MBBS in Russia

MBBS in Russia

Studying MBBS in Russia gaining popularity among Indian students. Doing MBBS in Russia is a boon for Indian medical students. Russia is the 8th top study destination where students around the globe come to study MBBS in Russia. Russian medical colleges are excellent educational institutions and offer MBBS course through excellent teaching methodologies.

MBBS in Russia signifies to be one of the best options for pursuing MBBS in Abroad. The level of medical study in Russia is well developed and advanced. According to WHO, about 30 positions are occupied by Russian Medical Universities amongst the top 100 rankings of medical universities.

Russian MBBS colleges have a high infrastructure, exceptional faculty, and offers a good quality of education for MBBS aspirants. Russia is an affordable destination for Indian students as all Russian medical colleges are recognized by international bodies like WHO, UNESCO, and Medical Council of India.

The degree awarded to students after completion of MBBS in Russia is M.D (Physician), which is equivalent to MBBS in India. Russian medical universities become an educational hub for foreign students to study MBBS. Indian students passing MBBS from Russia are eligible for the MCI screening test in India. Thousands of doctors who studied MBBS from Russia are already practicing in India.

Why MBBS Study in Russia

Medical Study in Russia is very easy for a normal student because any student from all over the globe can take direct MBBS Admission without any entrance exam. MBBS fee in Russia is very low because the Russian Government provides subsidy for education. Average MBBS fee in Russia is between 2.5 Lacs to 5 Lacs per year. All Russian Medical Universities are listed in WHO and MCI so a student who gets an MBBS degree from Russia can practice anywhere in the world including India. Students from all over the globe go to Russia for MBBS Study and all medical universities provide quality medical education and practical knowledge. Students get fully furnished hostel facility inside the university campus with fresh and quality food. MBBS Students can get scholarship also if they fulfill the scholarship criteria. All MBBS students in Russia get Medical Insurance for all courses and get full medical treatment when they need. Students get training for MCI screening test during the medical course and professors are well aware about the MCI screening test. Medical courses are taught in English and Russian languages, MBBS students also get training to learn Russian Language because by learning Russian language a student can communicate with patients in the hospital during the time of medical practice.

Top Universities for MBBS Study in Russia

• Tver State Medical University
•  I. M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University
•  Nizhny Novgorod State Medical University
• Orenburg State Medical University
• Bashkir State Medical University
• Kuban State Medical University
•  Smolensk State Medical University
•  Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia
• Kursk state medical University
• Kazan state medical university
• Ryazan State Medical University
• Crimea Federal University
• Northern State Medical University
• Pavlov First Saint Petersburg State Medical University
• Volgograd State Medical University
• Perm State Medical University
• OMSK State Medical University
• Syktyvkar State University
• Mari State University
• Altai State Medical University
• Dagestan State Medical University
• Siberian State Medical University
• Far Eastern Federal University
• Lomonosov Moscow State University
• Kazan Federal University
• Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University (RNRMU)
• South Ural State University (School of Medicine)
• Saratov State Medical University

Duration for MBBS in Russia:

In Russia, a English tought MBBS course lasts for 5 years and 8 months.
For those who choose to study MBBS in Russian language have to spend an additional year into a language preparatory course before entering the regular MBBS course. Indian students can get direct admission in English medium MBBS course in Russia.

Teaching language for MBBS in Russia

For the past 20 years, the Russian medical universities started medical studies (MBBS) in Enlish language. Basically, there are two types of MBBS course in Russia for international students – English tought MBBS course and Bilingual MBBS Course ( 3 years English and 3 years Russia medium). Students who opt for MBBS in English ,the elementary Russian language is also taught, so that they can interact with local patients during their practical training.

Students do not need a TOEFL or IELTS if they hold a School/College certificate with English as language of instruction.

Important Tips before packing your bags for your dream destination- RUSSIA!

One of the most important things to keep in mind while packing for your international studies is to remember that the new country is going to be your constant surrounding for the next few years, at least till you complete your course. Thus, reading up on the country, its lifestyle and culture are always advisable so that you are prepared beforehand and know what to expect when you actually land there.

Now coming to your packing schedule before your final departure, it is recommended to start well in time so that you have ample opportunities at hand to plan and organize for any missing items that you may require.’ While traveling abroad, students are allowed a luggage capacity of 46kg(23X2 kgs) check-in baggage plus 10kg of cabin luggage. This makes it easier for them to plan their first trip to the destination country with all the requirements at hand.

For easy handling of crucial items, it is advised that students carry a dedicated folder with the following documents –

• Original Passport with visa
• Original documents of qualification including certificates of Class 11th and 12th PLUS their apostilled copies
• Additional 3-4 photocopies of all qualification documents for safekeeping
• 30-40 colored passport size photographs
• Medical report with HIV report
• Other medical certificates – authorized by concerned personnel
• Admission letter from the University
• Currency converted into the locally accepted currency – Ruble or Dollars