The Federal School of Biomedical Engineering (FSBE) housed within the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) is now open for applications for its National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes in Biomedical Engineering for the academic year 2024/2025. This initiative, instituted by the Federal Ministry of Health in 2003, targets the pressing need for well-trained Biomedical Technicians crucial for a modern healthcare system reliant on high-technology equipment. With fully accredited ND and interim accredited HND programmes, FSBE aims to nurture adept Biomedical Engineering Technicians and Technologists poised to make significant contributions across healthcare, pharmaceutical industries, medical equipment manufacturing, and beyond.
Key Details:
- Institution: FSBE at LUTH
- Academic Session: 2024/2025
- Programmes: ND and HND in Biomedical Engineering
- Eligibility ND: SSC, GCE, NECO/WAEC, UTME, Post UTME
- Eligibility HND: ND, Work Experience, UTME, Post UTME
- Experience Required: 1 year for HND applicants
- Application Fee: N10,000
- Deadline: Not Specified
Eligibility Criteria for ND and HND Programmes:
Applicants for both ND and HND programmes must meet stringent requirements ensuring the selection of highly capable candidates in this pivotal field.
National Diploma (ND) Admission Requirements:
- Educational Qualifications: Possession of SSCE, GCE, NECO/WAEC certificates, or equivalents with a minimum of five (5) credits, including Mathematics, English Language, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology.
- Advantageous Qualifications: Credits or passes in subjects like Woodwork, Metalwork, Auto-mechanics, Basic Electronics, Basic Electricity, and Technical Drawing are considered advantageous.
- Examination Requirements: Undertake the UTME and achieve acceptable scores in English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology as prescribed in the JAMB brochure.
- Screening: Mandatory participation in the Post UTME examination and screening.
Higher National Diploma (HND) Admission Requirements:
- Foundation Qualifications: Same as ND requirements, with the addition of a National Diploma in Biomedical Engineering from an NBTE-accredited institution.
- Work Experience: Minimum of one year of cognate work experience or an industrial attachment, reinforcing practical knowledge.
Application Process:
Keen on joining this esteemed institution? Follow these steps:
- Visit LUTH’s Admission Portal and select the Biomedical Engineering school.
- Fill the Account Creation Form with accurate details.
- Make the N10,000 application fee payment via the Remita platform, offering various payment methods.
- Complete the application form for your desired programme.
- Print the completed online application bio-data sent to your email, essential for the entrance examination.
Deadline and Additional Information:
The application deadline remains unspecified, emphasizing the importance of early application to secure a spot in these competitive programmes.
By opting for FSBE at LUTH, you are assuming a role bridging technology and patient care, ensuring seamless functioning of medical equipment to save lives. This goes beyond education; it’s preparation for a pivotal role in shaping tomorrow’s healthcare innovations. Apply today and become a part of healthcare’s future.
