4th and the 5th years involve a combination of courses and internships. In addition to theoretical lectures, the program also consists of in-patient training, clinical visits, patient preparation, outpatient clinic visits, and observation in the operating room, seminars and article hours, and joint meetings between clinics. The 6th year is the time for internships. The courses and internships cover not only global knowledge and skills, but also principles of preventive medicine and local needs. Students take an active role and responsibility in all clinical studies under the supervision of their responsible faculty member. In this last step towards medical practice, the students will learn to put their theoretical knowledge into practice.

Mission and Vision

Cyprus International University has adopted scientific research to become a leader in its field, to be a sought-after university, to raise scientists, to produce high-quality information, and to spread knowledge and science in the formation of national and international scientific policies.

In addition to education, the Faculty of Medicine is also a pioneering faculty in the field of research, and the necessary configurations have been established in order to ensure the active participation of the academic staff in the research and development activities of the graduate and undergraduate students. Our mission is to train our students as doctors who have the knowledge, skills and universal values of medicine. We also aim to produce the most advanced solutions to health-related problems and to make scientific contributions to national and international knowledge.

Finally, we aim to be a respected, innovative and leading faculty at the national and international levels of education, health care and scientific research.

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EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

In order to provide the best and highest quality education to our students, the Faculty of Medicine is equipped with education and research laboratories with the highest level of technology. Students find all kinds of research and study opportunities in Molecular Medicine, Biochemistry, Neurological Sciences, Cell Culture, Microbiology, Neurophysiology, and Hemodynamics Laboratories. There is an advanced cadaver room as well as a comprehensive model laboratory designed for anatomy education. Physiology Education is provided with computerized data, recording, and experiment systems, and each student is provided with separate microscopes and training sets. In addition, it allows each student to actively participate in the experiments; A separate training laboratory where biochemical and molecular analyzes, metabolism analyzes, and structural and biochemical analyzes of microorganisms are carried out is located in the infrastructure of the faculty.

Faculty of Medicine is included in the World Directory of Medical Schools

CIU Faculty of Medicine is included in the World Directory of Medical Schools. The World Directory is a joint venture of the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) and the Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER), in collaboration with the World Health Organisation and the University of Copenhagen.

Schools and graduates from schools included in this directory have the opportunity to take their specialization exams in the United States of America and work as a doctor in any country around the world (including the USA). 

PROGRAM RECOGNITION

The ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates) Sponsor Note is a significant milestone for our institution and a major advantage for our students, particularly those aspiring to pursue medical careers in Canada and the USA. Here’s why this is important:

1. Eligibility for ECFMG Certification: With this Sponsor Note, our medical graduates are now eligible to apply for ECFMG certification, a crucial step for those wishing to practice medicine in the USA.
2. Pathway to Residency and Practice: ECFMG certification is a prerequisite for taking the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) and for entering residency programs in the USA. This certification also facilitates the process for obtaining a license to practice medicine in Canada.
3. Enhanced Recognition and Opportunities: Being listed with an ECFMG Sponsor Note on WDOMS enhances the international recognition of our medical degrees, opening doors to numerous opportunities for further training and employment in North America.
4. Competitive Edge: This recognition provides our graduates with a competitive edge in the highly sought-after residency and fellowship positions in North America, making you more attractive to prestigious programs and institutions.

Academic Administration Calendar

2024-2025 Academic Administration Calendar of the Faculty of Medicine
  Fall Semester 1st Year Students 2nd Year Students 3rd Year Students
Course Registration 9-20 September 2024 9-27 September 2024 26 August-13 September 2024 26 August-13 September 2024
Proficiency Exam 16 September 2024      
First Day of Classes 23 September 2024 16 September 2024 2 September 2024 2 September 2024
Late Course Registration Week (Penalty will apply to late registrations from October 2nd, 2024(including the date).) 23-27 September 2024 30 September -4 October 2024 16-20 September 2024 16-20 September 2024
Last Day of Course Add/Drop 11 October 2024      
Student Council Selections 31 October 2024      
Midterm Exams 9-20 November 2024      
Last Day for Course Withdrawal 6 December 2024      
Last Day of Classes 31 December 2024 25 January 2025 25 January 2025 25 January 2025
Last Day for Teaching for the School of Foreign Languages 31 December 2024      
Final Examinations for the School of Foreign Languages and English Proficiency Examination 6-10 January 2025      
Final Exams 4-14 January 2025      
Last Day for Submitting Course Grades 17 January 2025      
Announcement of Course Grades 20 January 2025      
Registration of Re-sit Exams 21-22 January 2025      
Re-sit Exams 23-25 January 2025      
Last Day for Submitting Re-sit Examination Grades 27 January 2025      
  Spring Semester      
Course Registration 20-31 January 2025      
Proficiency Exam 27 January 2025      
First Day of Classes 3 February 2025 10 February 2025 10 February 2025 10 February 2025
Late Course Registration Week (Penalty will apply to late registrations from February 19th, 2025 (including the date).) 10-14 February 2025      
Last Day for Course Add/ Drop 28 February 2025      
Midterm Exams 5-15 April 2025      
Last Day for Course Withdrawal 2 May 2025      
Last Day of Classes 16 May 2025 20 June 2025 13 June 2025 20 June 2025
Last Day for Teaching for the School of Foreign Languages 16 May 2025      
Final Exams for the School of Foreign Languages and English Proficiency Exam 20-24 May 2025      
Final Exams 20-30 May 2025 4 July 2025 30 June 2025 7 July 2025
Last Day for Submitting Course Grades 3 June 2025 8 July 2025 4 July 2025 11 July 2025
Announcement of Course Grades 4 June 2025      
Registration of Re-sit Exams 11-12 June 2025      
Re-sit Exams 16-18 June 2025 18 July 2025 14 July 2025 21 July 2025
Last Day for Submitting Re-sit Examination Grades 20 June 2025 22 July 2025 18 July 2025 25 July 2025
         
  Summer Semester      
Interactive Course Registration, Advisor Approvals 16 - 20 June 2025      
First Day of Classes 23 June 2025      
Last Day of Classes 8 August 2025      
Final Exams 11-13 August 2025      
Final Exams for the School of Foreign Languages and English Proficiency Exam 11-13 August 2025      
Make-up Exams 14-15 August 2025      
Last Day for Submitting Course Grades 18 August 2025      
Announcement of Course Grades 19 August 2025      
National/ Religious Holidays
14 September 2024 Saturday Religious Holiday
29 October 2024 Tuesday National Holiday
15 November 2024 Friday National Holiday
1 January 2025 Wednesday New Year Holiday
30 March- 1 April 2025 Sunday-Tuesday Religious Holiday
23 April 2025 Wednesday National Holiday
1 May 2025 Thursday May Holiday
19 May 2025 Monday National Holiday
6-9 June 2025 Friday-Monday Religious Holiday
20 July 2025 Sunday National Holiday
1 August 2025 Monday National Holiday
30 August 2025 Saturday National Holiday

2024-2025 Course Programs

2nd Year

MDCN 201 Nervous System

Contact

Faculty of Medicine
Central Lecture Halls, CL213

Tel: +90 392 671 1111 Extension: 2551
Faculty E-mail: secretary-fm@ciu.edu.tr
Dean: Prof. Dr. Hikmet Ayşegül TAYLAN ÖZKAN
Dean E-mail: ataylan@ciu.edu.tr