The 6-Year Medicine (MBChB) Regular Programme at the University for Development Studies (UDS) is a prestigious pathway for students aspiring to become medical doctors. The program equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the healthcare field. Here are the updated admission requirements, including the qualifications accepted and the cut-off points for prospective applicants.
Admission Requirements
WASSCE/SSSCE Candidates
Prospective students must have completed the Senior Secondary School Certificate Examinations (SSSCE) or the West Africa Senior School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE). Additionally, equivalences such as the GCE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels, IGCSE (Cambridge) – ‘A’ Levels, and other external qualifications recognized by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission are acceptable.
To qualify for admission, applicants should:
- Obtain passes in 6 subjects in the WASSCE/SSSCE examinations, in line with the basic entry requirements set by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission for tertiary institutions.
- Achieve credits or better in the core subjects:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Integrated Science
- Obtain credits in three elective subjects, which can include:
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Biology
- Elective Mathematics
Candidates should note that cut-off points may vary from year to year. For this program, applicants with an aggregate score of 6 to 9 will be shortlisted for an entrance examination/interview.
Entrance Examination/Interview Fee
- An examination/interview fee of three hundred Ghana Cedis (GHC 300.00) will be charged.
GCE Candidates
For candidates applying with GCE qualifications:
- Candidates must satisfy the general admission requirements for “A” Level of the GCE or its equivalents in Science subjects (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics) with a maximum aggregate of Nine (9).
- Additionally, candidates must have at least credit passes (Grade 6 or better) in five (5) GCE Ordinary Level subjects, including:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Additional Mathematics
- General Science plus Additional Science or any two individual science subjects: Physics, Chemistry, or Biology.
Programme Entry Level
All successful undergraduate applicants will enter the program at Level 100 (first year).
Note for WASSCE Applicants
WASSCE applicants who are awaiting their results are eligible to apply by selecting the Awaiting option and indicating their examination details. Upon the release of the 2024 WASSCE results, the university will automatically update all awaiting results for consideration.
Conclusion
The 6-Year Medicine (MBChB) Regular Programme at UDS is an excellent opportunity for aspiring medical professionals. Meeting the admission requirements and achieving the necessary cut-off points is crucial for applicants. Interested candidates are encouraged to prepare thoroughly for their examinations and interviews to enhance their chances of admission.
For more details, prospective students should visit the UDS website or contact the admissions office. Best of luck to all applicants!
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