The University of British Columbia’s (UBC) MD Undergraduate Program (MDUP) has been granted continued full accreditation through Spring 2033 by the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS).
Accreditation is a rigorous, peer-reviewed process through which medical education programs leading to the M.D. degree demonstrate compliance with nationally accepted standards of educational quality and effectiveness. Administered by CACMS, this process assures the public that a medical school provides the education, resources and institutional support that prepares graduates to become competent, ethical and compassionate physicians.
Accreditation Status Summary
- Current Status: Full Accreditation through Spring 2033
- Next Major Submission: Status Report due December 1st, 2027
- Visit Date: Spring 2033
Findings
Of the 96 CACMS Elements that were assessed:
- 92 Elements were rated “Satisfactory”
- Of the 92 Elements, 11 Elements were rated “Satisfactory with a need for monitoring”
- 4 Elements were rated “Unsatisfactory” and require additional action and monitoring
These findings reflect the program’s strong foundation in educational excellence, as well as our commitment to ongoing quality improvement. The Faculty of Medicine and the MDUP will continue to address identified areas for development to ensure the program meets and exceeds national accreditation standards.
Acknowledgements
This accomplishment reflects the collective pursuit of excellence across the Faculty of Medicine and the MDUP and reaffirms UBC’s dedication to preparing future physicians who will serve communities across British Columbia and beyond with skill, professionalism and compassion.
We extend our sincere appreciation to faculty, staff, learners and administrative teams of the distributed program sites, along with our valued partners, across the province of British Columbia for their time, expertise and dedication throughout the accreditation process.
We are also grateful to the Faculty of Medicine and the MDUP leadership for their guidance, collaboration and steadfast commitment.
Together, everyone’s support was instrumental in achieving this successful accreditation outcome.
Contact
The UBC Faculty of Medicine and the MDUP remain deeply committed to the ongoing engagement with our community and partners in ongoing accreditation and quality improvement efforts. For more information, please contact med.mdupaccreditation@ubc.ca.