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Study Medicine & Health in Nigeria 🇳🇬

Nigeria offers 60 Medicine & Health programs across 20 universities. 97% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

60 Programs
20 Universities
97% STEM

Why Nigeria for Medicine & Health?

Living Cost

$3,500/yr

Full guide to studying in Nigeria →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (53) Master (7)

Top Universities for Medicine & Health in Nigeria

University of Ibadan

Ibadan · National rank #1 · QS #1001

Veterinary Medicine · Bachelor Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor Public Health · Master Nursing Science · Bachelor Pharmacy · Bachelor Master of Public Health (MPH) · Master
University of Lagos

Lagos · National rank #1 · QS #1001

Dentistry · Bachelor Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor Nursing Science · Bachelor Pharmacy · Bachelor Radiography · Bachelor
University of Nigeria, Nsukka

Nsukka · National rank #1 · QS #701

Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor Pharmacy · Bachelor Nursing Science · Bachelor Veterinary Medicine · Bachelor
Ahmadu Bello University

Zaria · National rank #2 · QS #1201

Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor Pharmacy · Bachelor
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

Ogbomoso · National rank #2

Anatomy · Bachelor Nursing Science · Bachelor Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor Physiology · Bachelor
Bayero University Kano

Kano · National rank #3

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery · Bachelor Master of Science in Public Health · Master Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy · Bachelor
Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Awka · National rank #4

Pharmacy · Bachelor Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor
Federal University of Technology, Owerri

Owerri · National rank #4

Public Health Technology · Bachelor
Obafemi Awolowo University

Ile-Ife · National rank #5 · QS #1201

Pharmacy · Bachelor Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor MSc Public Health · Master
University of Port Harcourt

Port Harcourt · National rank #5

Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor MSc Public Health · Master
University of Benin

Benin City · National rank #6

Nursing Science · Bachelor Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor Pharmacy · Bachelor Medical Laboratory Science · Bachelor
University of Ilorin

Ilorin · National rank #8

Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor
Ekiti State University

Ado-Ekiti · National rank #13

Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor Nursing Science · Bachelor
Kwara State University

Malete · National rank #14

Medical Laboratory Science · Bachelor Public Health Science · Bachelor Public Health · Bachelor
Osun State University

Osogbo · National rank #15

Medical Laboratory Science · Bachelor Anatomy · Bachelor Nursing Science · Bachelor Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor Physiology · Bachelor Public Health · Bachelor Master of Science in Public Health · Master
Ambrose Alli University

Ekpoma · National rank #25

Nursing Science · Bachelor
Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor Nursing Science · Bachelor Medical Laboratory Science · Bachelor
Imo State University

Owerri · National rank #42

Nutrition and Dietetics · Bachelor Medical Laboratory Science · Bachelor Nursing Science · Bachelor
Federal University, Lafia

Lafia · National rank #44

Public Health · Master Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor Nursing Science · Bachelor
Federal University Gusau

Gusau · National rank #111

Nursing Science · Bachelor

All Programs

Veterinary Medicine

University of Ibadan

Bachelor STEM

Public Health

Federal University, Lafia

Master STEM

Medicine and Surgery

Federal University, Lafia

Bachelor STEM

Nursing Science

Federal University, Lafia

Bachelor STEM

Pharmacy

Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Bachelor STEM

Medicine and Surgery

Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Bachelor STEM

Medicine and Surgery

Ahmadu Bello University

Bachelor STEM

Pharmacy

Ahmadu Bello University

Bachelor STEM

Dentistry

University of Lagos

Bachelor STEM

Medicine and Surgery

University of Lagos

Bachelor STEM

Nursing Science

University of Lagos

Bachelor STEM

Pharmacy

University of Lagos

Bachelor STEM

Radiography

University of Lagos

Bachelor STEM

Medicine and Surgery

University of Nigeria, Nsukka

Bachelor STEM

Pharmacy

University of Nigeria, Nsukka

Bachelor STEM

Nursing Science

University of Nigeria, Nsukka

Bachelor STEM

Veterinary Medicine

University of Nigeria, Nsukka

Bachelor STEM

Medicine and Surgery

University of Ibadan

Bachelor STEM

Public Health

University of Ibadan

Master STEM

Nursing Science

University of Ibadan

Bachelor STEM

Pharmacy

University of Ibadan

Bachelor STEM

Master of Public Health (MPH)

University of Ibadan

Master STEM

Nursing Science

University of Benin

Bachelor STEM

Medicine and Surgery

University of Benin

Bachelor STEM

Pharmacy

University of Benin

Bachelor STEM

Medical Laboratory Science

University of Benin

Bachelor STEM

Pharmacy

Obafemi Awolowo University

Bachelor STEM

Medicine and Surgery

Obafemi Awolowo University

Bachelor STEM

MSc Public Health

Obafemi Awolowo University

Master STEM

Anatomy

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Nursing Science

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Medicine and Surgery

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Public Health Technology

Federal University of Technology, Owerri

Bachelor STEM

Physiology

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Nutrition and Dietetics

Imo State University

Bachelor STEM

Medical Laboratory Science

Imo State University

Bachelor STEM

Nursing Science

Imo State University

Bachelor STEM

Medicine and Surgery

University of Ilorin

Bachelor STEM

Medicine and Surgery

Enugu State University of Science and Technology

Bachelor STEM

Nursing Science

Enugu State University of Science and Technology

Bachelor STEM

Medical Laboratory Science

Enugu State University of Science and Technology

Bachelor STEM

Medical Laboratory Science

Osun State University

Bachelor STEM

Anatomy

Osun State University

Bachelor STEM

Nursing Science

Osun State University

Bachelor STEM

Medicine and Surgery

Osun State University

Bachelor STEM

Physiology

Osun State University

Bachelor STEM

Public Health

Osun State University

Bachelor

Master of Science in Public Health

Osun State University

Master

Medicine and Surgery

University of Port Harcourt

Bachelor STEM

MSc Public Health

University of Port Harcourt

Master STEM

Nursing Science

Ambrose Alli University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery

Bayero University Kano

Bachelor STEM

Medical Laboratory Science

Kwara State University

Bachelor STEM

Public Health Science

Kwara State University

Bachelor STEM

Public Health

Kwara State University

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Public Health

Bayero University Kano

Master STEM

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Bayero University Kano

Bachelor STEM

Nursing Science

Federal University Gusau

Bachelor STEM

Medicine and Surgery

Ekiti State University

Bachelor STEM

Nursing Science

Ekiti State University

Bachelor STEM

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Medicine & Health in Nigeria?
Tuition for Medicine & Health programs in Nigeria varies by university. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $4k.
What are the English language requirements for Medicine & Health in Nigeria?
English-taught Medicine & Health programs in Nigeria typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Medicine & Health programs are in Nigeria?
Abroadly lists 60 Medicine & Health programs at 20 universities across Nigeria. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Medicine & Health programs in Nigeria STEM-designated?
97% of Medicine & Health programs in Nigeria carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Nigeria a good country for Medicine & Health students?
Nigeria is a strong choice for Medicine & Health with 20 universities offering these programs. The primary language is English.
What degree levels are available for Medicine & Health in Nigeria?
In Nigeria, Medicine & Health programs are offered at: Bachelor (53 programs), Master (7 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.