Azerbaijan Medical University (AMU) is a leading public medical institution located in Baku, Azerbaijan. Founded in 1930 on the basis of Baku State University, it is considered one of the largest and most prestigious higher educational establishments in the country.
Contact and location
- Address: Bakikhanov Street 23, Baku 1022, Azerbaijan.
- Website: amu.edu.az.
- Phone: +994 12 597 43 23.
- Email (General): info@amu.edu.az.
Academic and institutional information
- Recognition and Accreditation: AMU and its medical programs are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and other international medical bodies, including the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME).
- Faculties: The university has five main faculties, including:
- General Medicine
- Medical Prophylactics
- Stomatology (Dentistry)
- Military Medicine
- Pharmaceutical
- Academic Programs: The MBBS program is a 6-year course and is offered in English, Russian, and Azerbaijani. The university follows the Bologna Process and incorporates European standards into its programs.
- Facilities: The university’s facilities include teaching hospitals, libraries, research centers, and laboratories. The affiliated hospitals include the Educational-Dental Clinic, Oncologic Clinic, Educational-Therapeutic Clinic, and the Educational-Surgical Clinic, which provide opportunities for hands-on clinical training.
Admissions and international students
- English-medium education: Many medical programs are taught in English, catering to a large population of international students.
- Eligibility: Admission requirements for international students vary but generally include:
- Completion of 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, achieving a minimum score.
- Passing a university-conducted entrance exam or assessment interview.
- A valid NEET scorecard is mandatory for Indian students.
- A valid passport and other relevant documents.
- Student accommodation: The university provides hostel facilities for international students.