Copperbelt University

THE COPPERBELT UNIVERSITY

OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR P.O. BOX 21692

KITWE - ZAMBIA

ADVERTISEMENT FOR ADMISSIONS FOR 2025/2026 ACADEMIC YEAR TO COMMENCE IN FEBRUARY 2026

The Copperbelt University invites applications for the Academic Year 2025/2026 starting in February 2026 to be undertaken at the Michael Chilufya Sata School of Medicine in Ndola in the following degree programmes under parallel (self-sponsorship):

1. Bachelor of Science in Clinical Medicine (4 years)

Admission Criteria

• Applicants with a Diploma in Clinical Medicine with average graduation grade of “B” shall be admitted into second year.

• Registration with the HPCZ and a minimum of 2 years working experience.

• Applicants should have obtained five (5) O Level Credits or better, including

Mathematics, English Language, Biology, Science (Physics and Chemistry) and any

other subject.

2. Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (6 years)

Admission Criteria

• Applicants should have obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Natural

Sciences or Health related field at credit level and shall be admitted into second

year.

• Applicants with ‘A’ Levels in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics from

The Copperbelt University or a recognised University/Institution shall be admitted into second year.

• Applicants should have obtained five (5) O Level Credits or better, including

Mathematics, English Language, Biology, Science (Physics and Chemistry) and any other subject.

3. Bachelor of Dental Surgery (6 years)

Admission Criteria

• Possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in Natural Sciences or Health related field at credit level and shall be admitted into second year

• Possess a Diploma in Dentistry or equivalent from an approved Dental Training Institution and shall be admitted into second year

• Applicants with ‘A’ Levels in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics from The Copperbelt University or a recognised University/Institution shall be admitted into second year. 

• Applicants should have obtained five (5) O Level Credits or better, including Mathematics, English Language, Biology, Science (Physics and Chemistry) and 

any other subject. 

4. Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences (5 years) 

Admission Criteria 

Successful applicants will be admitted at two different levels as follows: Level 1: Second year entry:

• Applicants with an Advanced Certificate or a Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology or an equivalent qualification with Credit or better and have two years’ work experience. 

• Applicants with ‘A’ Level in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics from Copperbelt University or from a recognised University/Institution. 

• Applicants should also have at least 5 ‘O’ Levels including English, Mathematics, Sciences (Physics and Chemistry), Biology and any other subject.

Level 2: Third year entry:

• Applicants with a Diploma in Biomedical Sciences, Medical Laboratory Sciences or an equivalent qualification with Credit or better.

• Candidates should also have at least 5 ‘O’ Levels including English, Mathematics, Sciences (Physics and Chemistry), Biology and any other subject.

5. Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health (5 years)

Admission Criteria

Successful applicants will be admitted at two different levels as follows: Level 1: Second year entry:

• Applicants who have passed first year courses of the School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences of the Copperbelt University or have “A levels” in Biology,Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics from a recognised Institution

• Applicants should have obtained five (5) O Level Credits or better, including Mathematics, English Language, Biology, Science (Physics and Chemistry) and any other subject at Grade 12.

Level 2: Third year entry:

• Applicants with a relevant Diploma such as Public Health or Environmental Health.

• Applicants should have obtained five (5) O Level Credits or better, including Mathematics, English Language, Biology, Science (Physics and Chemistry) and any other subject at Grade 12.

6. Bachelor of Science in Public Health (5 years)

Admission Criteria

Level 1: Second year entry:

• Applicants who have passed first year courses of the School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences of the Copperbelt University or have “A levels” in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics from a recognised University/Institution

• Applicants should have obtained five (5) O Level Credits or better, including Mathematics, English Language, Biology, Science (Physics and Chemistry) and any other subject at Grade 12.

Level 2: Third year entry:

• Diploma graduates from any recognised University or College in the field of Biological science, Medicine, Nursing, Veterinary Medicine/Science and any other related field of study

• Diploma graduates in health-related field of study such as Statistics, Demography, Food Science and Public Health, may apply provided they are graduates from a recognised University or College.

• Applicants must also have obtained a minimum grade of C+ in A level subjects.

• Diploma Medical, Nursing and Veterinary graduates with at least two (2) years of related medical or veterinary experience will have an added advantage.

• Applicants should have obtained five (5) O Level Credits or better, including Mathematics, English Language, Biology, Science (Physics and Chemistry) and any other subject at Grade 12. 

Female applicants and candidates living in rural areas of Zambia are especially encouraged to apply.

Method of Application

Candidates are requested to apply online by logging on to the Copperbelt University Website at www.cbu.ac.zm and clicking the online application link. Applicants are further advised to complete and submit the form online, and thereafter print the ZANACO student Bill Muster form. This is what will be used to make a payment of K200.00 at any Zambia National Commercial Bank Branch (ZANACO).

The closing date for applications is 31st December, 2025

For further information, contact: The Deputy Registrar (Academic Affairs),