Smolensk State Medical University

About College

• Smolensk State Medical University is a leading university in Russia founded in 1920. The WHO and the National Medical Commission recognize it.  The university offers undergraduate (MBBS) and postgraduate medical, dentistry, pharmacy, and nursing programs. It has 65 departments and 450 faculty members, including 92 doctors and 281 PhDs. 

• The university is located in the Smolensk region, 360 kilometers (220 miles) from the southwest of Moscow. It is led by Chancellor Kozlov, who belongs to the American Society of Microbiology and the European Respiratory Society. Smolensk State Medical University is renowned for excellence in medical research.
• The medium of instruction is Russian, but courses are also offered in English for international students. It has a multicultural environment with students from over 50 countries, including India. It aims to implement modern teaching methods and expand e-learning facilities. 

• The university has well-equipped teaching hospitals, laboratories, and lecture halls with audio-visual aids. It conducts research in fundamental, applied, and methodological areas. The university is ranked 22nd internationally. Around 1000 MBBS seats are offered annually, including 150 for foreigners. Existing facilities can accommodate up to 6000 students for training.

Highlights 

Infrastructure and Facilities

1. Library

• SSMU library has over 600,000 books by Russian and foreign authors.
• The library is connected to the World MedLine System for the latest medical field updates.
• There are three reading halls with a total capacity of 200 seats.
• The library provides access to a wide range of information and resources for students and faculty.

2. Labs 

• The university has various medical laboratories on the campus to support its research initiatives.
• It conducts fundamental, applied, and systematic scientific research in the labs.
• The university has microbiology,  Radio-Isotope Laboratories, virology lab, and Bio-Chemical Laboratories.

3. Hostel 

• SSMU has four hostels with biometric entry for enhanced security.
• flat-type hostels with attached toilets, bathrooms, and kitchens.
• Each room has a balcony with a picturesque view, shower room, toilet, and washbasin room, and is cleaned daily.
• 24/7 CCTV.

4. Food 

• Hostel no. 2 at SSMU has a special Indian mess 
• The mess has a staff of over 20, including 3 Indian cooks, and is open seven days a week.
• Special Indian vegetarian and non-vegetarian food is available.

5. Hospitals 

• The university operates 31 hospitals in Smolensk city and region.
• Out of these 31 hospitals, 8 with approximately 6000 beds are used for student education.
• One of the affiliated hospitals is Smolensk Regional Clinical Hospital, which has modern diagnostics and treatment facilities available.

Scholarship

• The university offers a special scholarship of USD 500 every year during all years of education to all students of India taking admission in 2022/2023 academic year.
• The tuition fee after subtracting the scholarship is USD 5500 per year.
• The scholarship is provided by the financial support of Dr. Alok Aeron, Director of Cosmos Educational Consultants and Foreign Adviser to the Chancellor.

Rankings

FAQs

What are the programs offered at Smolensk State Medical University?

Smolensk State Medical University offers undergraduate and postgraduate medical programs, including General Medicine, Dentistry, Pediatrics, and Pharmacy.

How long does completing a medical degree at Smolensk State Medical University take?

The duration of the medical programs at Smolensk State Medical University varies depending on the program. General Medicine and Dentistry programs are six years long, while the Pediatrics program is five years long, and the Pharmacy program is four years long.

What are the eligibility requirements for admission to Smolensk State Medical University?

To be eligible for Smolensk State Medical University admission, international students must have a high school diploma or equivalent and meet the minimum academic requirements for the chosen program. They must also provide proof of proficiency in the language of instruction.

What are the living expenses like in Smolensk?

The cost of living in Smolensk is relatively affordable compared to other major cities in Russia. In addition to tuition fees, international students must budget for accommodation, food, transportation, and other expenses.

What are the career prospects after graduation from Smolensk State Medical University?

Graduates from Smolensk State Medical University can pursue a career in various fields of medicine. They can work as doctors, dentists, pharmacists, researchers, or educators. Graduates can also take licensing exams in their home countries or other countries to practice