Medical Universities in Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan is a central Asian country, a former part of the USSR has only three universities, that offer Medicine Program. Only Azerbaijan Medical University offers a program in English to International Students. Pl find the details of all Medical Universities and their details in below table:
| Medical School Name | City | University Type | Established | Medium of Instruction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azerbaijan Medical University | Baku ( Capital) | Public | 1920 | English Russian and Azerbaijani |
| Nakhchivan State University | Nakhchivan | Public | 1999 | Azerbaijani |
| Odlar Yurdu University | Baku ( Capital) | Public | 1996 | Russian and Azerbaijani |
Azerbaijan Medical University
Azerbaijan Medical University is a more than 90 years old public University in Azerbaijani located in the capital Baku. Azerbaijani is the only university where Indian students look for their MBBS Program, whereas no other university offers MBBS Program in English. Below are the complete details of the University.
| Founded in | 1930 |
| University type | Public |
| Duration | 6 year |
| Medium | English Russian and Azerbaijani |
| Alternative Name | Azerbaijan N. Narimanov Medical University, Baku Medical Institute Azerbaijan State Medical Institute N. Narimanov (1930 - 1991) |
| Official website | amu.edu.az |
| Country Ranking | 8th |
| World Ranking | 7601 |
| Recognized by | WHO, WDOMS, MCI |
Indian Students at Azerbaijan Medical University
Currently, Azerbaijan Medical University has 1,200 international students from 21 different countries. More than 200 Indian students are currently studying at this university for the past 6 years. These nods are very less compared to other MBBS destinations where Indian students go to study MBBS Abroad. Students may explore alternative options with a similar budget like MBBS in Bangladesh, MBBS in Egypt, MBBS in Kazakhstan, etc.
Azerbaijan MBBS Education System
Medical education in Azerbaijan offers 6 Years of MBBS Program which consists of Clinical rotation as an integrated part of the program. Azerbaijan Medical University offers its MBBS Program in all three languages English Russian and Azerbaijani. Students from Asian countries like India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, etc opt for the English taught Program, while in Central Asian countries students like Uzbek, Tadzhik, and Kyrgyz opt for Russian Taught Program. Local native students of Uzbekistan go into the Azerbaijan program. Azerbaijan doesn’t follow the ECTS system like Russia, Georgia, etc. follows.
Admission Requirements in Azerbaijan Medical University
Students seeking admission to Azerbaijan Medical University's MBBS program need to meet the below eligibility
Admission deadline in Azerbaijan Medical University
In order to guarantee your place for MBBS in Azerbaijan programs, especially at Azerbaijan Medical University, you shall have to time your application perfectly. The ideal time to apply is always before 15th July every year in Azerbaijan. The problem is not with the admission letter but mainly with the Invitation letter & Visa process which takes around 2 months to be issued from the Ministry of Education & consulate of AZERBAIJAN. A visa is issued only based on this Invitation letter. As per the University rules, the students must pay full fees to the University before departure.
Departments and faculties in Azerbaijan Medical University
The University consists of 8000 students in 74 academic departments, with a faculty of scientists, physicians, and lecturers. However, there are 4 clinics, educational-dental, educational-therapeutic clinic, oncologic, and educational-surgical functioning within the university.
Tuition fee of Azerbaijan Medical University
In terms of tuition fee Azerbaijan Medical University is very affordable in comparison to other similar destinations. Students can pay their tuition fee in Semester wise also. Below is the fee for Azerbaijan Medical University:
| Year | Year-1 | Year-2 | Year-3 | Year-4 | Year-5 | Year-6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | 480000 | 480,000 | 480000 | 480,000 | 480000 | 480,000 |
| Hostel | 70000 | 70,000 | 70000 | 70,000 | 70000 | 70,000 |
| Living Cost | 50,000 | 50,000 | 50,000 | 50,000 | 50,000 | 50,000 |
| Others* | 10,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 |
| TOTAL | 6,10,000 | 6,10,000 | 6,10,000 | 6,10,000 | 6,10,000 | 6,10,000 |
Hostels in Azerbaijan Medical University
Planning to peruse your graduation from Abroad? The very first thing you need to know is about your stay in the country. The Azerbaijan Medical University provides hostels for all Indian students. University has 6 hostels of which 2 of them are girls’ hostels, 2 for boys, and 2 hostels for Indian students. The service provided in hostels are Beds, Kitchen essentials, Separate Bathrooms etc.
Food and Living in Azerbaijan Medical University
While living in abroad students are consent for the food and living expenses. The country is too cheap for food and living. As compare to Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan is definitely cheaper.Living in Capital Baku you have to pay a maximum of 2- USD for a filling meal. As the country is rich in gas and petrol, the price of transportation is less as compare to another countries travelling. The single ride by metro costs 0.30AZN (18¢). Azerbaijan is the backpacker’s dream.
Medical PG Option after MBBS inAzerbaijan Medical University
Medical PG in India or NExT
During MBBS study, a student realizes the importance of being a specialist. They also understand the competitiveness to secure MD/MS Seat in Govt College. If we look at the success ratio to get PG in Govt Medical College which is 11% Broadly we can say that only 1 out of 10 will get PG Seat whereas the chances of getting Clinical specialty is 1 out of 20 applicants. It is obvious that the PG journey is going to be very difficult or else students should have enough money to get the paid seat in Pvt Medical College which may be in Crores!
| Total Applicants NEET PG 2022 | Specialty | Govt Med College | Pvt Med College | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | Success Ratio | Seats | ||
| 2.06 Lacs | ||||
| MD (Non Clinical) | 15K | 8.6% | 10K | |
| MS ( Clinical) | 8K | 4.6% | 5K | |
| Total | 23K | 11.4% | 15K | |
Do you feel early preparation and the right mentorship will pave your dream of becoming a specialist? NMC already notified the introduction of the NEXT Exam in India from 2023. This exam will replace all Medical PG exams in India. The exam will be conducted in two parts NEXT-1 and NEXT-2.
The Objective of the NEXT-1 is to assess the Student’s Knowledge of Pre, Para, and Clinical Subjects on the National Level. Only post-qualifying of NEXT-1 any Medical student will be eligible for an Internship. Post completion of internship Students needs to go thru NEXT-2 which will assess their Clinical skills, Patient Management, and Keeping of Medical history. Those who will Clear NEXT-2 awarded a license to practice and Rankers of NEXT-1 will get PG seats of their choice. You may refer to Page for detailed information on the NExT Exam
Medical PG in USA (USMLE)
Most of the Students studying in Georgia also plan for doing Medical PG from USA. This is because getting PG Seats in India is very tough.
With the introduction of NEXT, maximum students in India are getting attracted to USMLE prep from 1st year of MBBS since it simulates the new NMC Competency-based curriculum remarkably. US Healthcare system is considered as one of the best health care systems in the world because of numerous reasons like high rewards, excellent infrastructure, merit based assessment, open opportunities for Super specialties. Most of the countries try to replicate US health care assessment system for their Medical Graduates. USMLE exam is divided in 3 Parts. One can appear in USMLE Step 1 after 2nd Year, USMLE Step 2 CK during internship and Step-3 during residency (Medical PG). Unfortunately there is no prometric center in Goergia, But, all neighboring countries are having these centers.
MOKSH Coaching focuses on a patient-centered learning approach which helps students score high on both USMLE & NEXT. MOKSH is the leading name in USMLE Coaching. Currently, 1000+ Students from Indian and Abroad medical colleges are preparing for USMLE steps via the MOKSH Platform.
Medical PG IN UK (PLAB)
Due to the close proximity of Georgia to UK, many of the students plan to do their Medical PG from UK. Till 2024, the Professional & Linguistic Assessments Board Test (PLAB test) is the instrument to assess the skills and knowledge of an International Medical Graduate. It also judges whether they are fit to be trained to practice medicine in the UK.
In short, an IMG's performance in PLAB determines her eligibility to practice in the UK. The PLAB test has two stages. PLAB 1 is an exam that has 180 MCQs that tests your recall. On the other hand, PLAB 2 is a practical OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Exam) that tests your clinical skills.
The GMC ascertains your linguistic skills by assessing your score in specific tests. It may be the IELTS (Band Score 7.0 or higher) or OET (Grade B in reading, writing, listening & speaking).
After you pass PLAB 1 & 2, you apply for the GP registration. There is one constraint. You have a window of 2 years after clearing PLAB 2 during which you may apply no later.
By 2024, the UK Medical Licensing Assessment will replace the PLAB. Consequently, the GMC UK is going to change certain things in PLAB and create the UKMLA exam.
Medical PG in Germany
PG in Germany after MBBS in Georgia is another great option, though it requires you to learn the German language. Of the 6 levels starting from A1 to C2, you need to clear A1 and A2 that would qualify you to apply for visa.
Once the Language formalities are done, you get into the phase where you do Observer-ship from a German hospital approved by the German Medical Council. This is followed by Residency.
This may sound simple here but the process is quite complicated. To know more about PG in Germany,
Your Chance to get an MBBS Seat in India
The most difficult time for any of the students is to wait after NEET till the counseling process to know whether he/she is getting a college of his/her choice or not? Sometimes this dilemma continues for a couple of months due to multiple rounds of counseling. It has become more difficult due to parallel counseling of All India Quota and various States due to COVID-19. The counseling process is very complex where 550+ Govt. and Private colleges offer 83000+ Seats and fee variation is also huge that ranges from less than 1 Lac to 2.5 Cr for the course.
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