About MBBS-MGHD
- 6.8-year dual degree: Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) + Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MGHD).
- Integrated medical education with a focus on One Health, social determinants of health, and community-based care.
- Principles of gender equity, inclusiveness, and social justice are embedded in the curriculum.
- Learning methods: interactive lectures, flipped classrooms, team-based and case-based learning, simulation, and clinical teaching.
- Graduates are trained to lead health systems and repair inequities in care, beyond individual patient treatment.
- Fully accredited by the Higher Education Council (Rwanda) and the East African Council of Higher Education.
Application Process
- Apply online through the UGHE Admissions Portal.
- International applicants must validate their qualifications with NESA (National Examination and School Inspection Authority).
Required documents
- transcripts, personal statement, 2 recommendation letters, and demographic information.
- All applications will be reviewed by the Admissions committee.
- Selected candidates take an entrance exam and an interview.
- Shortlisted applicants are invited for interviews.
- Opening date: 29 September 2025.
- Closing date: 30 January 2026, 5:00 PM (CAT).
- For eligibility details, click her
What you need to Know
- All students live at UGHE’s Butaro campus.
- Campus facilities: modern classrooms, science labs, simulation centre, digital and physical library, recreational facilities, dining hall, student housing, and teaching hospital.
- Through the Public Service Agreement, UGHE covers tuition and boarding. In return, graduates commit to 4 years for Rwandans and refugees who reside in Rwanda or to 6 years for international students of service to vulnerable populations under their country’s Ministry of Health.
This document outlines the details for the MBBS-MGHD dual degree program offered by Global Health. The program is a 6.8-year integrated medical education with a focus on global health delivery. The application process, key dates, and eligibility requirements are detailed.
Program
- 6.8-year dual degree in Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
- (MBBS) + Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MGHD).
- Application Deadline: January 30, 2026, 5:00 PM (CAT).
Eligibility
- International applicants must validate qualifications with NESA. For full details, visit the provided link.
Financials
- Tuition and boarding are covered through a Public Service Agreement, requiring graduates to commit to service after graduation.
