Mission
To deliver rigorous medical education grounded in evidence-based practice, clinical competence, professional ethics, and community-centered healthcare.
PUST · Medicine & Health Sciences
MBBS
Training future physicians with academic excellence, clinical competence, and ethical service to community health.
Six-year Doctor of Medicine pathway combining basic medical sciences, skills laboratories, hospital rotations, and community health practice.
Program Overview
Medical education for compassionate clinical practice
A professionally structured programme combining academic rigour, supervised practice, and ethical preparation for graduate careers in health.
The MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) program prepares students to become competent, ethical doctors capable of serving in hospitals, clinics, public health systems, and community settings across Somalia and the region.
- 6 Years (12 Semesters) Duration
- 180 Credits Credits
- MBBS Degree
- 12 Semesters
Mission, vision & clinical learning
Vision
To graduate physicians who lead with compassion, scientific rigor, and commitment to improving health outcomes in Puntland and beyond.
Learning Environment
Students learn through lectures, tutorials, case discussions, anatomy and skills laboratories, simulation exercises, and supervised clinical placements.
Practical Training
Modern anatomy, physiology, pathology, and clinical skills laboratories — plus hospital partnerships — connect academic study to real patient-care environments.
What makes this programme distinctive
Skills Laboratories
Practical training for clinical procedures, patient assessment, and supervised demonstrations.
Simulation Center
Scenario-based practice that strengthens clinical decision-making before hospital placement.
Hospital Rotations
Supervised exposure to real healthcare settings through institutional clinical partnerships.
Community Health
Field practice linking public health priorities with patient and community engagement.
Medical Library
Academic references, digital resources, and research support for medical students.
Student Support
Academic advising, mentoring, and guidance throughout the medical training journey.
Clinical training roadmap
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Phase 1
Pre-Clinical Phase
Foundational sciences, anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and early clinical exposure.
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Phase 2
Para-Clinical Phase
Pathology, pharmacology, microbiology, and applied clinical sciences.
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Phase 3
Clinical Phase
Hospital rotations in medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics, and community health.
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Phase 4
Internship Preparation
Advanced clinical practice, professional ethics, and service readiness.
Admissions
Your route into MBBS
Follow our unified admissions roadmap. Our enrollment staff are fully dedicated to processing your credentials.
How to Apply
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Select Major
Review our engineering, sciences, and business programs catalog to select your perfect path.
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Collect Docs
Compile school certificates, high school transcript cards, photos, and passport identity files.
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Apply Online
Complete the online PUST enrollment sheet on this platform carefully.
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Registration Fee
Settle the $20 administrative processing fee at our aligned banking counters or secure portals.
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Admissions Test
Sit for the fundamental general scientific and mathematical entrance assessment exam on campus.
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Confirmation
Receive the formal registrar enrollment certificate package with class schedules.
Entry requirements
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Entry qualification
Secondary school certificate or equivalent with strong performance in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English, and Mathematics.
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Required documents
Completed application form, academic certificates, passport-size photos, identification document, and any required equivalency documents.
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Application process
Apply online, submit required documents, complete entrance review or assessment when requested, and confirm admission through registration.
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Deadlines
Admission deadlines are announced by the Admissions Office each intake. Early application is strongly recommended for MBBS.
Entry Benchmarks
Different degree programs require specific credentials. Select your intended level of study to inspect target registration benchmarks before applying.
- Secondary Certificate
- National Identity Paper
- Admissions Application Form
- Passport Photos
- Processing Fee Receipt
Tuition & Fees
Tuition Fee
| Programme | Duration | Semester Fee | Annual Fee | Registration | Schedule |
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| MBBS | 6 Years (12 Semesters) | $270 | $540 | $20 | Semester-based payment before registration confirmation |
Clinical Experience
Learning through supervised health practice
Skills laboratories, simulation, and supervised clinical placements connect academic study to patient-centred care.
6 clinical environments
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Skills Laboratories
Practical training for clinical procedures, patient assessment, and supervised demonstrations.
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Simulation Center
Scenario-based practice that strengthens clinical decision-making before hospital placement.
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Hospital Rotations
Supervised exposure to real healthcare settings through institutional clinical partnerships.
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Community Health
Field practice linking public health priorities with patient and community engagement.
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Medical Library
Academic references, digital resources, and research support for medical students.
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Student Support
Academic advising, mentoring, and guidance throughout the medical training journey.
Built for clinical confidence
Clinical readiness develops through guided practice, ethical supervision, and meaningful exposure to real healthcare settings.
Graduate Outcomes
Career pathways in medicine and clinical practice
Graduates enter professional roles across hospitals, community health, public service, research, and further clinical training.
4 graduate pathways
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Industry Professional
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Public Sector Specialist
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Consultant
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Research Associate
Where graduates serve
Graduates pursue housemanship, hospital practice, public health service, NGO programs, research pathways, and postgraduate medical specialization.
Student Questions
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about duration, admission, tuition, and training requirements.
5 common questions
01 How long is the MBBS program?
The MBBS program is six years (twelve semesters), including structured academic study and clinical training requirements.
02 Does MBBS include hospital training?
Yes. Clinical rotations and supervised hospital practice are integrated throughout the later years of the program.
03 What subjects are required for admission?
Strong performance in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English, and Mathematics is recommended.
04 Can tuition be paid by semester?
Students normally follow the university payment schedule confirmed during registration.
05 How do I apply?
Use the online application portal and submit all required academic and identity documents before the intake deadline.
Applications now open
Take the next step toward your degree at PUST
Submit your application online. Our admissions team will support you through document review, assessment, and enrollment for the next intake.