Objects of the University

The University shall have the following objects, namely: (1) to provide for instruction and training in such branches of learning as it may determine in the field of medical science; (2) to provide for research and for the advancement and dissemination of knowledge in the field of medical science; (3) to institute degrees, diplomas and other academic distinctions; (4) to institute lecturerships, readerships, professorships and other teaching posts required by the University and to appoint persons to such lecturerships, readerships, professorships and other teaching posts; (5) to institute and award fellowships, scholarships, studentships, bursaries, exhibitions, medals and prizes in accordance with the statutes; (6) to institute research posts and to appoint persons to such posts; (7) to organise advanced studies and research programmes from time to time; (8) to organise continuing medical education programmes; (9) to develop research; (10) to encourage co-operation among the colleges, University laboratories, hospitals and institutions in the University area and to co-ordinate with other Universities and other authorities in such manner and for such purposes as the University may determine.