UNIABUJA College of Health Sciences Admission Form 2023
University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) College of Health Sciences has announced the commencement of the sale its application form for admission into its MBBS-PhD, various PhDs, MSc and PGD programmes for the 2023/2024 academic session. The application form is available online via the school portal.
Application is being invited from all interested and suitably qualified candidates for admission in the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) College of Health Sciences for the 2023/2024 academic session.
Embarking on a career in the health sciences is a life-changing decision. The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) opens its doors to you, offering world-class programmes tailored to shape the healthcare leaders of tomorrow. Here’s everything you need to know about the exciting opportunities awaiting you at the College of Health Sciences, UNIABUJA, for the 2022/2023 Academic Session.
PROGRAMMES
A variety of programmes catered to your interests and professional aspirations are on offer:
1. MBBS-PhD
- Anatomical Sciences
- Human Physiology
- Medical Biochemistry
- Pharmacology and Therapeutics
2. PhD:
A. PhD from Fellowship
Including all clinical departments/specialisations such as:
- Community Medicine (Public Health)
- Internal Medicine
- Surgery
- Psychiatry
- Orthopaedics and Traumatology
- Otorynolaryngology
- Radiology
- Ophthalmology
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Paediatrics
- Chemical Pathology & Immunology
- Haematology & Blood Transfusion
- Medical Microbiology & Parasitology
- Pathology
- Forensic Medicine
- Anaesthesia
B. PhD from MSc
- Public Health
- Internal Medicine
- Anatomical Sciences
- Medical Biochemistry
- Human Physiology
- Pharmacology and Therapeutics
3. MSc
- Forensic Science
- Clinical Research
- Diabetic Education
- Anatomical Sciences
- Human Physiology
- Medical Biochemistry
- Pharmacology and Therapeutics
4. PGD:
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Admission to these programmes is governed by the following criteria:
1. MBBS-PhD
- Education: Five (5) credit passes in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English language & Mathematics (O’ Level-WASC/NECO/GCE) in not more than two sittings. MBBS degree.
- Performance: Good scores at O’ Level-WASC/NECO/GCE or equivalent pass entry qualification examination, with a minimum weighted average of 65% at the 1st professional (2nd MB) examinations.
- Advantage: A BSc. in relevant subject adds value to the application.
2. PhD from Fellowship
- Education: Similar to the MBBS-PhD programme.
- Fellowship: Either Colleges (NPMCN or WACP/WACS).
3. PhD from MSc
- Education: Similar to the MBBS-PhD programme.
- Grade Requirement: Overall grade of “B” (60% and above in relevant MSc degree).
4. MSc
- Education: Similar to the MBBS-PhD programme.
- Undergraduate Degree: BSc in relevant subject/field.
5. PGD Complementary and Alternative Medicine
- Education: Similar to the MBBS-PhD programme.
- Undergraduate Degree: MBBS or BSc in relevant fields (Pharmacy, Nursing Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Physiotherapy).
DURATION
The programmes span varying durations:
- MBBS-PhD: Six (6) semesters (three sessions post MBBS degree).
- PhD from Fellowship: Four (4) semesters (two sessions).
- PhD from MSc: Six (6) semesters (three sessions).
- MSc: Four (4) semesters (two sessions).
- PGD Complementary and Alternative Medicine: Four (4) semesters (two sessions).
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Prospective candidates must apply online via UNIABUJA’s application portal.
Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of N25,000.00 (Twenty-five thousand Naira) is to be paid to the University of Abuja on the application portal.
CLOSING DATE
Applications close on Wednesday, 20th September 2023.