Master of Medicine in Ophthalmology
Tuition fee: Local TZS 6,470,000 | International $ 6020 | Offered At: KCMC University
Directorate of Postgraduate Studies.
Overview
The Master of Medicine in Ophthalmology is a specialized postgraduate program designed to equip medical doctors with advanced knowledge and clinical skills in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of eye diseases and visual disorders. The program emphasizes hands-on clinical training, surgical competence, and research, preparing graduates to become expert ophthalmologists capable of delivering high-quality eye care and contributing to eye health services, teaching, and research in Tanzania and beyond.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Master of Medicine in Ophthalmology program, graduates will be equipped with advanced knowledge and clinical expertise essential for specialized eye care. In alignment with the general MMed program goals, graduates will be able to:
Implement all legal and ethical requirements regarding the contemporary practice of urology.
Manage all aspects of patient care, including adverse outcomes, as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the principles of health service management and be capable of incorporating these into clinical practice.
Formulate research hypotheses, design experimental studies, and conduct research in a scientific and ethical manner.
Critically evaluate the role of molecular and cellular biology in the aetiology of urological diseases [translational medicine strand].
Appraise the role and potential importance of molecular techniques/approaches in the diagnosis and therapy of urological diseases [translational medicine strand].
Discuss the role of the doctor in the primary and secondary prevention of urological diseases at the population level.
Critically appraise research data and write research reports.
Evaluate the key concepts of global health and examine the major challenges affecting urological health systems and health outcomes globally [population health and health implementation strand].
MMEDOPH
Language: English
Duration: 4 Years
StudyType: Postgraduate
Level: Masters
Mode: Full Time
Intake: October
What you will study
Year One
Semester 1
K8ANA1101 – Anatomy
KMBE 1104 – Bioethics
EBR 110 – Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Research Methodology
BSPAT 1108 – Pathology
BSPHY 1109 – Physiology
Semester 2
ESAT 1 – End of Semester Assessment Test 1
Year Two
Semester 1
- ESAT 2 – End of Semester Assessment Test 2
Semester 2
- ESAT 3 – End of Semester Assessment Test 3
Year Three
Semester 1
- ESAT 4 – End of Semester Assessment Test 4
Semester 2
KMDI 2217 – Dissertation
ESAT 5 – End of Semester Assessment Test 5
Year Four
Semester 1
- ESAT 6 – End of Semester Assessment Test 6
Semester 2
- FUE 4244 – Final University Exam
Admission Requirements:
All courses in the programme are conducted in English. Therefore, proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English is essential for all students.
Applicants with Foreign Qualifications
All applicants holding foreign academic certificates must ensure that their qualifications are validated and equated by the appropriate regulatory bodies in Tanzania before submitting their admission applications. The required validations are as follows:
The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA) – for Certificates of Secondary Education.
The National Council for Technical Education (NACTE) – for NTA Level 6 qualifications.
The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) – for academic degrees.
Academic Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a relevant academic first degree (MD, MBBS, MBChB), UQF Level 8 or equivalent, with a minimum GPA of 2.7 or a B grade average.
Please note: DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) degree holders are not eligible for MMed degree programmes.
Careers:
Graduates of the Master of Medicine in Ophthalmology program at KCMC University are well-prepared to pursue fulfilling careers across a variety of clinical and academic settings. With their strong foundation in both surgical and medical eye care, they can confidently serve as general ophthalmologists in public hospitals, private clinics, and faith-based institutions throughout Tanzania and beyond.
The program also opens doors for sub-specialization in high-demand fields, including vitreo-retina, glaucoma, paediatric ophthalmology, oculoplastics, anterior segment, neuro-ophthalmology, and community eye health. These specialized areas are essential for addressing complex eye conditions and for strengthening comprehensive eye care services in the country.
Furthermore, graduates can take on leadership roles in hospital management, eye care program coordination, and policy development. They are also well-equipped to engage in research and teaching, contributing to the advancement of ophthalmology as lecturers, consultants, and mentors for future generations of eye care professionals.