At MBRU we believe that to excel in your career, not only do we need to give you the best education in the classroom, but also outside of it, and to become an exceptional doctor requires the development of these “soft” skills.

To be accepted at MBRU, we conduct a series of multiple mini interviews. A process which is comprised of several short independent assessment interviews, typically arranged in a timed circuit.

The process results in an aggregate score of each candidates’ non-cognitive (“soft”) skills such as interpersonal skills, professionalism, and moral judgment. It’s been so successful that since its introduction in 2004, the MMI process has been adopted by medical, dental and pharmacy schools around the world.

The interview scenarios are designed to test non-cognitive competencies which are key to medicine, such as:

• Communication Skills
• Problem-solving
• Empathy
• Moral/ethical reasoning
• Decision-making

Although participants must relate to the scenario posed at each station, it is important to note that the MMI is not intended to test specific knowledge in the field. Instead, the assessors evaluate each candidate’s thought process and the ability to think ‘on his or her feet’. As such, there are no right or wrong answers to the questions posed in an MMI, but each applicant should consider the question from a variety of perspectives.

The MMI process

At the start of each mini-interview rotation, a candidate receives a question/scenario and has a short period of time (typically one minute) to prepare an answer. Upon entering the interview room, the candidate has a short exchange with an assessor (usually about 5 minutes). In some cases, the assessor observes while an interaction takes place between a simulated patient (a role player) and the candidate.

At the end of each mini-interview, the assessor evaluates the candidate’s performance on the activity against set criteria, while the applicant moves to the next station. This pattern is repeated through a number of rotations (usually 10-15).  Some stations are designated as “rest stations” meaning that no interview takes place. The candidate is expected to sit quietly during that time. The duration of the entire interview is usually about 90 minutes (1½ hours).

• Transcripts and Degree Certificates submitted will require attestation from the Ministry of Education in the UAE for degrees awarded inside the UAE.
• Transcripts and Degree Certificates awarded outside the UAE will require attestation from the Ministry of Education. Also, applicants will need to obtain a Certificate of Equivalency from the Ministry.
• Additional qualifications such as MFDS from one of the UK Royal Colleges or any other postgraduate dental degree are desirable.

All applicants for admission are required to obtain equivalency of their educational degree from the UAE Ministry of Education. The attestation process depends upon whether you completed your secondary schooling or undergraduate degree within the UAE or outside the UAE.

Applicants who completed secondary schooling or a Bachelor degree outside the UAE

must have their educational degree and transcripts/mark sheets certified by:

• The issuing educational institute and/or recognized authority for tertiary education in the host country in which you completed your education
• The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the host country
• The UAE Embassy in that host country
• The Ministry of Education in the UAE

Additionally, the UAE Ministry of Education must issue an Equivalency Certificate.

Equivalency requirements for high school degree attestation can be found on Ministry of Education website.

Equivalency requirements for Bachelor degree attestation can be found on Ministry of Education website.

Applicants who completed their bachelor’s degree in Egypt must have the following documents in order to attain the Equivalency letter from Ministry of education – UAE

• The attested degree certificate and the transcript (mark sheet) from:
  • The issuing educational institute and/or recognized authority for territory education in Egypt.
  • The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Egypt.
  • The UAE Embassy in Egypt.
• The original letter of equivalency (شهادة معادلة) from the Supreme Council of Universities in Egypt – View Sample.
• Proof of attendance in Egypt (for students enrolled in the year 2000 and after):
  • Passport
  • Entry and exit stamp for Egypt (which can be obtained from the Ministry of Interior Kuwait – IT department) – View Sample. 
• Copy of the high school certificate, duly attested (except for the cases where high school certificate is 20 years old, and in such cases, a letter of the embassy of the country issuing the high school certificate is required, indicating the authenticity of the high school certificate and its duration.
• The original letter of the embassy of the country issuing the degree (in the UAE) with the academic institution’s reply indicating: the authenticity of the qualification – View Sample.

Each year our tuition schedule is published with the rates based on that academic year. The yearly tuition covers all educational expenses, recreational, library, insurance and lab activities.

Tuition charges are due and payable in full at the specified deadlines of each academic term, and the final responsibility for payment rests with the individual student and/or their sponsor. Students who have secured external scholarships covering their tuition must provide written confirmation before the initial payment deadline.

In the case of a withdrawal, a refund of 50% is possible within the first two weeks of the semester. No refunds will be processed or given after the second week of the academic semester. For more details, please refer to the Refund Policy below.

Students facing financial hardship can ask the Office of Student Services to reschedule payments on an exceptional basis over a longer period of time during the academic year.

Tuition Fee Refund Policy

All tuition charges and fees are non-refundable, except as specified and summarized below:

• In the event of a student formally withdrawing from the university in the first semester, the following refund schedule will apply:
  • 100% (excluding the seat reservation fees) if before the official beginning of the academic year.
  • 50% of the total semester fees if before the end of the second week of classes
  • No refund after the end of the second week of classes

• A full refund before the start of the term is possible in cases of
  • If an applicant / student does not meet the academic admission / progression requirement as per published criteria
  • Visa rejection
  • If a student is awarded a scholarship (refund will be according to the granted amount)
  • If a student does not meet the medical requirements

• For the continuing students (starting from semester 2 of the program):
  • If the application form for withdrawal/deferral/drop of course was formally initiated prior to the start of the semester then the student is eligible for 100% refund.

Special circumstances:

• The Director of DSSR will request the formation of a committee to decide on tuition refund should an unexpected scenario occur.
• If an applicant cannot take up their seat at MBRU as a result of a situation that is outside of their control, and was not publicly clear at the time of application or when fee commitments were made then the applicant may be entitled to a full refund of tuition fees, seat reservation, and any application charges.  Examples include:
  • State-wide resolution such as visa restrictions
  • Late University regulation such as suspension / cancellation of a program
  • Late progression decision

• The refund policy excludes the following:
  • Application fee
  • Seat holding fee
  • Tuition fee in the event of dismissal for disciplinary reasons

• A penalty of AED 500 may apply for:
  • Late payment
  • Bounced cheque