UGHE Full Scholarship 2027: MBBS-MGHD Applications Open in Rwanda
Applications are now open! The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) has announced applications for its Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MGHD) integrated degree programme.
This is an opportunity for eligible students who aspire to become medical doctors and contribute to improving healthcare services in their communities.
1. About the UGHE MBBS-MGHD Programme
The MBBS-MGHD is an integrated dual-degree programme offered by the University of Global Health Equity in Rwanda. According to the programme announcement, it takes approximately 6.8 years to complete.
The programme combines medical education with global health delivery, community-based healthcare, research, leadership and health systems development.
2. Scholarship Benefits
According to the UGHE scholarship announcement, selected students will receive the following benefits during the programme:
- 100% tuition fee waiver.
- Accommodation.
- Academic resources.
- Integrated medical education.
- Training focused on One Health, social determinants of health and community-based care.
This financial support provides an opportunity for eligible students to pursue medical education while developing skills to serve their communities.
3. Who Can Apply?
UGHE welcomes eligible applicants from Rwanda and selected African countries, including:
- Rwanda
- Burundi
- Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
- Tanzania
- Sierra Leone
- Liberia
- Malawi
- Lesotho
- Eritrea
- South Sudan
- Sudan
Eligible international applicants who completed their high school education in Rwanda and have full-time residence in Rwanda may also apply. Certain applicants with refugee status in Rwanda or other African countries are eligible under separate admission criteria.
4. Academic Requirements
For regular applicants with an A-Level or equivalent high school qualification, the main academic requirements include:
- At least 50 overall aggregate points in the national examination.
- Biology and Chemistry as core subjects.
- Physics-Chemistry-Biology (PCB) or Mathematics-Chemistry-Biology (MCB) subject combinations.
- Grades A or B in Biology, Chemistry and the third subject (Mathematics or Physics).
- Strong written and spoken English.
- NESA equivalency certificate for applicants with foreign qualifications.
Applicants who completed Senior 6 in 2026 may apply under the stated eligibility conditions.
Applicants with bachelor's degrees in Nursing, Laboratory Science, Pharmacy, Radiography, Anesthesia or other closely related healthcare fields may also be considered under UGHE's specific requirements.
Note: Different academic criteria apply to eligible refugee applicants. Applicants with previous university qualifications should carefully review the official requirements before applying.
5. Application Dates and Deadline
Applicants should take note of the following important dates:
| Application Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications Open | 28 October 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 17 January 2027, 11:59 PM CAT |
| Admission Examination | February 2027 |
| Interviews | March 2027 |
| Final Admission Decisions | April 2027 |
6. How to Apply for the UGHE Scholarship
Interested candidates should visit the official UGHE admissions website and follow the application instructions.
Applicants are expected to provide personal information, academic qualifications, contact details and a short personal statement explaining their educational and professional goals.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to sit for an admission examination and attend an interview.
APPLY FOR UGHE MBBS-MGHD 2027
Are you interested in becoming a doctor and serving your community? Review the admission requirements and submit your application through the official UGHE website.
Application Deadline: 17 January 2027
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7. Contact the UGHE Admissions Office
For further information or questions about the application process, contact the University of Global Health Equity:
- Email: admissions@ughe.org
- Telephone: +250 795 580 390
- Website: www.ughe.org
8. Final Advice to Applicants
The UGHE MBBS-MGHD programme offers eligible students an opportunity to pursue medical education with substantial financial support.
Applicants are encouraged to read all admission requirements carefully, prepare the required documents and submit their applications before the deadline of 17 January 2027.
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