BSc · Health Sciences

BSc Human Biology (MBChB Pathway)

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Qualification
BSc
Duration
4 years
Region
Ashanti

Overview

BSc Human Biology (MBChB Pathway) gives you a strong foundation in the structure and functions of the human body while preparing you for further medical training. It matters in Ghana because it develops scientifically grounded graduates for the health system and can provide a pathway towards studying medicine, subject to the university’s progression requirements.

What you will study

You study anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, microbiology, pathology and related health sciences. The programme also builds laboratory, research, critical-thinking and communication skills that support advanced medical education and health-related work.

Career prospects

You can work as a research assistant, laboratory or clinical research officer, health science educator, medical sales representative or public health project officer. Graduates may also pursue an MBChB or postgraduate study and work with hospitals, universities, research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, NGOs and international health organisations.

Who this programme may suit

You are likely to thrive if you are curious about the human body, strong in Biology and Chemistry, disciplined in your studies and committed to a future in healthcare or biomedical science.