He graduated from a biomed course, which lasted for 3 years before moving on to a mbbs programme for another 5 years as a postgrad degree. However, he's not a GP yet even after 8 years.

To qualify in GP, we still need to undergo 2 years housemenship together with another 2 years of government medical officer.
Then, there is a 3 years registrar training for GP.

(Correct me if I'm wrong)