qualifications for studying medicine in tz.....wololo!
DOCTOR OF MEDICINE
Diploma in Health Laboratory Science
BSc in Health Laboratory Science
Diploma in Occupational Therapy
Bsc in Physiotherapy
BSc in Prosthetics & Orthotics
Diploma in HIV and AIDS CARE
Bsc in Nursing
Taking into consideration that Medicine is a caring humanitarian profession, the MD curriculum has been designed in such manner that a graduate physician would demonstrate problem solving capacity (professional reasoning), associated with clearly identifiable professional attitudes, combined with a range of psycho motor abilities (professional skills) and carry with him/her an integrated information base (professional knowledge).
Objectives of the MD Curriculum
The objectives of the College include among others:
- To produce medical graduates equipped with the highest possible standard of practical and intellectual skills well suited to the needs of present and future Tanzania society.
- To produce medical graduates who are motivated to adapt to rapid changes in the medical practice brought about by new technology and to cope with ever expanding research and vast literature.
- To train graduates who are able to show understanding of the ethical basis of medical practice and be able to identify social cultural, psychological and economic factors which influence the health of the individual, family and community.
- To train graduates who are able to show ability to communicate with individuals, families and the community. As a member of health team, the graduate should be able to establish inter professional and inter-sect oral relations in order to achieve prescribed goals.
- A graduate of the College should be sensitive and responsive to community health needs by being able to plan, organize, coordinate and evaluate the health needs of individuals, families and the community as well as being capable of implementing primary health care strategy for the community.
- Giving high priority in training the general practitioners who are desperately needed by the society.
Since medical education is a life long activity which calls for investing in personal time and resources, graduates should be capable of:
- Carry out self evaluation.
- Self n directed learning.
- Updating ones knowledge and medical practice.
Course Duration
This program is five years long. Upon successful completion of the five years of training, a degree of Doctor of Medicine of the Tumaini University Makumira will be conferred. Upon completion of the five years the graduate is expected to undertake an additional sixth year of apprenticeship in an approved institution before being allowed to practice independently.
Entry Qualifications
All courses are taught in English. Therefore it is imperative that students are proficient in reading, writing and speaking English. It is upon the candidate to satisfy oneself that he/she meets this important requirement and provides evidence thereof (e.g. TOFEL iBTTM score of 65 and above or equivalent) registering for any course at this college
Direct Entry
Three principal passes in
Physics, Chemistry, and
Biology with minimum entry of
8points. Whereby one must have at least
C grade in
Chemistry and
Biology and at least
D grade in
Physics.
Equivalent Qualifications
- Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) with at least Five (5) passes including two credit passes in Chemistry and Biology and a D grade in PhysicsPLUS appropriate Diploma or Advanced Diploma with an average of “B+’’ or GPA of 3.5
OR
BSc (lower second) majoring in Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology /Zoology.
THIRD ROUND APPLICATION WINDOW
Third window Application For Qualified Applicants to Medical Doctor Course, Bachelor in Health Laboratory, Diploma in Health Laboratory and Diploma in Occupational Therapy
TCU GUIDE BOOK
WORDS FORM THE PROVOST
The goal of this KCMUCO is to enhance Health capacity to carry out its core mission and respond effectively to its internal and external environments, mobilize and optimize the use of human and physical resources.
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IMPORTANT LINKS
Higher Education Student’s Loan Board
Tanzania Commission for Universities
National Council for Technical Education