MBChB Program

MBChB in South Africa is a highly challenging and equally rewarding program equipping you with the medical, clinical, and research skills for pursuing a career in the field of medicine.

Texila American University’s MBChB program educates, trains, and prepares students for efficient practice in the healthcare systems. We are one of the leading medical schools in Zambia, employing wide-ranging teaching and learning methodologies to help our students become proactive learners.

The bachelor of health science program integrates theoretical science and experiential learning with clinical exposure and in-depth knowledge about the intricacies of the human body to help you apply scientific knowledge and concepts to your clinical practice.

Study the best MBChB program that will equip you to apply learnings and intellectual and practical skills to understand and manage the complex healthcare requirements of individuals and society and build resilience to meet the demands of the constantly transitioning healthcare landscape.

TAU offers the best MBChB degree in South Africa with a global reputation for excellence in teaching and research, enabling you to meet the core requirements for pursuing residency programs.

We believe in creating excellence through creativity and innovation and providing our students with wide-ranging career choices. We are fully committed to broadening the development process of students through teaching and research.

5

Years Duration

Eligibility for MBChB Program:
‘A’ levels / PreMed with Pass in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics

Life Science and Physical Science with an associate degree/diploma in Health science program.

Structure of the MBChB program - In partnership with UNZA

Medicine Program - 5 Years

Duration: 5 years

Year 1 – Teaching and Learning Plan	18 Credits
Basic and Applied Human Anatomy and Development	5
Basic and Applied Physiology	5
Medical Biochemistry and Genetics	2
Immunology & General Microbiology	2
Community Based Education & First Aid	2
Behavioural Science s & Communication Skills in Medical Practice (20 Weeks)	2

Year 2 – Teaching and Learning Plan	19 Credits
Neurosciences	4
Pathology	4
Microbiology	3
Pharmacology & Therapeutics	4
Community Based Education & Scientific Method	2
Clinical Methods and Skills Lab	2

Year 3 – Teaching and Learning Plan	18 Credits
Internal Medicine I	4
Obstetrics & Gynaecology	4
Surgery I	4
Paediatrics & Child Health I	4
Communications Skills, Professionalism, & Health Care Ethics	2

Year 4 – Teaching and Learning Plan	18 Credits
Community Medicine	2
Internal Medicine II	4
Surgery II	4
Forensic Medicine & Medical Jurisprudence	4
Psychiatry & Mental Health	4

Year 5 – Teaching and Learning Plan	16 Credits
Surgery III	4
Internal Medicine III	4
Obstetrics & Gynaecology II	4
Paediatrics & Child Health II	4

Clinical Rotations

Upon completion of 2 years of basic sciences curriculum, students to get involved directly in the study and care of patients in hospitals, with other team members.

Clinical Rotations-Progression

Internal Medicine	30 Weeks
General Surgery	30 Weeks
Paediatrics	20 Weeks
Obstetrics & Gynaecology	20 Weeks
Psychiatry	10 Weeks
Community Medicine	10 Weeks

Selection Factors

Students to Texila American University (TAU) are selected on the basis of their academic, personal, and extracurricular abilities. Each student will be assessed based on the educational background, age, and intended course of study. Additionally, students must have the intellectual, physical, and emotional capacities to meet the requirements of a successful medical career.

TAU-Zambia’s intensive medical program requires students who are intellectually and emotionally prepared to take on the stress of studying medicine with a view to becoming global doctors.

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What Do You Gain?

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of our MBChB program, you will gain:

Ethical and legal responsibilities
Disease prevention and health promotion skills
Excellent diagnostic and patient management skills
In-depth knowledge of clinical skills and clinical care events
Deep understanding of information technology in medicine
Logical and clinical reasoning along with decision-making skills
Deep knowledge of research methods and scientific principles
Requisite management, leadership, and professional ethics and skills

Career Opportunities

Pursuing MBChB in Zambia is the best option to pursue a career in the healthcare field. One can opt for job opportunities both in the private and government sector. Due to the dearth of doctors, qualified professionals are always in demand in Zambia and across the African continent. With a bachelor’s degree in medicine, one can opt for the following professions:

General Physician
Public Health Journalist
Radiologist/Diagnostician
Forensic Medical Examiner
Public Health Professional
Medical Research Professional

Further Study Opportunities

There are several academic and research opportunities open to those who study medicine in Zambia. One can opt for higher academic pursuits such as:

Master’s in Public Health
Master’s in Molecular Medicine
Master’s in Clinical Physiology
Master’s in Forensic Radiography
Master’s in Epidemiology
Master’s in Biomedical Science

Testimonials

TAU is very welcoming place, and from the first day, I felt at home here

Naazneen Mohamed

MBChB

Texila American university offers all the facilities to learn and explore medical science with hands-on training!

Ms. Najma Mohamed Abudullahi

MBChB

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FAQ'S

5 Year Program

TAU Zambia has Clinical Affiliations with the below hospitals.

Maina Soko Military Hospital
Chainama Hospital
Chilanga Hospital
Kafue DHO
Kafue GH
Levy Mwanawasa Hospital
University Teaching Hospital

Maina Soko Military Hospital

Biochemistry; Anatomy; Physiology; Pharmacology, Microbiology, Neuroscience, Pathology, Clinical Skills and Fieldwork.

Faculties are there to support students throughout their journey to discuss academic issues. Students will also have an opportunity to interact more closely with faculty through their Learning Management System (LMS) platform.

Lecture to Lab ratio per week is 3 hrs:2 hrs (3 Lecture and 2 Laboratory)

Academic Progression of a student is tracked via LMS (Learning Management System)

MCQ /Written Examinations.

1. Special classes are arranged based on the needs of the students.
2. Frequent feedback and faculty-student interaction sessions are also conducted.

The internship is provided in a teaching hospital under supervision of a consultant.

Classified as ZQF 10 Institution by HEA

MBChB Program

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Structure of the MBChB program - In partnership with UNZA

Medicine Program - 5 Years

Clinical Rotations

Clinical Rotations-Progression

Selection Factors

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What Do You Gain?

Career Opportunities

Further Study Opportunities

Testimonials

Hear From Our Student

FAQ'S

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