Overview
The College of Medicine and Health Sciences (CMHS) - UAE University strives for excellence
in medical education, clinical training, and research. The College aims to graduate
highly professional and competent physicians who are able to compete internationally.
Therefore, the CMHS program for Medicine sets high standards in the recruitment and
admission processes of potential candidates. The CMHS M.D. program for Medicine provides
a unique integrated, multidisciplinary approach to learning. The College offers admission
into Medicine for undergraduates (fresh graduates of grade 12 and candidates transferring
into the MD program). The CMHS also invites you to explore the possibilities of Health
Sciences programs offered by the College.
Details on the CMHS programs can be found here.
Announcement
Applicants to the M.D. program at the College of Medicine and Health Sciences- UAE
University (CMHS-UAEU) should rank the UAEU as option # 1 on the Ministry of Education
NAPO system. They must regularly update their profile and upload required documents
and certificates.
Candidates' details will be extracted directly from the NAPO system. Only those selected
MD program at the CMHS-UAEU as the 1st option will be reviewed. Current students (as per NAPO status), nationals or children
of national mothers who studied in the accepted high school tracks will be selected
and shortlisted for Admission Exam (MCQ). Those passing the admission exam (MCQ) will
be shortlisted for Mini Multiple Interviews (MMI) conducted at CMHS. Dates and timings
of the scheduled admission exam (MCQ) and Mini Multiple Interview (MMI) will be communicated
to candidates by SMS messages or e-mail or phone by the Office of Students Affairs
at the College. Due to limitations in the seat numbers that can be offered for admission
into the program, the final decision on admission will take into consideration the
overall performance in the 3 requirements (High School Grades, Admission Exam (MCQ),
and Mini Multiple Interview (MMI).
Application Deadlines
The application deadline in NAPO for the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program at the College
of Medicine and Health Sciences is 31 March 2026. Please note that applications submitted after this deadline will not be reviewed.
Policy
Candidates will be admitted to the College of Medicine and Health Sciences (CMHS)
in accordance with the general policies and regulations established by the UAE University.
Admission applications to the CMHS - UAE University are processed in liaison with
the Ministry of Education (MOE) central admission office; and the National Admissions
and Placement Office (NAPO).
Admission of candidates into Medicine - CMHS is competitive and merit-based. The
limited number of seats are awarded to candidates with the best academic performance
in High School grades, Admission Exam (MCQ), and Mini Multiple Interview (MMI).
Graduate Entry Criteria
Proposed Admission Criteria for BSc. Degree Holders into the 3rd Year of the MD Program
The College of Medicine & Health Sciences (CMHS) - United Arab Emirates University
(UAEU) strives to recruit academically competent and psychologically resilient candidates
most likely to meet the high demands of a full-time medical training program. The
selection process is rigorous, competitive, merit-based, and transparent.
Below are the criteria for admission of BSc. degree holders into the MD program (graduate
entry):
- Admission is limited to Emirati candidates and children of Emirati mothers.
- The applicant must possess a bachelor’s degree in Biological, Biomedical, Health,
Life Sciences, or an equivalent field from an accredited university.
- An equivalency certificate for the bachelor’s degree from the Ministry of Education,
UAE is required.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0-point scale or its equivalent on a non-GPA
grading system.
- A minimum English proficiency score is required:
- IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 or
- TOEFL score of 600
- Courses completed during the bachelor’s degree should include:
- Chemistry and Organic Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Microbiology, Immunology, and Basic Pathophysiology
- Cell Biology, Genetics, and Molecular Biology
- Behavioral Sciences and Public Health
- Statistics
- Two recommendation letters are required.
- Short-listed candidates must pass the end-of-Year 2 MD program course exam set by
CMHS.
- Short-listed candidates must undergo a Mini Multiple Interview (MMI) to assess cognitive
and non-cognitive traits, including aptitude for the MD program.
- Applicants must secure a sponsor to cover tuition fees during their study.
Please submit your application online through the following link: Postgraduate Application Portal
Admission Exam (MCQ)
The admission examination for eligible students is offered to students who fulfil
the minimum entry criteria: current student, nationals (or children of national mothers),
high school certificate in the advanced track or equivalent curriculum.
The admission examination (MCQ) is only offered once. Failure in the exam means the
candidate is not eligible to enter the MMI and will not be considered for admissions.
The CMHS Admission MCQ exam is designed to assess candidates’ knowledge of Physics,
Biology, Math, Chemistry and Comprehension
- The exam will be conducted in the Assessment Hall at the College of Medicine and Health
Sciences.
- The exam will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 150 minutes.
- The examination is computer-based and is in English language.
- The exam questions will be on scientific subjects (Math, Biology, Physics, and Chemistry)
and Comprehension derived from the curriculum of high school
- All candidates must present at the examination site 1 hour prior to the start time
of the scheduled session. MCQ exam logistics will be shared via e-mail with candidates.
- For the types of MCQ questions, please click here
Contact Us
Thank you for your interest in joining the College of Medicine and Health Sciences
(CMHS).
We welcome your queries.
Feel Free to contact should contact the Office of Students Affairs at the College
of Medicine and Health Sciences.
E-mail: cmhs.admission@uaeu.ac.ae
Office of Student Affairs & Alumni
College of Medicine and Health Sciences
United Arab Emirates University
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
P.O. Box: 15551