Performance Expected
- Considering that different components of the examination test different competencies, students are required to pass all components of the examinations independently in order for them to be deemed to have passed.
- The pass mark in each paper is 50%. A Candidate is expected to pass all the Part one examinations to be recommended to proceed to part two examinations of the program.
- In modules that have theory and practical, the candidate should pass both theory and practical using written and practical examinations
- The following grading system will be followed:
| Percentage | Interpretation | Grade | Criteria |
| 75 – 100% | Distinction | A | Outstanding achievement. A comprehensive discussion of the topic presenting all the relevant information, showing in-depth critical understanding of the topic, going beyond conventional answers and brining in additional ideas or materials |
| 65 – 74% | Credit | B | A full discussion of the topic that includes all relevant information and critical evaluation. |
| 50 – 64% | Pass | C | Sufficient Knowledge |
| 45 – 49% | Marginal Fail | D | A few points are included but insufficient understanding shown and often use irrelevant points |
| Below 44 | Clear Fail | E | None of the major points present, many irrelevant points included serious lack of understanding or not submitted. |
Final award of the M Med (Fam. Med) degree
The criteria used for the final award of the M Med (Fam. Med) degree is that of academic performance based on completion of course work and marks scored in the various components of the Assessment.
A candidate may graduate with a special award of the M Med (Fam. Med) degree provided that:-
- They pass Part I examinations at first attempt
- They pass with a minimum of distinction in all sections of the part II examination for which they will be awarded an M Med (Fam. Med) degree with distinction, or
- They pass with a minimum of credit in all sections of the part II examinations for which they will be awarded an M Med (Fam. Med) degree with credit.