UMTH Higher Diploma in Community Health Admission 2026/2027: Requirements, Fees, Dates & How to Apply
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The University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH) has opened applications for its 2026/2027 Higher Diploma in Community Health programme.
University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH) Higher Diploma in Community Health Admission (2026/2027)
Programme Options
Applicants can choose from the following programme durations:
- One-Year Programme
- Two-Year Programme
Application Fees
| Programme Duration | Fee (₦) |
|---|---|
| One-Year Programme | 10,000 |
| Two-Year Programme | 5,000 |
Key Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | 4th May 2026 |
| Application Closes | 30th June 2026 |
| Submission Deadline | 14th July 2026 |
| Entrance Exam & Interview | 20th – 24th July 2026 |
Applicants are advised to complete all processes before the stated deadlines to avoid disqualification.
Admission Requirements
General Requirements (All Applicants)
- Must possess a Diploma in Community Health (CHEW) with a valid licence
- Must have at least five (5) SSCE credits in not more than two sittings, including:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Biology or Health Science
- Physics
- Chemistry
Additional Requirement (One-Year Programme Only)
Applicants for the one-year programme must also have at least one of the following:
- B.Sc. in Community Health
- B.Sc. in Public Health
- B.Sc. in Health Education
Application Procedure
Follow these steps to apply:
- Pay the application fee at the UMTH Billing Office
- Collect the application form from the College of Community Health, UMTH
- Complete the form accurately
- Submit the completed form on or before the deadline
