MMU Opens 2025/2026 Diploma in Medical Science Admission — A Direct Pathway to 200-Level Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy & More
Mercy Medical University (MMU) has officially announced the opening of its 2025/2026 admission for the four-semester Diploma in Medical Science programme, creating a direct pathway for aspiring health professionals to enter 200 level in top medical and health-related degree programmes.
The institution says the programme is designed for students seeking structured academic preparation and a guaranteed route into competitive courses such as Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Medical Laboratory Science and more.
A Diploma That Guarantees Direct Entry Into 200 Level
MMU’s Diploma in Medical Science equips students with foundational knowledge and hands-on training required for success at the undergraduate level. Graduates of the programme—based on performance—qualify for Direct Entry admission into 200 level of select degree programmes across the university.
Programmes Available Through the Diploma Pathway
Successful diploma graduates may progress into the following MMU degree programmes:
- Medicine and Surgery
- Doctor of Pharmacy
- Bachelor of Nursing Science
- Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science
- Bachelor of Community Health Science
- Bachelor of Public Health Science
- Bachelor of Complementary and Alternative Medicine
- Bachelor of Healthcare Administration and Hospital Management
- Doctor of Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Optometry
- Bachelor of Radiography
This pathway offers an opportunity for students who want to study highly competitive courses without going through the traditional UTME route.
Entry Requirements for the Diploma in Medical Science
MMU states that applicants must have:
- Five credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology
- Results must be from WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB
- Not more than two sittings
Upon completing the diploma, candidates are required to obtain the JAMB Direct Entry form to proceed into their chosen degree programme.
How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide via MMU Portal
Interested applicants can submit their applications online through the official MMU website:
mercymedicaluniversity.edu.ng/
Application Process
- Visit the admission portal and create a profile.
- Complete the online form carefully — incomplete forms will not be processed.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₦15,000 via Paystack.
- Submit the form and print all acknowledgement documents.
Checking Admission Status
After submission, candidates can track their admission status by entering their application number on the MMU portal.
Once admitted, students are required to:
- Accept the admission offer
- Pay all necessary fees
- Print the following documents:
- Online payment receipts
- Application slip
- Admission letter
- Signed clearance form
- Two attestation letters (one from a clergy member, one from a school principal)
- O’Level results
- Birth certificate
- Passport photograph
Why This Matters
With increasing competition for medical and health-science degree programmes in Nigeria, MMU’s structured diploma route provides an accessible alternative for students determined to build careers in healthcare.
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