About Transatlantic University of Medicine and Health Sciences
Pioneering a new standard in medical and health sciences education for Africa's future.
Transatlantic University of Medicine and Health Sciences holds a Provisional Licence to Operate as a Private University, granted by the Federal Government of Nigeria on the recommendation of the National Universities Commission. From a purpose-built campus at Umuchukwu in Orumba South, Anambra State, the university trains highly skilled, motivated graduates equipped to drive development and deliver real-world solutions to Africa's most pressing health challenges. Guided by our motto — Character, Service, Innovation — we go beyond degrees to nurture changemakers: visionary minds prepared to lead and heal.
Beyond degrees, we nurture changemakers — visionary minds prepared to lead and heal.
Vision:
To become Africa's leading center of medical and health sciences education — producing world-class professionals who drive innovation, lead with compassion, and advance healthcare across the continent and beyond.
Mission:
Our mission is to educate, empower, and inspire the next generation of healthcare leaders through cutting-edge programs, global partnerships, and a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and community impact. We are dedicated to transforming healthcare in Africa by equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to solve real-world health challenges and improve lives.
Our Core Values
Excellence
We are committed to the highest standards in education, clinical practice, and research. Our pursuit of excellence drives us to continually improve, innovate, and deliver quality outcomes in healthcare and academics.
Innovation
We embrace creativity, technology, and forward-thinking solutions to solve Africa's most pressing health challenges. Through research and modern medical education, we prepare students to lead in a rapidly evolving world.
Compassion
At the heart of healthcare is humanity. We instill empathy, ethical conduct, and a deep sense of social responsibility in all our students — shaping professionals who lead with care and serve with purpose.
Leadership
We cultivate bold, principled leaders who are equipped to influence systems, drive policy change, and improve lives. Our students are empowered to lead not just in medicine, but in shaping Africa's future.
Our Leadership Team
Transatlantic University of Medicine and Health Sciences operates under a Provisional Licence to Operate as a Private University (Serial No. 181), issued by the Federal Government of Nigeria under the Education (National Minimum Standards and Establishment of Institutions) Act, CAP E3, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004. Our medical and health sciences faculties adhere to national and international benchmarks, equipping students with the credentials and competencies required for successful healthcare careers.
Our Campus Facilities
Our campus at Umuchukwu spans over 200 hectares and offers a serene, modern learning environment built around a 17-storey academic complex, a functional teaching hospital, and dedicated student accommodation:
Teaching Hospital
A functional teaching hospital adjacent to the academic complex, complete with consultancy offices, wards, laboratories and theatres — where clinical training happens on site.
University Library
On the second floor of the academic building, with a dedicated reading area and an e-library for digital research access.
Anatomy Laboratory
A second-floor laboratory supporting hands-on study of human structure and dissection.
Clinical Laboratory
Diagnostic laboratory space within the teaching hospital where students train on the analyses that drive real patient care.
Radiology Laboratory
Medical imaging facilities supporting radiography training and diagnostic practice, alongside a dedicated ultrasound laboratory.
Computer Laboratory
Networked workstations supporting computing coursework, data analysis and e-learning across every faculty.
ICT & Student Centre
A dedicated building housing the ICT centre and the Entrepreneurship Development Centre, which runs IT freelance skills training.
Student Accommodation
Separate male and female hostels with study areas, kitchenettes, en-suite facilities and a ground-floor cafeteria.
Auditorium
The university's main gathering space for convocations, lectures and faculty-wide events.
Sports Complex
Facilities supporting student wellbeing, recreation and campus life.
Independent Power and Water
Connected to the National Grid and the Water Board, and backed by solar panels, inverters, a generator and overhead water storage.