KURSK STATE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

RECOGNITION

Kursk State Medical University is fully recognized in Malaysia by the JPA & MMC(under the Medical Act 1971) since August 2001. It is globally recognized by GMC(UK), CPS(Canada), WHO, UNESCO, etc.

MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION
The University conducts its Medical Degree program fully in English. This has attracted students from Africa, Burma, Middle East, Europe, India, Pakistan, Malaysia, Maldives, Sri Lanka, Taiwan and other parts of the world.

CLIMATE

The weather is of four seasons with the average temperature of+20øC in summer and -8øC to -18øC in winter. Students arriving at Kursk in March are advised to bring along a pair of winter clothing and purchase the rest on arrival there.

ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation is provided by the University. Malaysian students are mostly housed in Hostels 4 & 5. Twin sharing and triple sharing rooms are available. Basic amenities are provided. There is a common kitchen at every floor level fitted with electric stoves and heated water supply.

TELE-COMMUNICATION

There are Cyber Cafes within & nearby the Campus. Internet access is also available in the hostel rooms. Each hostel has a public telephone at the lobby. Students are advised to buy hand phones here in Malaysia and the SIM cards at Kursk for cheaper call & SMS.

ENTRY QUALIFICATION

Pre-Medical Course

The duration is nine months and the entry qualification is B4 and above at SPM, 0 Levels or equivalent for Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, and Additional Maths.

Medical Degree (M.D.) Course
The Medical Degree (M.D.) course is for six years and the current entry qualification for this Course is Principle C or CGPA 3.00 and above at STPM, A Levels, Matriculation or equivalent for Maths, Chemistry, Biology or Physics. The minimum entry qualification could be varied at anytime by the Ministry of Education or other relevant authorities, whose approval is essential to pursue Medical Courses overseas.

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION (MOE)
Magaram Enterprise will assist with the MOE approval & obtain the letter of no objection on behalf of students from Sabah & Sarawak.

INTAKES

Pre-Medical & Medical Degree (M.D.)
Intakes for both courses are in March & September and applications close 30th November & 1st July, every year*. Forecast results are accepted to obtain offer letters.

* Subject to extension

FOOD

Food is not much problem for western food lovers. Those who wish to cook their own food, could do so as most of the fresh foods, including "Halal" food, are available at the wet market and the supermarkets nearby. Students are advised to carry along a small rice cooker and some of their favorite spices & ingredients.

EXPENSES

Most students could live comfortably with an average of USD 120 to USD 160 (RM450.00 to RM600.00) per month*. The initial expenses for the purchase of winter clothing, carpet, portable heater, cooking utensils, etc. is estimated to be about RM 3,000.00*. * Subject to personal discretion.

BANKING

Students are advised to open an account with a local bank in Kursk, situated just outside the University, which also has a counter within the campus. Money from any part of the world can be transferred without any restriction. Alternatively students can open an account with local banks at home and carry along any ATM card with "PLUS" or "CIRRUS", - BSN Mastro and Maybank account are preferred. Students are advised to keep about USD300.00 in their bank account for emergency purposes. The current exchange rate for 1USD is 28 Russian Roubles and RM1.00 is 7.50 Russian Roubles.

FEES AND OTHER RELATED COSTS

Application processing fee RM 1,230.00 (once)
Pre - Medical Course fee RM 9,000.00 (once)
Medical Degree fee RM17,214.00(x6yearc)
Hostel fee RM 7,660.00 (x 6 years)
Health Insurance RM 400.00 (x 6 years)
Life Insurance RM 1,500.00 (x 6 years)
Flight Fare RM 3,500.00 (return)
Transportation fee RM 300.00 (return)
MMA registration fee RM 120.00 (once)
Visa & Legal fees RM 350.00 (once)
Service charges RM 7,500.00 (once)

Estimated personal living expense per month is in the region of RM700.00 to RM800.00.

We suggest students should always keep a sum of USD300.00 in their bank account untouched for emergency purposes.

Initial expenses to purchase the necessary items such as winter clothing, carpet, portable heater, cooking utensils etc. is estimated in the region of RM3,000.00. Subject to personal discretion. You are expected to carry cash in USD while traveling.

ATM cards from Maybank or BSN (with PLUS or CIRRUS) can be used to withdraw money from ATM machines in Kursk. Estimated charge of 100 Roubles (RM 12.00) / withdrawal.

For further details please contact

The Sole & Exclusive Recruiting
Representative for Asia Pacific Region

MAGARAM ENTERPRISE

(PP001136291-T)
Suite 9.06, 9th Floor, Menara CSM,
Jalan Semangat, 46100 Petaling Jaya.
Tel:03-79568006

Sabah, F. T. Labuan & Brunei

Consultant

Mr. Kanoo Pillai

mgm Enterprise
A1-2R, Beverly Hills 2, Jalan Bundusan, Penampang, Sabah.
Tel: 088-723426/723451 Fax:088-715688

H/P:013-8744577
Email: mgmasia@msn.com
Web: www.ksmu.com.my