Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
About the Program
At Bayelsa Medical University (BMU), we are revolutionizing medical education by seamlessly integrating Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) into our MBBS programme. Our CCMAS-compliant curriculum bridges the best of traditional medical training with next-generation digital innovation, producing tech-empowered physicians equipped to lead in modern healthcare.
Why BMU’s MBBS Programme is Transforming Medical Education
1. Immersive Learning Through VR/AR Technology
- 3D Virtual Anatomy Exploration:
Study the human body in breathtaking detail using VR headsets, allowing you to visualize and interact with organs, tissues, and systems in ways textbooks cannot match. - Virtual Surgical Simulations:
Hone your surgical skills in a risk-free, AI-powered environment before performing actual procedures, ensuring confidence and precision. - AI-Driven Clinical Scenarios:
Diagnose and treat virtual patients in lifelike case simulations, sharpening your clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.
2. State-of-the-Art Digital Learning Facilities
- VR Dissection Labs:
Replace traditional cadaver-based learning with 3D virtual dissection, offering unlimited, repeatable practice without limitations. - AR-Enhanced Training:
Overlay digital medical models onto real-world practice, deepening your understanding of complex procedures and anatomy. - AI-Powered Patient Interactions:
Engage with smart virtual patients that respond dynamically, refining your diagnostic and bedside manner skills.
3. A Future-Ready Curriculum
Our six-year MBBS programme adheres to NUC’s CCMAS standards while embedding digital medical advancements:
- Preclinical Years (1-3):
Master foundational sciences with VR-enhanced anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and pathology. - Clinical Years (4-6):
Transition to AR-assisted surgical training, virtual patient management, and AI-based case studies in our affiliated teaching hospital.
Who Should Apply?
This programme is ideal for:
🔹 Tech-forward students who want to merge medicine with digital innovation.
🔹 Aspiring surgeons seeking advanced VR surgical training before real-world practice.
🔹 Future doctors who demand hands-on experience with next-gen medical tools.
Program Details
- Faculty: Clinical Sciences
- Department: Medicine & Surgery
- Duration: 6 years
- Level: Undergraduate
- Application Status: Open
Curriculum
The curriculum is based on the Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (NUC-CCMAS) for the education and training of undergraduate students wishing to obtain first degrees in Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery in Nigeria.
Admission Criteria
Prospective candidates must meet the following academic criteria:
- UTME Entry:
- Required subjects: English Language, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
- Five O'Level credits (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) in English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, obtained in no more than two sittings
- Direct Entry:
- A-Level/JUPEB passes in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
- OND/HND/BSc in related sciences (e.g., Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Medical Laboratory Science) may be considered for advanced placement
Program Fees
The following fees are applicable for the Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery program. Please note that fees are subject to change.
| Indigene Fee | NGN 600,000.00 |
|---|---|
| Non-Indigene Fee | NGN 1,200,000.00 |