Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences

Author
Prof. Jerzy Kuzma
HOD

Department of Medicine

The Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program at Divine Word
University is a five-year, full-time undergraduate degree designed to produce
clinically competent, ethically grounded, and socially responsive doctors equipped
to serve the healthcare needs of Papua New Guinea and beyond.


Through an integrated and innovative curriculum, students gain a strong
foundation in biomedical sciences, clinical skills, and population health. The
program emphasizes professional accountability, evidence-based practice, and
lifelong learning. Graduates are nurtured to uphold the highest standards of ethical
conduct and professionalism while developing a global perspective on health and
healthcare systems

Career opportunities and pathways for graduates.

Graduates of the program are well-prepared for diverse roles across the national
health system, including hospitals, rural health centres, and public health
institutions. They are eligible to pursue postgraduate medical education in various
clinical specialties and sub-specialties.

With training in research methodology,
graduates can contribute to evidence generation in universities, research
institutes, or global health organizations. The DWU MBBS program is continuously
benchmarked against international standards, ensuring graduates are competitive
for further training and employment opportunities both locally and globally

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be Grade 12 school leavers with a minimum of three ‘A’ grades
and no more than two ‘B’ grades in the following subjects: English, Mathematics,
Chemistry, Biology, and/or Physics.

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