Siberian State Medical University (SibMed) is a public medical university located in Tomsk, Russia, established in 1878. It is one of Russia’s top-ranked medical institutions and is a popular choice for international students, particularly from India.
Programs for international students
SibMed offers several medical programs in English.
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS): This program lasts six years, including five years of academic study and a one-year clinical internship.
- Other programs: The university also provides courses in fields such as Pediatrics, Dentistry, and Pharmacy.
Global recognition
- The university is recognized by numerous international medical bodies, including the World Health Organization (WHO), the National Medical Commission (NMC) in India, the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) in the U.S., and the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).
- Its degrees are globally accepted, allowing graduates to pursue medical practice in many countries after clearing the necessary licensing exams.
- The university has a track record of producing graduates who successfully pass international licensing exams like the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) in India.
Admission requirements for Indian students
For admission to the English-medium MBBS program, Indian students must meet the following criteria:
- Academics: Must have completed 10+2 with a science background (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) and a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories).
- NEET: Must hold a qualifying score in the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET).
- Age: Must be at least 17 years old by December 31 of the admission year.
Campus and facilities
- Hostels: SibMed offers hostel accommodation for international students, with rooms typically shared by two or three people.
- Amenities: Hostels are equipped with essential amenities such as heating, Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and common kitchens.
- Indian food: Indian mess facilities are available for international students.
- Clinical training: Students gain practical experience at SibMed’s multidisciplinary university hospital and through a modern simulation center.
- Library: The university boasts one of the largest specialized medical libraries in Siberia.
Unique selling points
- Research opportunities: SibMed’s location in Siberia provides unique research opportunities in fields such as Arctic medicine, epidemiology, and rare diseases.
- Early clinical exposure: Students begin hands-on clinical training as early as their third year.
- Affordable cost: The cost of education and living in Tomsk is affordable, making it a cost-effective option for quality medical education.