iBMS-JO project is the first of its kind not only in Jordan but also in the MENA region, offering an intercalated bachelor’s degrees in basic medical sciences. This degree will significantly benefit medical students of high ability who are considering a career in academia. In addition to gaining an understanding of the scientific principles that underpin modern medical practice, students will become skilled in a range of laboratory techniques, and experience the challenges of performing substantial laboratory research projects. iBMS-JO will also allow students to make contacts that maybe valuable in their future careers. Besides meeting the critical needs for basic medical scientists across the region. iBMS-JO will improve the professional network connecting medical schools in Jordan and the European Union.


Subject Area(s):

  • Higher Education
 
  • Medicine


Principle Investigator:

Mazhar Al Zoubi

 

Associate Professor of Molecular Oncology and Biochemistry

 

mszoubi@yu.edu.jo


Co-Investigators:

  • Khaldoon Bashayreh
 
  • Nesreen Batayneh


Unit:

Faculty of Medicine


Period:

02.2020 - 01.2023


Funding Agency:

Erasmus+


Partners:

  • Jordan University of Science and Technology, Jordan (Coordinator)

 
  • The University of Jordan, Jordan
 
  • Yarmouk University, Jordan
 
  • Mutah University, Jordan
 
  • Hashimite University, Jordan
 
  • Al-Balqa Applied Sciences University, Jordan


Budget:

  • Total: 1,000,000 EUR
 
  • YU Share: 56,450 EUR


Website:

https://ibmsjordan.com/


Outcomes:

  • A Report on 10 EU best practices in delivering iBSc programs
  • At least eight "Training of Trainers" seminars on recent research and issues related to the medical education
  • A webinar on Bologna Process and ECTS system
  • At least 8 modules materials will be developed and accredited for the iBSc programs
  • One capacity building (CB) plan on the training needs for the staff of JO HEIs
  • Training of 48 JO professors in EU
  • Admitting at least 120 students in all JO HEIs
  • Training of JO students in EU
  • Establishing and equipping 6 TL
  • Conducting at least 60 research projects at the TL

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