Classes are taught in English by eminently qualified faculty holding Ph.D. The programs that are offered in Distance learning are Biochemistry, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Anatomy, Microbiology, Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, Psychiatry, Pediatrics, Surgery, and Radiology. The university also offers the opportunity of distance learning for the students. The American University of Barbados has three faculties Faculty of Clinical Science, Faculty of Pre-Medical, And Faculty of MD. The university has U.S based medical curriculum, in both basic sciences and clinical rotations, designed specifically to meet the licensing requirements in the United States and other nations around the globe. The university is Licensed and recognized by the Ministry of Education, Barbados.
The American University of Barbados was established in the 2012 and is located in Bridgetown, Barbados.