Russian Medical Universities : KURSK STATE

Russia is another popular destinations for Malaysians to pursue their medical degree programs.

In 2001, the Malaysian Government recognized the Diplomas offered by five Russian Higher Medical Educational Institutions in the cities of Moscow, Nizny Novgorod, Volgograd and Kursk, namely:
• Moscow Medical Academy (MMA)
• Russian State Medical University (RSMU)
• Kursk State Medical University (KSMU)
• Volgorad State Medical University (VSMU)
• Nizhny Novgorod State Medical Academy (NNMA)

Currently more than 2000 Malaysians pursue their medical studies in Russian Universities. One third of them are sponsored by Malaysian government.

Russia possesses highly-developed teaching and scientific research infrastructure, which offers Russian and foreign students a wide range of programmes of higher professional education, as well as fundamental and applied research courses.

Kursk State Medical University www.ksmu.com.my http://www.ksmu.kursknet.ru/

The Kursk State Medical University, Russia (KSMU) is a prestigious medical University in Russia amongst 47 other Russian Medical Universities.

A fully English Medium University with Russian taught only as 2nd language. More then 700 Malaysians students currently.

Kursk State Medical University is Ranked Top Ten Russian medical schools. The first university in Russia to commence Medical undergraduate programmes in English, KSMU is currently the leader in Medical Studies in the English medium.

KURSK STATE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, situated in the heart of KURSK CITY, about 450km down south of Moscow. Kursk is a large industrial town and also a cultural and scientific centre. Founded in February 1935, KSMU has rich experience in training Physicians.

Kursk State Medical University (KSMU) won the 'Best Medical University in Russia' award in 2004.

Known for its research excellence, high quality of teaching and health care standards.

KSMU is one of the largest Russian universities.

Being the pioneer in Russia to provide English academic programs. It is still one of the leading and most preferred institutions for undergraduate medical studies among international students.

KSMU emphasizes on innovation and research work and makes a significant investment to offer world-class infrastructure and facilities to its staff, scholars and students. It has as many as eleven faculties and seventy departments that have earned national and international ratings of 'excellent' levels.

The University is registered at The Ministry of Public Health of Russian Federation and the Russian government sponsors it.

More than 25,000 specialists, engineers, physicians and pharmacists have graduated from the University and are working in Russia as well as overseas in countries like, India, Malaysia, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Lebanon, Morocco, Europe and the US.

KSMU is one of the top ten Russian universities and its degrees are highly recognized for their academic excellence.

The professionals who graduate from KSMU are high in demand amongst the prominent multinational companies because of the skills and accomplishments they have acquired during their studies. With a solid academic base, the University also offers practical career support and advice to its graduates.

Faculty Members

The teaching staff of the University includes 89 D.Sc., 327 Ph.D., 1 corresponding member of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences, 2 honoured scientists of the Russian Federation, 7 honoured physicians of the Russian Federation, 38 persons with an excellent degree in practical medicine, 40 members of national and international academies. All teachers of KSMU are members of national and international professional societies. The achievements in research work find reflection in a great number of publications (5517 for the last 5 years) in professional journals (2264 for the period of time), publishing monographs (94 for the last 10 years), participation in international congresses and symposia (8 for the last 3 years), international exhibitions (3 gold medals, 4 silver and 1 bronze medals, 1 diploma for the last 3 years).

Requirements
The KSMU accepts students having full secondary or higher education.

The minimum entry qualification for Malaysian who wish to study medicine overseas, as set by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education, are as follows:

Pre-Medical Course.
The minimum entry qualification is a grading of 'B4' in 5 subjects namely Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Additional Mathematics at SPM, "O" level or equivalent. The duration of the course is 10 months.
Medical Degree (MD) Course.
The minimum entry qualification for this course is Principal "B" or a CGPA of 3 in Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics at STPM, "A" level or equivalent level. The duration of the course is six years.

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.

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.

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(x 6 years)
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.