TMost of the brilliant students have to quit their Medical studies because of stiff competition and high fee and donations in India. Why to quit your dream if you have many other options? There are various Universities globally which are accepting the brilliant students. It helps the students to pursue their dream of studying medical and practice in the field of Doctor. Russia is one of the countries that are providing Medical educations for international students. MBBS in Russia is also the best option for the students who want to pursue their MBBS from abroad at affordable price with excellent quality of education. Russia is the independent country of European continent. It is the largest country in terms of land with 17, 125, 200 sq. Km. It is also the ninth largest populated country in the world. 75% of Russian land is In Asian continent and remaining 25% is in European continent. European land is more populated and urbanized in comparison to Asian part. The capital of the country is Moscow, the biggest urban space in world. Let’s try to know about Russia in little deeper!
There are numerous advantages of studying MBBS in Russia. Let’s have a look at them:
1. There is no need to go through a TOEFL (Test of English as a foreign Language) or IELTS (international English Language Testing System).
2. There is no entrance test; entrance is based on the Merit list.
3. Russian Universities does not demand any donation fee.
4. Most of the Russian Medical Universities are financially supported by government of Russia.
5. MCI (Medical Council of India) and WHO (world Health Organization) approved medical universities.
6. No higher age limit for the admission in Russian Medical Universities.
7. Indian food can be founded easily.
8. Students have the choice to continue their PG in Europe.
9. Russian Universities provide accommodation facilities for the International Students. If students don’t want to stay in University’s accommodation, they can rent an apartment.
10. Medium of teaching is English in most of the Universities.
Where there are lots of advantages, there are also few disadvantages. Students may also have to face the following drawbacks while pursuing MBBS in Russia:s
1. Local language in Russia is Russian. Students could find it difficult; actually it is one of the advantages of studying in Russia. According to the research, the people who can speak more than one language are better focused, well at solving critical problems and good at problem solving. Learning international language is linked as a sharp memory and improved power of memory. Moreover, learning new language also opens the opportunity for job seekers.
2. The VISA process of Russia is little bit slower than other countries, the total procedure takes approx. 2 months after the submission of documentation.
3. The weather of the Russia is too harsh, the weather remains cold most of the time, and students might face difficulties.
• Indian food will cost you around Rs 700 INR per day
• Life style accommodation will cost Rs 7,000 to Rs 20,000 per month (may vary according to your lifestyle)
• Cost of fuel per litre – Rs 37 INR
• Utilities will cost around Rs 10,000 INR
• Smart card of metro will cost around Rs 4,000 INR
NOTE: The data may vary according to the lifestyle of different students. The above data is an average study.
Russia is considerably the safest international destination for students who want to pursue MBBS in abroad. Urban communities in Russia are the safest community. But to be in the safer side, we would recommend you to stay in little distance and mind your own business. Always carry a significant student ID, VISA proof, proof ID with you. As Character checks are usual in Russia .