COLLEGE OF MEDICINE

Welcome to the College of Medicine.

AIU Health Science Centers ,at the Gambia College of Medicine is the first Medical school in Africa offering a curriculum patterned after the US medical program and is designed to meet the licensing requirements in USA. College of Medicine offers a (5+) year program leading to Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree to students who have successfully completed high school. The program consists of (16) months of Pre-medical studies followed by (20) months of Basic sciences and (24) months of Clinical sciences.

High placement directly into the Medicine (Basic Sciences) may be available to qualified candidates who have completed their first degree with relevant subjects.

AIUWA College of Medicine is listed in IMED FAIMER International Medical Education directory published by Education Commission for Medical Graduates (US) ECFMG. AIUWA medical students are eligible to give USMLE examinations for certification in US.

The clinical medical training is conducted at various hospitals, clinics and regional health centers in Gambia. Specialized clinical training is available at affiliated international institutions.

All faculty members are highly qualified and experienced professionals. Our curriculum provides learning opportunities in a wide variety of medical practice settings, including hospitals, clinics and health centers operated by Government of The Gambia.

We are committed to helping our students succeed in their medical education. The aim of the medical program is to:

  • To assume responsibilities as professional and competent physicians, doctors and surgeons and to provide preventive, curative and rehabilitation services.
  • To make independent decisions in medical situations and to protect the rights of and facilitate individuals and groups in pursuit of health.
  • To function in the hospital, community health services, and conduct research studies in the areas of medical practice.
  • To demonstrate skills in communication and interpersonal relationship.
  • To demonstrate leadership qualities and decision - making abilities in various situations.
  • To demonstrate skills in teaching to individuals and groups in community health settings.
  • To practice ethical values in their personal and professional life.
  • To recognize the need for continued learning for their personal and professional development.
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Latest News

November 30, 2012

September 10, 2013


Honorable Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Omar Sey welcomed the group of new students who joined the university from September 2013. The freshman class attended the orientation with a visit to the hospital and the new construction site of AIU Health Science Center at Kanifing Institutional Area.

September 1, 2013


AIU Kotu Campus was acquired last month to be utilized as a residential halls for international student.
The 80 rooms facility is exclusively for the AIUWA students.

November 30, 2012


Clearing at the newly acquired land for the permanent site of the new campus has begun ahead of schedule. The construction is scheduled to start within next 40 days. Currently estimated to cost $16M, the new campus shall have 11 laboratories, 4800 sq.ft library, 18 classrooms, 2 dry labs and 12 conference rooms. The new campus is scheduled to be completed in 2014/15.

The plans for the main buildings are being finalized.

November 5, 2012


Land acquired for new campus

5+ acre of land in the heart of the city has been acquired for building a new and permanent campus. The land is ideally located just 2 blocks from the Friendship Residence Hall and 3 blocks from Serekunda Hospital.

On October 29, 2012, the ground breaking ceremony was conducted on the newly acquired land. Many faculty staff and students attended the ceremony where prayer to Mother Earth was offered.
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