Overview

Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) School of Medicine is located in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Established in 1963 as the Dar es Salaam Medical School, it was restructured into MUHAS in 2007. The school offers programs such as the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN), Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm), Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences (BMLS), Master of Medicine (MMed) in various specialties, Master of Public Health (MPH), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Sciences, and diploma programs in Nursing, Pharmacy, and Medical Laboratory Sciences. It is accredited by the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) and recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).

Programs Offered

Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) School of Medicine provides the following programs:
– Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
– Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
– Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)
– Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences (BMLS)
– Master of Medicine (MMed) in various specialties
– Master of Public Health (MPH)
– Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Sciences
– Diploma programs in Nursing, Pharmacy, and Medical Laboratory Sciences

Accreditation and Recognition

The school holds accreditation from the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU). Its programs are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).

Global Standing

Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) School of Medicine is not ranked in the QS World University Rankings.

Enrollment and Tuition Fees

The school enrolls approximately 3,000-4,000 students across all programs. Tuition fees for international students range from approximately $5,000 to $8,000 per year, depending on the program. Fees for local students are lower due to government subsidies.

Application Requirements

Prospective students must meet the following requirements:
– High school diploma or equivalent with strong grades in science subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Physics).
– Proficiency in English (TOEFL/IELTS for non-native speakers).
– Submission of academic transcripts, a personal statement, and letters of recommendation.
– Entrance examination or interview (depending on the program).

Admissions

Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) School of Medicine admits both male and female students. International students are welcome to apply. For inquiries, contact the admissions office at admissions@muhas.ac.tz.

Contact Information

For further information, reach out to the admissions team via email at admissions@muhas.ac.tz.