How to Study Medicine & Surgery (MBBS) Abroad from Nigeria
A practical, honest guide to studying Medicine & Surgery (MBBS) abroad from Nigeria, recognised universities, entry requirements, cost, and how Hadey Travels Global gets you admitted and processed.
Becoming a doctor is one of the most rewarding paths you can choose, and for many Nigerian students, studying Medicine & Surgery (MBBS) abroad is faster, more affordable and less of a lottery than the fiercely competitive local route. Hadey Travels Global (HTG) places students into recognised medical universities where the degree is respected by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) and internationally.
Why study Medicine & Surgery (MBBS) abroad?
A foreign MBBS from the right university opens doors well beyond one country. The key word is recognition: a medical degree only has value where the school is listed by the World Directory of Medical Schools and accepted for licensing exams such as the MDCN assessment, USMLE or PLAB. This is exactly the check most students skip, and exactly the one Hadey Travels Global runs before you apply.
What you’ll study
- Pre-clinical sciences, anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and histology in your first years
- Pathology, pharmacology and microbiology as you move toward the clinical phase
- Clinical rotations (clerkships) in internal medicine, surgery, paediatrics, obstetrics & gynaecology and psychiatry
- Hospital-based training in affiliated teaching hospitals
- Preparation for licensing and registration exams in your intended country of practice
Career paths after graduation
- Medical doctor / house officer after housemanship and registration
- Specialist training toward surgery, cardiology, radiology and other fields
- Public-health and clinical-research roles
- Medical practice in Nigeria (after MDCN assessment) or abroad (after USMLE, PLAB and similar)
Where Hadey Travels Global places students
Hadey Travels Global most often places MBBS students in recognised, affordable universities in:
Can’t find your preferred country here? Contact Hadey Travels Global, we have strong partner options and great offers across many more destinations and will match you to the one that fits your goals and budget.
Entry requirements
- O’Level (WAEC/NECO): five credits including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics, in no more than two sittings.
- A strong grasp of Biology and Chemistry in particular; some universities set an entrance test or interview.
- An international passport valid for at least 18 months at the point of application.
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL) where the university or country requires it, many of our partner schools also accept a WAEC English credit.
Why Hadey Travels Global (HTG)?
From choosing a university that MDCN will actually accept, through admission letters, visa documentation, proof of funds and travel, Hadey Travels Global manages the whole MBBS journey. We tell you the full cost up front, tuition and living, so there are no surprises after you have committed, and we stay with you through arrival and settling in.
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Start your applicationFrequently asked questions
Is a foreign MBBS recognised in Nigeria?
Yes, provided the university is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools and you pass the MDCN assessment exam on return. Hadey Travels Global only places students in universities that meet this standard.
How much does it cost to study MBBS abroad?
It varies widely by country. Universities in Belarus, Russia and parts of Eastern Europe are considerably more affordable than the UK or US. Hadey Travels Global gives you a full tuition-plus-living estimate before you pay anything.
How long is the MBBS programme?
Typically five to six years including clinical rotations, followed by housemanship and registration in your country of practice.