Since its inception in 1990, The Ahfad School of Medicine adopted a holistic approach to medicine to promote the concept of health promotion, disease prevention, cure and rehabilitation. It is also concerned with the globally accepted concept of health for all through provision of primary health care for individuals and families where they live and work. The concept and philosophy of the school re
sts on flexible apllication of valid concepts of education using modern trends and effective methods. The curriculum is based on blocks or modules of organs systems and themes. The School also adheres to a student-centered approach. Emphasis on self-learning. This allows students to acquire the capacity and willingness to pursue their own learning after graduation. A continuous system of evaluation of the program and assessment of students is carried out, with emphasis on the results of service and research. External examiners and evaluators are used as needed. At the end of each module or course, there is an examination and at the end of every year, there is an examination before proceeding to the next year. Assessment of students is in each of the following description of courses,modules or blocks.