Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), B.Sc Conversion Programs under the Institute of Distance Learning and Continuing Education, Akure Campus.
General application Requirements for All UNIMED B.Sc Conversion Programs
- A candidate for B.Sc Conversion Programs in UNIMED must have obtained 5 credit passes in the following O’Level Subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology in WAEC / NECO/GCE in not more than two (2) sittings.
- Evidence of NYSC discharge/exemption certificate.
- Academic/Official transcripts must be processed and mandatorily provided before admission. An electronic copy of the official transcript can be forwarded to: [email protected]
The following are the available courses under the various faculties:
FACULTY OF DENTAL SCIENCES
B. Sc. Conversion Programme in Dental Therapy (BDent T)
Program Duration – 6 semesters
Admission Requirements
- All candidates for admission to the B Dental Therapy degree by conversion must possess the following:
- Higher National Diploma (HND) certificate with minimum of upper credit
- The candidate must also obtain satisfactory pass at any further examination conducted by the University.
B. Sc. Conversion Program in Dental Technology
Program Duration – 6 semesters
Admission Requirements
- All candidates for admission to the B. Sc (Dental Technology) degree by conversion must possess Higher National Diploma (HND) in Dental Technology with minimum of lower credit pass.
- Candidate must also obtain satisfactory pass at any further examination conducted by the University.
FACULTY OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
B. Sc. Conversion Program in Health Information Management (HIM)
Program Duration – Two (2) years, 3 semesters per year
Admission Requirements
- Candidates shall be holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) in Health Information Management from recognized and accredited training schools.
- Candidates must possess evidence of participation in the NYSC (discharge certificate) or certificate of exemption from the scheme.
FACULTY OF MEDICAL REHABILITATION
Admission into Transitional-Doctor of Physiotherapy
Admission Requirements for 18 months duration (3 semesters)
- Candidate must have obtained a first degree- BSc PT, BMR PT, BPT from a 4 or 5 year training program within or outside Nigeria.
- Candidates shall possess a minimum of second class lower division in BSc PT, BMR (PT) or BPT.
- Candidates with Third Class degree in Physiotherapy but with additional Postgraduate National Diploma certificate in any relevant fields can also be offered admission into the 18-months duration program.
Admission Requirements for 12 months duration (2 semesters)
The candidate must satisfy the minimum requirements as stipulated for the 18 months program but must have additional postgraduate qualification(s) with a minimum of MSc in physiotherapy or relevant fields (MPH, MSc in Exercise science or Physiology, Physiology, Anatomy and Biochemistry).
B. PO. Conversion Program in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Duration of Program: six (6) semesters.
Admission Requirements
Candidates shall possess a minimum of Higher National Diploma (HND) in Prosthetics and Orthotics Technology from Recognized / approved Institution with a minimum of lower credit).
Note: Current MRTB practicing license is required for both tDPT and P&O.
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
- B. Sc. Conversion Program in Computer Science
- Duration: 2 years, 3 semesters per year
Admission Requirements
An applicant seeking admission into the B. Sc. Conversion in Computer Science must hold an HND in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Physics Electronics or Core Engineering: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics with a minimum of lower credit. Applicants who obtained a Third-Class degree in any university recognized by Nigerian University Commission (NUC), can apply. Also, applicants with B. Ed Computer Science (having a minimum of Second Class Lower Division) can apply.
B. Sc. Conversion Program in Microbiology
Duration: 2 years, 3 Semesters per year.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must possess an HND Certificate with a minimum of Lower Credit or a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of a Pass in a related discipline from a recognized university or polytechnic.
B. Sc. Conversion Program in Physics
Areas of specialization:
- Physics
- Physics with Electronics
- Medical Physics
Admission Requirements
An applicant must possess any of the following:
- Higher National Diploma (HND) in Physics with Electronics, Electrical/Electronics with Lower credit
- Bachelor of .Science (B. Sc) with a Third Class degree in any recognized University
- Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) or Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) in Electrical/Electronic with Third Class degree
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) in Integrated Science with a minimum of Second Class Lower division.
B. Sc. Conversion Program in Science Laboratory Technology (SLT)
Duration: 2 years, 3 Semesters per year.
The options available are:
- Biochemistry Techniques
- Biology and Computational Biology Techniques
- Chemistry Techniques
- Industrial Mathematics and Statistics Techniques
- Microbiology Techniques
- Physics with Electronics Techniques
Admission Requirements
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Candidates must possess a Minimum of Pass or Third Class Honours or HND (minimum of Lower Credit grade) from a recognized Institution.
B.Sc. Conversion Programmes in Community Health & Environmental Health Science
(Duration: 2 years, 3 Semesters per year)
Admission criteria for Community Health
- Holders of Community Health Officers CHO certificate with current license.
- Admission Requirements for Environmental Health
- HND certificates for Environmental Health Technologists with current license.
APPLICATION FEE – N15,000 (Fifteen Thousand Naira Only)
METHOD OF APPLICATION
- Visit: https://www.unimed.edu.ng/portal/payment_pgd_others.php to make payment using VISA or MASTER Card. Note that VERVE Card is not allowed;
- After payment, Print Payment Receipt
- Click on APPLICATION FORM with your Payment Transaction ID to complete the form.
For more details on payment and application, check the University’s website (www.unimed.edu.ng ).
ON NO ACCOUNT SHOULD CANDIDATES MAKE PAYMENT TO ANY UNAUTHORISED ACCOUNT. PLEASE SEEK CLARIFICATION IN CASE OF DOUBT
Application Deadline:
The Deadline for the application is Friday , 28 February 2025
For Enquiries: Contact the Institute of Distance Learning and Continuing Education (IDLCE):
Phone:09020451793, 09062208639, 08110832776
Email: [email protected]
Take the first step towards advancing your career through our B.Sc. conversion program. Apply today.
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