UFR Santé et Développement Durable

Dakar - Senegal
Abroad

General Information

The UFR Santé et Développement Durable (Faculty of Health and Sustainable Development) at Université Alioune Diop de Bambey (UADB) is a unique and innovative medical institution in Senegal. Established as part of the university's mission to address community needs, it is known for integrating classical medical training with a strong emphasis on public health, community development, and sustainability.

General Info

  • Established: 2007 (University status in 2011).

  • Location: Bambey, Diourbel Region, Senegal (approx. 120 km east of Dakar).

  • Degree Awarded: Diplôme d’État de Docteur en Médecine (Doctor of Medicine).

  • Duration: 8 Years (inclusive of the L-M-D structure: 3 years for License, followed by Master and Doctorate cycles).

  • Language of Instruction: French.

  • Accreditation: Fully accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation of Senegal and recognized by CAMES.

Campus Facilities

  • Sustainability Focus: This is one of the few medical faculties in West Africa that specifically links healthcare with "Sustainable Development." The curriculum includes modules on environmental health and community-led development.

  • Campus Culture: Known for its slogan, "Excellence is my constancy, ethics my virtue," UADB offers a more intimate, rural-focused campus environment than the crowded universities in Dakar.

  • Architecture: The university buildings are famous for their award-winning, climate-responsive architecture (Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2019), designed to remain cool naturally.

    • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Clinical Sites: Students conduct rotations at major hospitals in the Diourbel region, specifically the Regional Hospital Center of Diourbel (Heinrich Lübke) and the Regional Hospital of Thiès.

  • Community-Led Health: A major part of the training takes place in community health centers (Postes de Santé), where students learn to manage healthcare delivery in rural populations.

  • Multidisciplinary Training: Because the UFR also teaches Community Health, Nutrition, and Environmental Management, medical students often collaborate with other health professionals early in their training.

    • Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    UADB provides specific quotas for international students with transparent fee structures.

    CategoryRegistration/Tuition Fee
    Senegalese/UEMOA Students25,000 – 75,000 FCFA (~$40 – $125)
    International (License/Masters)~750,000 FCFA (~$1,225)
    International (Doctorate Cycle)~1,000,000 FCFA (~$1,650)

    • Note: Registration fees vary by level (License is lower than Doctorate). International candidates selected for the first year of medicine are usually required to pay the pedagogical fees upfront.

    City Details

  • Vibe: A small, quiet town in the groundnut-growing region of Senegal. It offers a very focused environment for study with few distractions.

  • Safety: Extremely high. It is a traditional community where the student population is well-integrated.

  • Connectivity: Located on the RN3 highway. It is easily accessible from Dakar via the toll road or bus (approx. 2 hours).

    • Hostel & Mess

  • On-Campus Housing: The university has two main residential blocks: Le Hameau de la Quiétude and Le Hameau de la Sérénité.

    • Cost: Very affordable (under $20/month), but capacity is limited (approx. 250 beds).

  • Private Rentals: Bambey is a very affordable town. Renting a room or studio nearby costs approx. 30,000 – 60,000 FCFA/month (~$50 – $100).

  • Dining: The university restaurant is state-subsidized; a student meal (lunch or dinner) costs only 150 FCFA (~$0.25).

    • Miscellaneous

  • Academic: High School Baccalaureate (S1 or S2 series) with honors.

  • Entrance Selection: Admission is highly competitive.

    • National Candidates: Selection via the Campusen platform.

    • International Candidates: Selection based on File Review (Academic merit + Motivation).

  • Required Documents:

    • Certified copies of the Baccalauréat certificate and transcripts.

    • Birth certificate and proof of nationality.

    • Medical fitness certificate.

  • Timeline: Registration for international candidates usually takes place between December and February.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

    The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

    The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

    Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.

    While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

    Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

    Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.

    We are committed to transparency. All costs, including consultation charges and university expenses, are detailed in your offer letter. We strongly advise against any form of donation.

    Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.

    Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.

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