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Bashkir State Medical University, established in 1932, is one of the leading medical universities in the Russian Federation and the center of medical and pharmaceutical sciences of the Republic of Bashkortostan.
Most rated
The University is included in domestic and international university rating list (e.g. Round University Ranking, UniRank, Ranking Web of Universities and some others).
High quality
The faculty of the university consists of famous scientists and practitioners who are involved in educational, medical and scientific activities. The staff of the university is unique - there are about 268 professors, doctors of sciences and 739 candidates of sciences and associate professors.
Great choice
BSMU is well known throughout the Russian Federation and among the world's best medical institutions for its scientific schools of Surgery, Urology, Neurosurgery, Oncology, Cardiology and Morphology (anatomy).
We are glad to open our doors for new students from all over the world, and welcome opportunities for international cooperation in educational, scientific and innovative work
M.D.
Ph.D.
D.Sc.
full-professor
Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Bashkir State Medical University is not just an educational institution, it is your chance for a successful future in the world of medicine.
BSMU is equipped with modern laboratories, simulation centers, and training facilities that allow students to gain practical skills and study medicine with the help of advanced technologies.
BSMU provides students with the opportunity to participate in international exchange programs, to undergo internships in leading clinics of Russia and the world. The University supports young researchers and provides them with the opportunity to engage in scientific activities.
Modern infrastructure: comfortable classrooms, laboratories, libraries, gyms, dormitories - everything is created for comfortable study and life of students.
The choice of BSMU is a choice of the future, where you can realize your potential, get quality education, and become a demanded specialist in the field of health care.
Scientists of the Bashkir State Medical University successfully represent the Republic of Bashkortostan and the Russian Federation at international events in various areas of biomedical sciences.
There are over 15 000 medical students, including more than 5 200 international students from 64 countries. More than 1 200 residents and PhD students, 7 000 physicians in postgraduate CME courses are training in our University.
Scientists of Bashkir State Medical University successfully represent our Republic and Russia at the international events in different fields of natural sciences. University faculty consists of famous scholars and medical practitioners who are involved in teaching, medical and scientific activities. BSMU possesses material and technical resources, training facilities, and a large library stock. BSMU is famous for its schools of surgeons, oncologists, cardiologists, morphologists all around Russian and world medical institutions.
Thanks to the international summits of SCO and BRICS, which were held in the capital of the Republic of Bashkortostan in 2015, Ufa became a new congress center of Russia.
Today we are at the center of Russian and international medical events. Summits gave impetus to the development of cooperation with China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and strengthening cooperation with leading universities of Germany.
Nowadays our students, physicians and professors are being integrated in international practice, our scientists are conducting joint research on topical problems of medicine.
We are glad to welcome you to Bashkir State Medical University! Our university is the center of medical and pharmaceutical sciences of the Republic of Bashkortostan.
For more than 90 years our institution has been successfully training specialists for health care, scientific and pedagogical work in the sphere of professional medical and pharmaceutical education of the Russian Federation.
Our university is the center of medical and pharmaceutical sciences of the Republic of Bashkortostan and Russia. And we are on the way to be international-level.
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Welcome to BSMU! To help you get used to it faster, we have prepared a special guide.
In it you will find:
With the help of this guide you will quickly get used to it and feel yourself a part of our big family!
Fresher's guideBashkir Medical State University is one of the leading medical universities in Russia with a rich history and high level of education.
Our graduates are highly qualified specialists in demand not only in Russia but also abroad.
BSMU teachers are leading specialists in their fields with rich experience and knowledge.
Everyday we work hard to make our education good quality, conduct up-to-date research and implement best practice in healthcare
Why choose us:
15 000+
students
5 200+
international students
64+
countries
60+
More than 60 international partners
30+
Joint Ph.D. programs
300+
More than 300 students take part in exchange programs annually
BSMU educational programs will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in your career. Our graduates are on the front lines of medicine and science serving individuals and populations in healthcare industry in Russia and globally. We educate and train the next generation of doctors, researchers in healthcare field, and other healthcare professionals.
Our Mission is to improve the health, wealth and wellbeing of the people of our Republic of Bashkortostan, Russian Federation and the world.
We have established ourselves as a world-class place to learn, research and innovate.
Our M.D. Program is built around your educational journey to become the physician you want to be, incorporating systems-based basic science curriculum, simulation-based and practice-oriented learning in both laboratory and clinical setting, mentored personal and professional growth.
We offer different courses:
University has License, issued by ministry of Science And Higher Education of Russia All educational programs have state accreditation as well as accredited by independent agencies.
BSMU is ready to train future specialists in a wide range of specialties, from classical to modern. Such a variety of training directions, supplemented by a high level of education and practical training, makes BSMU graduates in demand as specialists in the dynamically developing medical field.
If you have any questions about admission to BSMU, don't worry, we are always happy to help! Contact us in any way you like, our staff will be happy to answer your questions.
Apply now!Additional education of adults
Tuition, RUB / per year
253 680Duration
10 monthsMedium of instructions
Russian / EnglishSecondary professional vocational education
Tuition, RUB / per year
225 120Duration
1 years 10 monthsMedium of instructions
RussianSecondary professional vocational education
Tuition, RUB / per year
225 120Duration
1 years 10 monthsMedium of instructions
RussianSecondary professional vocational education
Tuition, RUB / per year
225 120Duration
2 years 10 monthsMedium of instructions
RussianSecondary professional vocational education
Tuition, RUB / per year
225 120Duration
1 years 10 monthsMedium of instructions
RussianSecondary professional vocational education
Tuition, RUB / per year
225 120Duration
1 years 10 monthsMedium of instructions
RussianSpecialist
Tuition, RUB / per year
490 080Duration
6 yearsMedium of instructions
Russian / EnglishSpecialist
Tuition, RUB / per year
490 080Duration
6 yearsMedium of instructions
RussianSpecialist
Tuition, RUB / per year
490 080Duration
5 yearsMedium of instructions
Russian / EnglishSpecialist
Tuition, RUB / per year
490 080Duration
6 yearsMedium of instructions
RussianSpecialist
Tuition, RUB / per year
490 080Duration
5 yearsMedium of instructions
Russian / EnglishSpecialist
Tuition, RUB / per year
213 288Duration
6 yearsMedium of instructions
RussianSpecialist
Tuition, RUB / per year
162 000Duration
5.5 yearsMedium of instructions
RussianBachelor degree
Tuition, RUB / per year
276 480Duration
4 yearsMedium of instructions
RussianBachelor degree
Tuition, RUB / per year
276 480Duration
4 yearsMedium of instructions
RussianBachelor degree
Tuition, RUB / per year
276 480Duration
4 yearsMedium of instructions
RussianMaster’s degree
Tuition, RUB / per year
284 880Duration
2 yearsMedium of instructions
RussianMaster’s degree
Tuition, RUB / per year
284 880Duration
2 yearsMedium of instructions
RussianMaster’s degree
Tuition, RUB / per year
284 880Duration
2 yearsMedium of instructions
RussianMaster’s degree
Tuition, RUB / per year
284 880Duration
2 yearsMedium of instructions
RussianResidency
Tuition, RUB / per year
366 000Duration
2 yearsMedium of instructions
RussianPh.D. fellowship
Tuition, RUB / per year
376 200Duration
3 yearsMedium of instructions
RussianBashkir State Medical University is a large scientific center, where basic and applied research, experimental and clinical testing are conducted. Successful results of performed research are actively introduced into educational process and healthcare work.
Scientific and innovative activities of BSMU, financed by state and attracted funds, are supervised by Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation.
Scientific infrastructure of BSMU includes:
Central Scientific Research laboratory;
Cell Culture laboratory;
Biophysics laboratory;
Biochemistry laboratory;
Radiology laboratory;
Laboratory for experimental surgery;
Vivarium;
Scientific research institute of rehabilitation medicine;
Scientific research institute of oncology;
Scientific research institute of new medical technologies.
University build a bridge between theory and practice. Our faculty and students have opportunity to implement their knowledge and skills in University Affilated Hospital and University dental Clinic.
University Affilated Hospital is a unique medical institution, and a teaching, medical and scientific base of Bashkir State Medical University. There are 755 beds, annually over 25000 patients get treatment; more than 15 000 surgeries are performed, and about 4 000 babies are delivered here.
It is equipped with modern CT and MRI, up-to-date digital biplane angiography system with electrophysiology laboratory and intracardiac navigation system and single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT).
BSMU Clinic surgeons perform high-tech surgeries, among which there are placement of intrabronchial valves, surgical reconstruction of trachea, video-assisted thoracic lobectomy, endovascular manipulations, minimally invasive abdominal surgeries, laparoscopic liver and pancreas resections, prostatectomy, stomach and small intestine reconstructive surgeries, pelvic exenterations, brachytherapy, cryoablation of bone metastases.
BSMU Clinic regularly hosts master-classes of prominent Russian and foreign specialists in order to promote transfer of leading medical technologies(more than 50 master-classes annually).
In 2018 the Robotic Surgery Center has been opened in BSMU Clinic.
Robot-assisted surgery is at the forefront of operative medicine. Technical progress, reflected in the improvement of computer technology, digital equipment and robotic instruments allowed us to bring minimally invasive surgery to an entirely new level of visualization and accuracy.
More about robotic surgeryBashkir State Medical University proposes the integral system of educational, social and extracurricular activities, which is supported by the administration, Academic Council, deans, faculty, and structural units of the University.
Specialists of the Department carry out its work in close cooperation with youth public organizations: Student Council, BSMU Students' Trade Union, structural units: Educational and Sport Complex №10, Volunteer Crew, Student Sports Club, etc.
Application process
You will find necessary information regarding the application procedure below.
Please be informed that according to its License the University is bound to provide the medical education in Russian language with assisted use of English during first 3 years.
Russian language is necessary for students from 3rd year to communicate with patients.
For students who wish to study Medicine in English medium, education will be provided in English language for the initial 3 years. From the 4th year most of the lectures will be in English, all the practical classes will be taught in Russian.
Please read information about application carefully.
Apply now!Note!
All documents must be translated to Russian and duly certified (recognized or certified at a consular department of the embassy). Please use your official name (as on passport and on all your application documents).
Step 1 — Initial application
Eligibility criteria:
You have to prepare and send the following documents via e-mail or form below:
Note!
That your passport should be valid for at least 2.5 years
from the date of application.
Note!
That according to the legislation of the Russian Federation the documents issued
in another country can be accepted by the Russian universities only after the
procedure of legalization and recognition. For details click hyperlink.
Step 2 — Receive a student's invitation (takes about 30 days) and apply for visa
You will receive the invitation via email which is provided to us in the application form.
Note!
Receiving an invitation alone is NOT sufficient to enter Russia.
Step 3 — Arrival to russia
You must fill your migration card on arrival to the Russian Federation at the airport, after which you will receive a stamp at the Border Control services desk. This stamp confirms your entry in the Russian Federation.
Note!
You must submit your migration card to the university officials on arrival as it is proof of
your entry in the Russian Federation.
On the day of your arrival or the next day (except for weekends) you have to visit the office of External Affairs and Foreign Students with the following documents:
Importance!
All foreign students must submit the documents for registration to the Dean's Office for
International Students within 3 days after their entry in the Russian Federation. The penalty
for failing to complete the registration in time may vary from paying a fine to deportation from
Russia.
Please, find attached information related to Visa & Registration Rules.
And finally, you have to submit your documents to the Admission Committee.
Step 4 — Medical check-up and vaccination
All applicants will have a medical check-up to assess eligibility for further studies in medical university (cost approx. 4000 RUB). If necessary vaccination is missed, the applicant must do all necessary vaccines. Note! All international students are obliged to have medical insurance (approx. 4500 RUB per year).
Step 5 — Entrance examinations
The entrance examination will be held on a competitive basis for applicants. You will be tested on your knowledge of chemistry and biology.
Step 6 — PAY FEES AND SIGN CONTRACT
After signing the contract you will become a student of BSMU.
If you have any questions about admission to BSMU, don't worry, we are always happy to help! Contact us in any way you like, our staff will be happy to answer your questions.
Apply now!