St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, has opened applications for its January 2027 intake, including the new 5-Year Doctor of Medicine (MD) track at Northumbria University (NU). The January start gives eligible students from India and worldwide the option to take a break after high school and begin their medical education at NU in January rather than waiting for the usual Fall intake.
The new MD track directly addresses the evolving needs of prospective medical students and their families. For students completing A-levels or the International Baccalaureate in August, the January intake offers a short break for travel, internships or rest before beginning medical studies. It also provides more time to arrange visas ahead of enrollment.
“We recognize that students and parents are increasingly seeking greater flexibility in entry routes and intake timelines,” said Kevin Romao, Regional Director, International Student Recruitment, Asia at SGU. “The new January 5-Year MD track intake through Northumbria University responds directly to this demand. It creates another viable option for eligible students who want greater control over when they begin their journey, ensuring they don’t have to put their ambitions on hold for an entire year.”
Alongside the new January intake, SGU is offering a range of scholarship opportunities to support eligible international students. Awards of US$80,000 are available, with applicants assessed on factors including academic performance, personal achievements and their commitment to pursuing a career in medicine. Students demonstrating exceptional potential, including relevant healthcare experience or community involvement, may also be considered for additional scholarship support following an individual assessment.
For more information on SGU School of Medicine, the new January intake for the 5-year MD track at Northumbria University, and scholarship opportunities, please contact Akanksha Srivastava, Associate Director, International Student Recruitment for South Asia at asrivas6@sgu.edu, or visit SGU’s website.
