The title of the MBBS degree is Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery.
The abbreviation MBBS stands for Medicinae Baccalaureus, Baccalaureus Chirurgiae, which translates from Latin to Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery. This undergraduate medical degree is awarded upon completion of medical school in many countries, including those following the British system. It signifies that the holder is qualified to practice medicine and surgery. While it is considered an undergraduate degree, it is often a lengthy program requiring significant study and clinical experience. It is comparable to the Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degrees awarded in the United States.
