The Fergana Medical Institute of Public Health (FMIPH) is a government medical institute located in Fergana, Uzbekistan. Formerly a branch of the Tashkent Medical Academy, it was established as an independent institute in 1998. The university is a popular choice for international students, particularly from India, seeking an affordable medical education.
Academic programs
FMIPH offers a 6-year English-medium MBBS (General Medicine) program that includes 5 years of academic study and a 1-year internship. The curriculum is taught by experienced faculty and aligns with the guidelines set by international bodies, including India’s National Medical Commission (NMC), allowing Indian graduates to appear for the FMGE/NExT exam. Other programs offered include:
- Higher Nursing
- Preventive Medicine
- Traditional Medicine
- Biomedical Engineering
Admission requirements
For international students, particularly from India, the standard eligibility criteria for the MBBS program are:
- Education: Minimum 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in the 12th grade (40% for reserved categories).
- NEET: A valid NEET score is mandatory.
- Age: Applicants must be at least 17 years old by December 31st of the admission year.
- Documents: Required documents include 10th and 12th mark sheets, a valid passport, a NEET scorecard, and passport-size photographs.
Campus and facilities
The university provides modern facilities for its students, which include:
- Hostel facilities: Both boys and girls can live in secure, separate hostels equipped with modern amenities and Indian mess facilities.
- Practical training: Students receive hands-on experience in affiliated hospitals in Fergana from their third year onwards.
- Advanced laboratories: The institute has well-equipped anatomy, pathology, microbiology, and 3D simulation labs.
- Digital library: Provides access to e-learning resources, including medical books by Indian authors.
Location and contact
- Location: The campus is centrally located in Fergana, Uzbekistan.
- Address: 2A Yangi Turon Street, Fergana 150100, Uzbekistan.
- Official Website: For the most current information, visit fmiph.uz.