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School of Medical Sciences University of Cape Coast, Ghana
 
 
 
 
 
 

School of Medical Sciences · UCC Ghana · Est. 2008

Training World-Class Medical Doctors for Ghana and Beyond

A globally recognised medical school delivering problem-based, community-oriented medical education — producing outstanding doctors sworn to the highest ethical standards of patient care.

2008Year Founded
42Pioneer Graduates 2013
19Departments
2Degree Programmes
#1Ghana & West Africa
CCTHTeaching Hospital
News
14th Batch White Coat Ceremony — 141 students begin clinical training · Nov 2023· CoHAS welcomes new Provost Prof. Dorcas Obiri-Yeboah · Aug 2026· 2026/2027 Admissions Open — Apply at apply.ucc.edu.gh· Cape Coast Teaching Hospital — Primary clinical training site for UCCSMS· MPhil Infection & Immunity programme — Now accepting applications· COBES 2023 Report available — Download at sms.ucc.edu.gh· 14th Batch White Coat Ceremony — 141 students begin clinical training · Nov 2023· CoHAS welcomes new Provost Prof. Dorcas Obiri-Yeboah · Aug 2026·
Prof. Patrick Kafui Akakpo

Prof. Patrick Kafui Akakpo

Dean, SMS View Profile →

● Dean's Welcome

Welcome to the School of Medical Sciences, UCC

The School of Medical Sciences at the University of Cape Coast is committed to producing world-class medical practitioners equipped to meet global health challenges. Our problem-based, community-oriented and integrated curriculum positions our graduates at the forefront of modern medical practice.

SMS provides you with the enabling environment that would nurture you to make a difference and be the best you can be wherever you find yourself. With our Community Based Experience and Services (COBES) and Problem Based Learning (PBL) approach integrated in our curriculum, we produce excellent Medical Doctors that meet international standards.

Mission

To provide undergraduate, professional and postgraduate educational programmes of the highest quality and relevance in order to attract outstanding faculty and develop top students.

Vision

To be a School of Medical Sciences that is well positioned with a worldwide acclaim — producing doctors who are competent, ethical and globally competitive.

Core Values

Academic Excellence Discipline Competence Professionalism Integrity & Teamwork

● The SMS Advantage

Why Choose SMS-UCC?

What makes our medical school one of the finest in Africa and a top choice for aspiring doctors.

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Accredited Globally

Accredited by the Medical and Dental Council, Ghana, and recognised internationally. Our graduates practice worldwide.

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Problem-Based Learning

Our PBL curriculum builds critical thinking, clinical reasoning and teamwork — preparing students for real-world medicine from Day 1.

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Community-Based Training

COBES (Community-Based Experience and Service) places students in real communities — building empathy, public health skills and social responsibility.

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Cape Coast Teaching Hospital

Primary clinical training at the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital (CCTH) — a fully equipped tertiary referral centre on the UCC campus.

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Modern Research Facilities

State-of-the-art anatomy labs, biochemistry labs, clinical simulation suites and digital learning platforms support cutting-edge medical training.

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#1 University in Ghana

Part of the University of Cape Coast — ranked #1 in Ghana and West Africa — giving SMS graduates the credibility of one of Africa's finest institutions.

● Academic Programmes

Programmes at SMS-UCC

Undergraduate · 6 Years

MBChB

Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery

MBChB Programme

A six-year integrated, problem-based and community-oriented programme producing competent medical doctors who are ready to serve Ghana and the world.

  • 3 Years Pre-clinical + 3 Years Clinical
  • COBES & PBL integrated curriculum
  • CCTH clinical training site
Programme Details →
Postgraduate · 2 Years

MPhil

Infection & Immunity

MPhil Programme

A postgraduate research programme in Microbiology and Infection — training the next generation of biomedical scientists and clinical researchers in Ghana.

  • Dept. of Microbiology & Immunology
  • Research + coursework combination
  • International research collaborations
Programme Details →
Undergraduate · 4 Years

BSc Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant Studies

Physician Assistant

Training highly skilled Physician Assistants to expand Ghana's healthcare delivery capacity — bridging the gap between doctors and communities across the country.

  • Clinical rotations included
  • DPAS — dedicated department
  • Ghana Health Service accredited
Programme Details →

● Research & Innovation

Research at SMS-UCC

Advancing medical knowledge with impactful research grounded in Ghana's unique health challenges.

📋 Research Areas

Infection & Immunity Tropical & Infectious Diseases Maternal & Child Health Non-Communicable Diseases Mental Health & Neurosciences Surgical Sciences Medical Education Research

🤝 Collaborations

Ghana Health Service (GHS) Cape Coast Teaching Hospital (CCTH) Ghana College of Physicians & Surgeons Medical & Dental Council, Ghana International Partner Universities BCRC Research Centre, UCC

● Academic Year 2026/2027

Academic Calendar & Notices

First Semester 2026/2027

Academic Calendar
Sep5

Fresher Students Report

September 2026

Sep12

Continuing Students Report

September 2026

Sep14

Lectures Begin

September 2026

Oct12

First Quiz (CA)

12–16 October 2026

Nov27

Lectures End

November 2026

Dec3

Semester Examinations

3–22 December 2026

Dec23

Semester Break Begins

23 Dec 2026 – 15 Jan 2027

Nov25

UCC 59th Congregation

25–28 November 2026

Notices & Flyers

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2025 Calendar
Admission Notice
White Coat Ceremony
SMS White Coat 1
SMS White Coat 2
SMS White Coat 3
SMS Event
SMS Event 2

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● Campus Life

School Facilities

Library
Hospital Ward
Operating Theatre
Anatomy Lab
Hostel
Transport
🔬Modern Laboratories
🏥Clinical Facilities (CCTH)
📚Modern Library
🚌Campus Transport Buses
🏡Student Accommodation
🌳Serene Campus Environment

● Press Centre

News & Events

All Events
CoHAS handoverCoHAS handover 2
Campus 6 August 2026

College of Health and Allied Sciences Welcomes New Provost

CoHAS officially ushered in a new chapter of leadership with the formal handover from Prof. Martins Ekor to the incoming Provost, Prof. Dorcas Obiri-Yeboah.

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White Coat CeremonySMS OathSMS White Coats
Student 28 November 2023

14th Batch: White Coat Ceremony — 141 Students Begin Clinical Training

141 students decorated with white coats and stethoscopes swore an oath to provide the highest standard of ethical care as they begin their three-year clinical phase.

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● Join SMS · UCC

Start Your Journey to Becoming a Medical Doctor at UCC

Join one of Africa's finest medical schools. Apply now for the 2026/2027 academic year — limited places available for qualified applicants.

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FEATURED NEWS

Provost Charts New Course for CoHAS in Strategic Engagements

As part of Prof. Dorcas Obiri-Yeboah ongoing engagement with stakeholders across the College, the Provost of the College of Health and Allied Sciences (CoHAS), Prof. Dorcas Obiri-Yeboah, has held discussions with the Schools of Public Health, Allied Health Sciences, Nursing and Midwifery, and Optometry and Vision Science.

College of Health and Allied Sciences Welcomes New Provost

The College of Health and Allied Sciences (CoHAS), University of Cape Coast, officially ushered in a new chapter of leadership on 1st August 2026 with the formal handing-over ceremony from the outgoing Provost, Professor Martins Ekor, to the incoming Provost, Professor Dorcas Obiri-Yeboah.

14th Batch: White Coat Ceremony (UCCSMS)

The 14th batch of medical students at the University of Cape Coast School of Medical Sciences (UCCSMS), who have successfully completed their pre-clinical training in the basic sciences, have begun the clinical phase of their training.

The 141 students, decorated with spotless white coats and stethoscopes, swore an oath to provide the highest standard of ethical care for their patients as they undergo another three-year practical training in the hospital wards under the supervision of medical consultants and other healthcare professionals.