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South American International University offers hospital-integrated medical education across four schools and institutes — from undergraduate health sciences to post-graduate surgical specialisations. Government-chartered. WHO Notified. USMLE Eligible.

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South American International University

SAIU is a health sciences university established in the Dutch Caribbean and Suriname, with representative offices in North America, Europe, India and the Netherlands.

South American International University
SAIU
South American International University (SAIU) is a health sciences university established in the Dutch Caribbean and Suriname, with offices in North America, Europe, India and the Netherlands.
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SAI School of Medicine
SAISOM
SAI School of Medicine teaches a 4-year medical programme based on the US format of medical education. Students receive their MD degree upon completion.
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SAI College of Health Sciences
SAICHS
SAI College of Health Sciences teaches a 3-year Bachelor of Medical Sciences (BSc) degree and a 1 year 6 month PG Diploma Speciality Nursing programme.
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SAI Institute of Management and Technology
SAIIMT
SAI Institute of Management and Technology offers Executive MBA and Master of Public Health programmes, which can be combined with the MD programme.
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SAI Twinning Programs
SAITWP
SAIU has established Twinning Programmes with institutions in Bangalore, India, offering Doctorate programmes in healthcare-related fields.
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Academic Programmes

All Programmes We Offer

Explore all undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate programmes offered across our four schools and institutes.

SAISOM
SAI School of Medicine
School Overview
Undergraduate
BSc/MD — Accelerated Pre-Medical & MD
A 6-year dual-degree pathway combining the Bachelor of Sciences pre-medical programme with the full MD degree. Designed for students entering directly from secondary school.
6 Years MD Degree USMLE Eligible
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Graduate
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
A 4-year MD programme based on the US format of medical education. Hospital-integrated from Year One at St. Vincentius Hospital, Paramaribo. USMLE Step 1 & 2 eligible.
4 Years MD Degree Hospital-Integrated
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Post-Graduate
M.Ch. Vascular Surgery
A 3-year post-graduate surgical specialisation in Vascular Surgery. Students complete a minimum number of surgical procedures as specified by the programme syllabus.
3 Years M.Ch. Degree SVZ Hospital
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Post-Graduate
M.Ch. Gynecological Oncology
A 3-year post-graduate specialisation in Gynecological Oncology, training surgeons in the diagnosis and surgical management of gynaecological cancers.
3 Years M.Ch. Degree SVZ Hospital
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Post-Graduate
MS Orthopaedics
A 3-year post-graduate specialisation in Orthopaedic Surgery, covering trauma, reconstructive procedures and the full scope of musculoskeletal surgical care.
3 Years MS Degree SVZ Hospital
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SAICHS
SAI College of Health Sciences
School Overview
Undergraduate
BSc Medical Science
A 3-year (6-semester) undergraduate degree covering the core foundations of medical science. 120 credits. Designed as a pathway to the MD programme or as a standalone health sciences qualification.
3 Years 120 Credits BSc Degree
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Undergraduate
BSN Nursing
A 4-semester nursing degree programme providing a pathway for healthcare professionals to advance their nursing qualifications with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
4 Semesters 60 Credits BSN Degree
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Undergraduate
Accelerated Pre-Medical Programme
A 5-semester pre-medical preparation programme for students who need to complete foundational sciences before entering the MD programme. 96 credits.
5 Semesters 96 Credits Pre-Med
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Graduate
MSc Hyperbaric Medicine
A 4-semester Master of Science in Hyperbaric Medicine covering oxygen therapeutics, anatomy, clinical hyperbaric practice and specialised medical applications. 60 credits.
4 Semesters 60 Credits MSc Degree
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Graduate
Diploma in Hyperbaric Medicine
A 4-semester postgraduate diploma in Hyperbaric Medicine. An alternative to the MSc for practitioners seeking a focused clinical qualification in hyperbaric oxygen therapy. 60 credits.
4 Semesters 60 Credits Diploma
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SAIIMT
SAI Institute of Management & Technology
School Overview
Dual Degree
MD / Master of Public Health (MPH)
A dual degree combining the MD with a Master of Public Health. 3 additional semesters (60 credits) of public health coursework completed alongside or after the MD programme. Total: $28,500.
3 Semesters 60 Credits MD + MPH
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Dual Degree
MD / Master of Business Administration (MBA)
A dual degree combining the MD with a healthcare-focused MBA. 3 additional semesters (60 credits) of business and management coursework. Ideal for physicians entering hospital leadership or healthcare management. Total: $28,500.
3 Semesters 60 Credits MD + MBA
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SAITWP
SAI Twinning Programmes — In Collaboration with Asha The Hope, Bangalore
Programme Overview
Twinning Doctorate
Doctorate in Alternative Therapy & Holistic Healing
A 2 years 6 months hybrid doctorate integrating Post Graduate Diplomas in Holistic Healing and Alternative Therapy. Covers 20 modules including Chakra Healing, Mandala Therapy, Aromatherapy, Art Therapy, Mindful Meditation and Spiritual Psychology. Includes a 6-month research thesis.
2 Yrs 6 Months Online / Hybrid Doctorate India
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Twinning Doctorate
Hybrid Professional Doctorate in Art Therapy
A 2.5-year professional doctorate combining psychological theory with the creative process of art therapy. Spans 6 taught semesters: Foundational, Analytical, Advanced, Art-Based Cognitive Therapy (ABCT), Pregnancy Care and Art Healing, plus a research practicum running parallel to each semester.
2.5 Years Hybrid Doctorate India
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