Gauging 2 of the Best that MBBS in Russia has to Offer

1. Everyone is aware of Russia being the hub of quality and affordable higher medical education. Also, it has quite a positive relations with India. Both these factors clubbed with the lack of seats available for medical aspirants in Indian government and private medical colleges, persuades many to go study MBBS in Russia. This post picks 2 of the top medical colleges/universities of Russia and gauges some of the most important aspects of both. The purpose of this post is to give a heads-up to the students regarding the academics, fees, and other services in these institutions. This will not just act as proof of the top-notch quality of educational services in Russia, but will also help students make a more aware choice. Both the universities are among the top and most prestigious medical colleges in Russia, and education has played a primary role in this. Let’s deep dive into what each university has to offer. The Orenburg State Medical University has a variety of subjects to offer, which include the following - 1. General Medicine 2. Pediatrics 3. Dentistry 4. Emergency and Preventive Care 5. Pharmaceuticals 6. Clinical Psychology

2. The Crimea Federal University focuses on quality rather than quantity, which is why one may not find a long list of courses. The limited courses offered, however, ensure top-notch quality. These include - 1. Medicine (including a separate faculty to train medical personnel) 2. Medical rehabilitation 3. Dentistry 4. Physical Culture Both the universities in question are reflective of the sheer affordability offered by Russian universities. Thus, it becomes important to have a good look at the fees offered by each university. In total, students of Orenburg need to pay around a total of INR 28 Lakh for the entire 6-year period. The same for the CFU stands much less at around INR 18 Lakh for the same duration. Both these amounts are inclusive of the tuition fees, accommodation fees, and all the other miscellaneous charges that are levied by both universities. This is all that the students are required to pay, which means that neither the OSMU or donations/capitation fees in addition. the CFU demand any

3. What makes the Orenburg State Medical University unique among its competitor is its focus on the all-around development of the students, through the following services. 1. Offering spiritual, moral, and patriotic education through conferences, meetings, and contests. 2. Organizing creative festivals, activities related to poetry and literature, as well as, tourism (cultural and educational). 3. Offering Labor education 4. Organizing intramural and leisure events like Miss of the OrSMA, Club of the Funny and Inventive, etc. 5. Emphasis on physical cultural and health-improvement activities, as well as, mass sports work. This includes sports holidays, traditional sporting events, etc. The university also carries out propaganda for leading a healthy lifestyle. The focus is on issues like the Reproductive health of young people, the battle against drugs, alcohol, smoking, AIDS, and other addiction, through lectures and talks. Talking about the Crimea Federal University, the curriculum is the least theory focusses. Instead, the university ensures that students learn more things practically, which makes “Research” and “Hands-on training” the main focus here. As part of this, students get to work in renowned medical institutions (during internships and otherwise). In fact, many student-led projects have successfully received mega-grants from the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education. Moreover, students learn medical concepts while also being made aware of the history, culture, values, and lifestyle of this region.

4. The post gives a good enough idea about both the universities in question. The ultimate choice depends on the personal biases and preferences of the students seeking to study MBBS in Russia. Source: Read More