MBChB (Medicine)

The MBChB at University for Development Studies is a medical degree that trains you to become a doctor. It is a highly competitive programme, open to students from a General Science background, and leads to a career in clinical practice, research, and public health.

What studying medicine involves

A medicine programme like this one typically starts with the basic medical sciences — anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, and pathology — before moving into clinical training. You learn how the healthy body works, how diseases develop, and how to diagnose and treat patients. Alongside the science, you build skills in communication, ethical judgement, and teamwork, all of which are essential for working with patients and in healthcare teams.

How competitive is admission

Getting a place on this programme is highly competitive. Medicine programmes in Ghana, including the one at University of Cape Coast, are generally this competitive because they receive far more qualified applicants than available places. As a General Science student, you will need strong WASSCE results, especially in the core sciences and mathematics. You can check whether your own grades meet the standard for this school.

What you can do afterwards

Most graduates go into clinical practice as medical officers in hospitals and clinics, often after completing a period of housemanship. With further training, you can specialise in areas such as surgery, paediatrics, gynaecology, or internal medicine. Others move into public health, medical research, health administration, or teaching. A medical degree also opens doors in policy, global health, and medical technology.