The University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Benin City, Edo State, has officially announced the commencement of its admission process for the 2025/2026 academic session into the Institute of Health Sciences and Technology.
In a public statement released and signed by the Registrar, Osakede Philip, the institution invites applications from suitably qualified candidates into its various certificate, diploma, and higher diploma programmes. Significantly, admission into these programmes does not require the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination.
Available Programmes and Duration
UBTH offers a wide range of programmes designed to equip students with practical and professional skills in the healthcare sector. The available programmes and their durations include:Diploma and Higher Diploma Programmes (ND and HND):
1. Health Information Management – ND (2 years), HND (2 years)
2. Environmental Health Technology – ND (2 years), HND (2 years)
3. Orthopaedic Cast Technology – ND (2 years)
4. Dispensing Opticianry – ND (2 years)
5. Biomedical Engineering Technology – ND (2 years), HND (2 years)
6. Paramedics Technology – ND (2 years)
Certificate and Specialised Programmes:
1. Anaesthetic Training Programme – 3 years
2. Dental Surgery Technician – 3 years
3. Mortuary Science, Management and Funeral Services – 1 year
4. Community Health Officers Course – Special: B.Sc (1 year), Regular (2 years)
Entry Qualifications
Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications:
A minimum of five credit passes in not more than two sittings in WASSCE, NECO, or GCE O/L. Subjects must include English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology.
Candidates seeking National Diploma (ND) admission must have written the 2025 UTME and obtained a minimum score of 150.
Specific courses like Paramedics and Environmental Health Technology accept Health Sciences in place of Biology.
Biomedical Engineering Technology candidates must have credit passes in Physics, Mathematics, and other relevant science subjects.
Higher National Diploma (HND) applicants must hold a National Diploma from an NBTE-accredited programme with a minimum of lower credit and must also possess a current professional license.
Application and Further Information
Prospective students are encouraged to visit UBTH or its official website for additional information on application procedures, deadlines, and admission requirements. The university reiterates its commitment to producing highly skilled healthcare professionals through quality training and hands-on experience.
For aspiring healthcare practitioners, this presents a vital opportunity to begin or advance their careers in one of Nigeria’s leading teaching hospitals.
For further enquiries, contact: The Registrar,Institute of Health Sciences and Technology,University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin City, Edo State.
