The full name of the university is Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of higher Education/ IM Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation.
Officially the short name of the university is Sechenov University.
It is one of the comparatively old Private medical universities of Russia. With respect to the field of medicine and healthcare, the institute provides training (covering full range of specialties).
Currently the university has 7 faculties, 144 departments, 5 research institutes, 22 multi-field hospitals and 25 educational clinical centers. For internships/clerkships in international clinics, the university has established friendships with many foreign universities and organizations.
Molecular Medicine, Personalized Medicine, Regenerative Medicine, Pharmacy and translational medicine are the main areas of research.
More Information About The University
It is well known as a model of medical education associated with an effective and professional continuity in healthcare. The university offers a platform for the students who are done with their 10th and 11th grade and are looking to merge their studies with the profession-oriented classes.
The students also have access to the “step into medicine” program which uses Plastic bodies and simulated circumstances to give practice to the students. The main priority of the university is to provide first and immediate help in the form of first aid emergency exercises.
Sechenov University implements higher education programs for all of its existing levels (ranging from undergraduate, specialist, master programs to clinical residency programs and CME).
The university provides up-to-date training facilities which include teaching hospitals and pharmaceutical labs. Also, 90% of its lecturers hold skilled professional postgraduate degrees.
The MCI RATIO IS ONLY 11.8%.
About The City Of Moscow
Moscow is the capital of Russian Federation. The city area is about 30 km in diameter and the population reaches almost 10 million people.
Nowadays, Moscow is the most important political and financial center of Russia and is home to the government and the parliament.
It is one of the richest cities in Russia holding the third biggest budget in the world. It's where all Russia's tensions and inequalities come to an end, producing a unique feeling.
The climate of the city is quite continental with hot summers and cold winters. The hottest months are July and August where temperature varies from +30 to -30 Celsius.
The last warm days of the year usually occurs in the end of the month. The autumn season starts from October where temperature can reach even zero by the end of the month.
Admission Process & Course Details
The Duration of MBBS is 6 Years.
Documents Needed
- Identity – Confirmation of citizenship & its notarized translation
- Original Educational Certificate & its notarized translation
- 6 photos 3X4 cm
- Original copy of Medical Certificate from Russia
Preparatory Program
All Foreign Students need to go through the Preparatory Program that starts October 1 and ends June 30. After this, the student sits for a Final Exam in Russian Language, Chemistry & Biology and gets ‘Certificate of Completion of Preparatory Department for International Students.’
Entrance Exam
All Foreign Students must keep in mind that they will have to appear in an Entrance Exam based on Chemistry and Russian language.
Comparison With Other Russian Universities
| CHOOSE YOUR UNIVERSITY | Govt./Private | FULL PACKAGE | ELIGIBILITY | Entrance | LANGUAGE OF STUDY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimea Medical University | Govt. | 1508000 | 70% | No | English |
| Pirogov Russia National Medical University | Govt. | 3873000 | 50% | No | English |
| Smolensk State Medical University | Govt. | 2145000 | 55% | No | Bilingual |
| IP Pavlov Ryazan Medical University | Govt. | 2073000 | 65% | No | English |
| Dagestan state Medical University | Govt. | 1829000 | 50% | No | English |
| Rostov state Medical University | Govt. | 1663000 | 50% | No | English |
| I M Sechonov First Moscow Medical University | Private | 2280000 | NA | Yes | Bilingual |
PG Option after MBBS in I M SECHONOV FIRST MOSCOW MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
NEET PG or NEXT
success ratio to get Clinical PG Seat in Govt Medical College which is 9% only, broadly we can say that only 1 out of 10 will get Govt Seat, even after paying 1.5-2 Cr in Pvt Medical college your chances are just 1 out of 6.
NEXT Exam is applicable from 2024 batch onward, replacing NEET-PG and FMGE. NEXT aims to assess knowledge in Pre, Para, and Clinical subjects nationally.
| Step | Eligibility | Result | Opportunity |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEXT-1 | After 4th Year | Pass | Entry to Internship |
| Merit | PG seat is Secured | ||
| NEXT-2 | After Internship | Pass | License to Practice |
Medical PG in USA (USMLE)
USMLE is a 3 step Exam. One can appear in USMLE Step 1 after 2nd Year, USMLE Step 2 CK during an internship, and Step-3 during your residency (Medical PG). The USMLE is an online exam and can be taken at the PROMETRIC centres present across India any time.
USMLE Exam passing ratio is 60% which is 6 time the NEET-PG Exam. NEXT Exam designed on USMLE pattern, refer the table below
| Criteria | USMLE | NExT |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | PG & Practice in US | PG & Practice in India |
| Phases | 3 Steps | 2 Steps |
| Eligibility | From 2nd Yr onward | After 4th Yr |
| Qus Format | Clinical Application / Patient Centered | Clinical Application / Patient Centered |
| Attempt | 4 Attempt | Practically 4 Years to attempt |
| Validity | 7 Years | 3 Years |
| Practice | All countries Incl India | Only in India |
Medical PG IN UK (MRCP)
There are Two ways to Start your Medical Career in UK either by MRCP/MRCS. You can complete all steps in India , your refer the table below
| Criteria | PLAB | MRCP/MRCS |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Internship in UK hospitals | PG & Practice in UK |
| Phases | 2 Steps | 3 Steps |
| Eligibility | After Graduation | 2 Yr Work Exp required |
| Qus Format | MCQ , Clinical Qus | MCQ , Clinical Qus |
| Salary | Low | High |
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