The newly launched, six-year, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) degree programme is designed to prepare medical doctors who are well grounded with knowledge, competencies and skills in humanities, social sciences and medical sciences. The MBChB curriculum provides a general professional education and fosters students' ability to learn through problem-based learning and self-directed, independent study. It is based on the principles of adult learning and incorporates concepts of best evidence in medical education.

The graduates of the programme will be capable of managing health problems and related issues at different levels of health systems through collaborative, innovative and strategic approaches that advance the well-bein​g of individuals and communities.

The programme offers merit- and needs-based financial assistance and scholarships. For details you can reach us using contact details provided ​below.​​ 

Admissions have closed for ​2023 admission cycle. The last da​te for submission of applications was May 12​​

Eligibility Criteria​

Following is the eligibility criteria for 2023 admission cycle:

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) holders: Minimum university admission requirement is C+. ​Additionally, applicants should possess an aggregate grade of B plain in the following cluster of subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics; and English or Kiswahili. 

OR

Advanced level certificate holders: A minimum of 2 principal passes in Biology, Chemistry, and a subsidiary pass in either Mathematics or Physics. 

OR

International Baccalaureate (IB): Grade 5 and above in IB. 

OR 

Diploma in Medical Sciences: A minimum “O” level division II Pass or C+ (plus) Mean grade and credit pass C+ in the cluster subjects in KCSE in addition to a three-year diploma with a minimum of a credit pass from a medical training institution recognized by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board. 

OR​

Holders of an undergraduate degree or equivalent qualifications from a recognized University.​

For further information you can reach us using contact details provided below. ​

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​Office of the Registrar

Medical College​ in East Africa
​The Aga Khan University
P. O. Box 30270-00100
Nairobi, Kenya

Emai​l: mc.ea@aku.edu​​​​

Tel: +254 203 662 106​​​​