Program Overview

Graduate Entry Medical Programme (GEMP)

Overview of Programme

The University of Ghana Medical School (UGMS) is inviting applications from qualified applicants for admission into the Graduate Entry Medical Programme for the 2026/2027 Academic Year.

Nature of Programme and Duration

The Graduate Entry Medical Programme is an integrated 4-year Medical Programme which leads to the award of MB ChB Degree. The Programme will begin in April 2026 and will be run on a FULL-TIME and NON-RESIDENTIAL BASIS for Phase I and Residential for Phase II.

Entry Requirements

• Applicants should have a good BSc Degree (Minimum of 2nd Class Lower or equivalent CGPA in unclassed degrees) in the following science-based courses:
  • Biological Sciences
  • Biomedical Sciences
  • Human Biology
  • Biochemistry
  • Molecular Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physician Assistantship
  • Pharmacy
  • Nursing
  • Nutrition
  • Dietetics
  • Food Science
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Medical Laboratory Sciences
  • Physiotherapy
  • Sonography
  • Optometry
  • Radiography
  • Graduates whose courses are not listed should not apply.
• Candidates should have obtained a good WASSCE/SSSCE grade in three (3) core and Three (3) Elective science subjects one of which must be Chemistry. Equivalent qualifications like Cambridge GCE "A" Level, IGCSE, International Baccalaureate, and others are also acceptable.
• There should be evidence of having completed National Service / Internship (if applicable).

Important Steps in GEMP Application

A. Apply Online

Eligible applicants are to complete the application forms. In addition, they should submit the following documents:

• Two recent endorsed passport-sized photograph
• Two endorsed Recommendation Letters from 2 Referees from a relevant Academic Institution
• Copy of Certificates (SHS & Degree)
• Original Transcript
• A copy of recent past six (6) months bank statement and other financial instruments as proof of ability to pay including addresses and Letters of support from Sponsor(s) undertaking to pay all fees and detailed information of present work status
• A Proof of online registration and NSS Certificates where applicable
• NB: Documents submitted will not be returned

B. Access Course

A shortlist of suitable applicants will be posted. Shortlisted applicants only may apply for the access course. Applicants are to pay Three Thousand Ghana Cedis (GH¢3,000.00) for the Access Course, Entrance Examination, and Interview.

• The Access Course covers:
  • English Language
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Cellular and Molecular Biology
  • Anatomy and Physiology
• The course will take place at the University of Ghana Medical School, Korle-Bu from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. each day.

Additional Information For GEMP 2026/2027 Academic Year

Shortlisted eligible candidates should take note of the following proposed dates regarding the Graduate Entry Medical Programme admissions

• Deadline for application - December 31, 2026
• Shortlist of Eligible Candidates – January 9, 2027
• Access Course – January
• Entrance Examination – February 9, 2027
• Interview – February 12