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and be a game changer

Thinking about higher education in a health related field? Wanting to We believe that students should have confidence in the quality of
pursue a career in taking care of people? their education and their capacity to make a real difference when
they graduate.
We at the College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences have the
correct balance between classroom learning and clinical CMNHS is the only College that has an Associate
attachments to equip you to be a game changer. We are part of the Dean-Regional’s office which strengthens our bond with the
proud history of training medical professionals from Fiji and the regional countries. The Office not only scopes for training needs
region since 1885. of the Pacific but also assists in the smooth transition of our
regional students from their Island homes to our University
Our combined teaching experience of over 260 years gives us the environment.
cutting edge to offer programmes and trainings which meet the
national and regional needs. At the College, we work closely with our Within the College you will see a strong focus on higher
stakeholders and Ministry of Health in all Pacific Island Countries to education which sees the continuous development of our
develop courses that address key health questions. learning and teaching and research.

Two schools that make up the College’s long standing traditions in the Our annual Pacific Islands Health Research Symposium, which
provision of quality healthcare training are: started in 2011, has been earmarked as the most significant
- Fiji School of Medicine, which has been proudly educating and research forum in the country. It provides a platform for
training students researchers from Fiji, Pacific Island Countries and also other
from Fiji and other Pacific Island Countries for 134 years; and international countries to share their research findings and build
- School of Nursing, formerly known as the Fiji School of Nursing, that further collaborations.
has been
training skilled and compassionate nurses from Fiji and the region This year our undergraduate students presented their findings
for 126 years. and gained particular commendation from renowned
researchers and four of our students are preparing to submit
These prestigious institutions merged in 2010 under the banner of Fiji their work for journal publications. What an achievement!
National University as the College of Medicine, Nursing and Health
Sciences. This highlights the level of support, development and
encouragement we provide our students to be able to make a
Today, CMNHS has five Schools: School of Medical Sciences, School difference in the communities they go on to serve.
of Health Sciences, School of Dentistry and Oral Health, School of
Nursing, and the School of Public Health & Primary Care. For someone who has a life-long interest in health education and
the value of cultural diversity, there must surely be no better
Through the Schools, we offer you the most unique classroom place to be in than the College of Medicine, Nursing & Health
experience and learning opportunities with teachers from diverse Sciences.
academic and cultural backgrounds. Our state of art facilities and
laboratories combined with hands on practicals provide you with an At the College we value:
excellent holistic development that any student could wish for. - Leadership
- Integrity
We offer more than 60 programmes from Certificate to Masters levels - Excellence
and hope to roll out our PhD programmes in the coming years. - Creativity and innovation
- Strategic Relevance
At the College we have a strong desire to create an environment
where students thrive to achieve maximum potential while learning.
We aim to graduate highly proficient, reflective, ethical, It is a privilege to be part of this iconic institution. We warmly
compassionate and adaptable leaders who are dedicated to the welcome you to our family and look forward to you being a game
improvement of health outcomes, particularly, in the people of the changer in your communities.
Pacific.

Applications are to be posted to:
The Academic Office
College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Private Mail Bag
20 Islands Business, November 2019
Suva, Fiji.