College of Medicine
Your future starts here.
Welcome to Our College
We warmly welcome you to the College of Medicine, Lead City University, Ibadan. Our college is committed to training the next generation of healthcare professionals with a strong foundation in academic excellence, clinical competence, and ethical practice.
At Lead City University, we combine world-class teaching, modern medical facilities, and a student-centered learning environment to produce graduates who are equipped to meet the evolving challenges of the medical field. Whether you're a prospective student, parent, alumni, or partner, we invite you to explore our programs, research initiatives, and vibrant academic community.
Join us as we shape the future of medicine—through innovation, compassion, and service to humanity.
Prof. Magnus A. Thomas
Provost, College of Medicine
Your future starts here.
Our Medical Programs
The following programmes are available under College of Medicine & Health Sciences:
- Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)
- Dentistry (Bachelor of Dental Surgery, BDS)
- Dental Therapy (BDT)
- Dental Technology (BDT)
- Nursing (B.NSc)
- Physiotherapy (Doctor of Physiotherapy, DPT)
- Medical Laboratory Science (B.MLS)
- Radiography (B.RAD)
- Community Health Sciences (BCHS)
- Environmental Health Sciences (B.EHS)
- Health Information Management (B.HIM)
- Human Anatomy (B.Sc)
- Human Nutrition & Dietetics (B.Sc)
- Physiology (B.Sc)
- Public Health (B.Sc)
About the College
Departments of Anatomy, Physiology, Nursing, Physiotherapy Medical Laboratory Science and Radiography started in the
Faculty of Science. These were carved out to form The Faculty of
Basic Medical Sciences in 2021 under the Deanship of Dr.
Magnus Adebo Thomas (later Prof.). The Faculty of Basic
Medical Sciences formed the foundation of the College of
Medicine when the Medicine and Surgery with Dentistry were
approved for take-off by the National Universities Commission.
The 2021/2022 Session started with the College of Medicine
coming into existence in the University. Under the College, there
are two Programmes and a Faculty. The Programmes include
Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) as well as Dentistry (Doctor of
Dentistry) (BDS). The number of registered students in the
MBBS programmes rose steadily.
The 2022/2023 Session started with the College of Medicine moving into the ultramodern, three
storey edifice: the new College of Medicine Building with Prof. Magnus Thomas as the Provost.
The College building houses most of the Departments in the College. In the building are
Departmental offices, Staff offices (with their conveniences), classrooms, seminar rooms,
lecture theatres and a canteen to boot. Under the College, we have two Programmes and a
Faculty. The Programmes include Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) as well as Dentistry (Doctor of
Dentistry) (DDS). The number of registered students in all the programmes has continued to rise
in the 2022/2023 academic session.
The College experienced an increase in students’ enrolment in the MBBS and DDS
programmes. We are offering other professional Courses in the Medical Laboratory Science,
Pharmacy, Community Health, Dentistry, Radiography, Medicine, and graduated Nurses.
Welfare of staff is noted to be important to the management, many lecturers were promoted
during the year and salaries were increased generally.
The 2023/2024 Session started with the College of Medicine expanding into the Block B of the
ultramodern, three-storey building of the new College of Medicine Building within the University
Campus. The Block B is currently housing the Anatomy Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Faculty
of Basic Clinical Sciences and Faculty of Clinical Sciences. In the new Block are Departmental
Offices (Public Health, Anatomy) Laboratories (Physiology, Pharmacology and Therapeutics,
Haematology, Chemical Pathology, Anatomical Pathology, Medical Microbiology and
Parasitology), Staff offices (with their conveniences), classrooms, seminar rooms, lecture
theatres and a canteen to boot.
Prof. Magnus Thomas
The following programmes are available under College of Medicine & Health Sciences:
- Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)
- Dentistry (Bachelor of Dental Surgery, BDS)
- Dental Therapy (BDT)
- Dental Technology (BDT)
- Nursing (B.NSc)
- Physiotherapy (Doctor of Physiotherapy, DPT)
- Medical Laboratory Science (B.MLS)
- Radiography (B.RAD)
- Community Health Sciences (BCHS)
- Environmental Health Sciences (B.EHS)
- Health Information Management (B.HIM)
- Human Anatomy (B.Sc)
- Human Nutrition & Dietetics (B.Sc)
- Physiology (B.Sc)
- Public Health (B.Sc)
Why Study Medicine & Health Sci. at LCU
Industry-Focused Curriculum & Practical Learning
At Lead City University, we bridge the gap between theory and practice with a curriculum tailored to meet industry demands.
State-of-the-Art Learning Facilities
We provide access to modern studios, digital labs, and research centers, ensuring students get real-world exposure in communication and information science.
Career Opportunities & Industry Connections
We offer internship placements, industry collaborations, and networking opportunities to help students build a strong career foundation.
Explore our Undergraduate Study
Ready to shape your future? At Lead City University, Ibadan, we offer dynamic undergraduate programs designed to equip you with real-world knowledge, practical skills, and a global perspective.
