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Programme NameAssociate of Science in Pre-Medical Sciences [from 2026] (5103)
DepartmentSchool of Pre-Medical Sciences
FacultyCollege of Medical Sciences
Admission CriteriaApplicants must possess at least five (5) CSEC or equivalent passes, with a minimum of Grade III in each subject. These must include: English Language and Mathematics, and Three (3) Science subjects: Biology and Chemistry (preferred), along with one of the following — Physics (strongly recommended), Integrated Science, or Human and Social Biology.
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Applicants with three (3) GCE 'A' Level Passes (Grades A–D) or CAPE Passes (Grades I–V) in any three subjects, who are not eligible for direct entry into the MBBS or BDS Programmes, may be considered for admission to the Pre-Medical Sciences Programme.
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Applicants aged twenty-one (21) years or older who possess relevant work or life experience may be considered for admission, subject to successful completion of the University of Guyana Entrance Examination (UGEE).
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Any qualification — such as Medex, Medical Technician, Pharmacy Technician, or any other — recognized by the University as equivalent or acceptable may be considered as an alternative to the aforementioned requirements. **Even if the minimum entry requirements are met, admission is not automatic. Selection will be based on academic ranking, which considers applicants’ overall grades, subject performance, and available programme spaces under the University’s policy or category system. The Admissions Committee serves as the final decision-making authority for matters on admission, selection, and enrollment in the Pre-Medical Program.
Tuition FeeFirst Year - GYD: $228,448 | USD: $5,711
Second Year - GYD: $228,448 | USD: $5,711
First Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
CHM1102 Introduction to General Chemistry Hybrid (Online and In Class) 3
CHM1103 Chemistry Laboratory I Hybrid (Online and In Class) 1
MTH1101 Algebra Online 4
PHY1104 Fundamentals of Physics Online 4
PMS1101 Human Biology I Not Specified 3
PMS1102 Communication Skills and English Composition for Medical Students Not Specified 3
PMS1103 Medical Terminology Not Specified 2
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
MTH1202 Calculus I Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
PMS1201 Psychology and Ethics Not Specified 2
PMS1202 Introduction to Anatomy I Not Specified 3
PMS1203 Introduction to Physiology I Not Specified 3

Total Cost: GYD $228,448 | USD $5,711

Second Year

Total Cost: GYD $228,448 | USD $5,711