Our Faculty of Medicine offers a rigorous, full-time, five-year program designed to train highly skilled and knowledgeable health professionals who can excel in both local and international healthcare settings. The curriculum is carefully structured to provide a strong foundation in clinical skills, medical research, and ethics, ensuring our graduates are prepared for the demands of modern medical practice.
We prioritize innovative teaching methodologies and continuous assessment improvements, utilizing a range of evaluation formats such as multiple-choice questions, short essay questions, and Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs). Special emphasis is placed on clinical and practical examinations to thoroughly assess students' hands-on skills.
Under the guidance of experienced faculty members and clinical assistants, our students actively participate in treating thousands of patients every year through university-affiliated clinics across the country. By the time they graduate, our students are expected to be self-motivated, disciplined, and ethical practitioners with a holistic approach to healthcare management.
Why Choose the University of Medical Sciences and Technology (UMST)
• Global Opportunities – With a strong presence in multiple African countries, UMST opens doors to international experiences, career choices, and networking opportunities for its students.
• Access to World-Class Faculty – UMST’s experienced and esteemed faculty, coupled with cutting-edge teaching resources, provides students with a solid foundation for their careers.
• Inclusive, Multicultural Campus – UMST offers a diverse, multicultural learning environment with language support and multilingual resources, ensuring all students feel welcome and supported.
• International Networks – Through its global partnerships and exchange programs, UMST offers students valuable international exposure.
• Worldwide Recognition – UMST is globally accredited and enjoys high rankings, ensuring that its students and graduates are well-regarded around the world
For local appeal:
We offer an Innovative Curriculum. Our programs are tailored made to meet local needs with international standards.
> Community Engagement through local impact-full partnerships.
> We are top-tier university
> Our campus is conveniently located and easily accessible within Kigali City
> We promote local internships and job placement services.
> We offer competitive tuition rates and financial aid options.
> Our University offers a supportive environment for students with guidance and academic advice.
> We promote local cultural events and activities
International students
Rwanda is a receptive country with very friendly and open people and community; therefor our students were highly welcomed and well received.
Upon successful graduation you will join a convocation of students including international students. The list of luminaries who were conferred various degrees of the University of Medical sciences and Technology are influencers in the various industries they are engaged in.
UMST has set up an international student’s office dedicated to providing International Students with all information they require to assist them settle in as soon as possible.
Your will get information about Fees, Travel requirements, equation of qualifications, Academic Facilities, student health services, security, student life et cetera.
Minimum Admission Requirements
• Academic Performance: Applicants must achieve a minimum of Grade A or B in core subjects. For those applying to the Dentistry program, at least a Grade C is required in one subject.
• IGCSE/GCSE O Levels (Minimum 7 Subjects): The University of Medical Sciences and Technology (UMST) welcome students with O-level qualifications from IGCSE or GCSE, with a minimum of seven subjects completed. A-level qualifications are strongly preferred, and qualifications from Sudanese and Arabic educational systems are also accepted.
• English Language Proficiency: Applicants must demonstrate a strong command of the English language.
• Other Qualifications: For candidates with American, Cambridge, Pearson, ACE, or other advanced high school certificates, at least two principal passes in core subjects like Biology and Chemistry are required. Advanced high school certifications are highly desirable.
Our Faculty of Medicine seeks to cultivate future doctors who are prepared to meet the evolving challenges of healthcare with integrity, skill, and a deep commitment to patient care
Required grades:
1. Biology: Grades A, A*, or B, B*
2. Chemistry: Grades A, A*, or B, B*