Supporting Mature Students in Medical Studies

Discover how IUHS empowers mature students with flexible learning and student supports.

The traditional medical school model, which requires students to uproot their lives and shoulder significant debt, is a barrier to the mature student aiming to make a career change and commence their medical studies.

Empowering students through a hybrid education model

In contrast, the International University of the Health Sciences (IUHS) stands as a pioneer in medical education, placing innovation at its core. At IUHS, we believe that leveraging technology can profoundly reshape the learning experience, allowing students to stay in their local communities while pursuing their studies. The hybrid education model is particularly significant, delivering the university to the student through award-winning technology. This empowers mature students, who often must continue working or have family commitments, to fulfill their dream of becoming a doctor without disrupting their current life. IUHS removes the obstacles to pursuing their passion for a medical career.

Furthermore, IUHS is committed to investing in curriculum development, learning tools, and student academic support instead of physical facilities. This approach enables us to offer tuition fees that are a fraction of those charged by other private medical universities. Reduced tuition fees make the prospect of affording a medical degree while supporting a family a reality, especially through monthly payment plans or discounts for upfront payment.

IUHS’ culture of flexibility

The average time a mature IUHS student takes to complete the postgraduate Doctor of Medicine degree is 7 years, despite the program being designed to be completed in 4 years. This extended time reflects the culture of flexibility within the University. Students at IUHS embark on a personal journey, recognizing that life events may necessitate a temporary pause in studies. This flexibility, coupled with the understanding and support from the dedicated staff and faculty at IUHS, is particularly crucial for mature students facing significant life circumstances, such as caring for an elderly parent.

At IUHS, we believe we have a deep understanding of mature students undergoing a career change. That's why IUHS offers flexibility, affordability, a hybrid learning methodology, and a personalized approach to each student through the Student Support Services Team.

We take the time to listen to each student's situation and strive to assist in every possible way, including extending deadlines to allow students to navigate personal circumstances without compromising their studies.

The average age of a student at entry into the University is 37 years of age with an age range of 29-68!

If you're still contemplating what it would be like to study later in life, watch some student videos on our YouTube channel. You'll frequently encounter the comment, "When I found out about IUHS, it was like a dream coming true."

Contact our Admissions Team for a consultation. We look forward to answering your questions and welcoming you to our University.