Yes, you can use the Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) programme to study Medicine and Surgery in Nigeria through Direct Entry admission. IJMB allows qualified candidates to gain admission into 200 Level without writing JAMB UTME.
To study Medicine and Surgery through IJMB, you must register for the core science subjects:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
Medicine is one of the most competitive courses in Nigeria, so universities usually require very high IJMB points. Most schools expect candidates to score between 13 and 16 points to have a strong chance of admission.
The IJMB programme lasts about 9 months and is accepted by many universities in Nigeria, including:
- Ahmadu Bello University
- University of Ilorin
- University of Benin
- University of Port Harcourt
- and several other federal, state, and private universities.
One major advantage of IJMB is that it provides an alternative route to admission for students who may not want to rely entirely on JAMB UTME. It is a recognized and approved Direct Entry programme accepted by many Nigerian universities.
However, because Medicine and Surgery is highly competitive, students are advised to aim for excellent grades, especially A’s in all three science subjects. You should also check the specific IJMB admission requirements of your preferred university before applying.