UNIVERSITY COLLEGE HOSPITAL (UCH) SCHOOL OF HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT RELEASES ADMISSION FORM FOR 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION

The University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, is officially inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the School of Health Information Management (SHIM) for the 2026/2027 Academic Session. As a premier institution for healthcare excellence, SHIM UCH offers a robust curriculum designed to produce world-class healthcare data professionals capable of managing complex medical information systems.

Aspiring candidates can now apply for either the National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes, provided they meet the rigorous entry requirements stipulated by the board.

GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS (O’LEVEL)

To be eligible for consideration into either the ND or HND programmes, all candidates must possess a minimum of five (5) O’Level credit passes in the following core subjects:

• English Language

• Mathematics

• Biology

• Physics

• Chemistry

PROGRAMME-SPECIFIC DETAILS

The admission process is categorized into two distinct tiers based on the candidate’s current academic standing and career goals.

1. National Diploma (ND) Programme

• Application Commencement: Friday, 1st May, 2026

• UTME Requirement: Candidates must have sat for the 2026 JAMB UTME and attained a minimum score of 150.

• Application Fee: ₦7,000

• Target Audience: Secondary school leavers seeking a foundational career in healthcare data management.

2. Higher National Diploma (HND) Programme

• Application Commencement: Wednesday, 1st April, 2026

• Entry Requirement: A recognized National Diploma (ND) in Health Information Management and a valid Part 1 License from the registration board.

• Application Fee: ₦20,000

• Target Audience: ND graduates looking to advance into specialized leadership and health analytics roles.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Interested and qualified applicants are directed to follow the official digital registration pathway:

1. Portal Access: Visit the official UCH registration portal at https://portal.uch-ibadan.org.ng.

2. Account Creation: Register an account using a valid email address and functional phone number.

3. Payment: Generate the appropriate payment invoice and fulfill the application fee via the integrated payment gateway.

4. Form Completion: Provide accurate bio-data and academic history as required.

5. Submission: Upload necessary credentials and submit the form for processing.

WHY CHOOSE SHIM UCH?

Health Information Management is a critical pillar of modern medicine. By choosing UCH Ibadan, students gain:

• Practical Exposure: Clinical postings within the largest teaching hospital in West Africa.

• Professional Certification: Preparation for licensing by the Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria (HRORBN).

• Technological Proficiency: Mastery of Electronic Health Records (EHR) and healthcare analytics.

CONTACT INFORMATION & ENQUIRIES

For technical assistance with the portal or further enquiries regarding admission quotas, please use the following official channels:

• Email: [email protected]

• Support Lines: * 0803 369 9807

  • 0805 560 6804

  • 0802 346 3050

  • 0815 625 5252

CONCLUSION: SHAPING THE FUTURE OF HEALTH DATA

The University College Hospital remains committed to excellence in healthcare data and information management. Ensure your application is submitted before the designated deadlines to secure your place in this prestigious institution.

Signed: Management School of Health Information Management (SHIM), UCH Ibadan