Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University is one of the leading educational institutions in the medical education and research located in Almaty – the biggest city of Kazakhstan. University history began from 1930 with one medical faculty. Now it is a huge University complex with outstanding infrastructure and modern multi-level system of continuous training of medical workers.
For almost 100 years of its rich history, the university trained almost 80 000 doctors of different specialization, high-level professionals who have made a significant contribution to the protection of life and public health.
Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University is a top ranking university: # 1 University in Medical Research publications 2022 by IQAA, #1 University in the National Medical Universities Rating 2018, 2019, # 1 University and Best Medical Educational programs by Independent Rating of IAAR. The university boasts the highest employment rate of its graduates of 96%.
Facts & Figures
- One of the oldest universities in Kazakhstan, founded in 1930
- State university, located in Almaty – the biggest city in the country
- Recognized by NMC, WHO, listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools by WHO
- #1 Medicine Programs rating by IAAR in 2019
- Reputable, high expert level academic staff, “Leader in Reputation” assessment of university academic staff
- 7 faculties offer accredited programs of Bachelor, Master, Doctoral, Internship, Residency levels
- Large university with ~ 10000 students, interns & residents, 1700 international students from 16 countries
- Infrastructure: 7 academic buildings, 7 dormitories, library, conference hall, study halls, Museum of Anatomy, Sports Hall, Test Center, Theater
- Excellent facilities for research & clinical skills training: 4 university clinics, Scientific Research Institute, Clinical & experimental Lab, Diagnostics Lab, Molecular Genetic Lab, 100 clinical sites
- Partnered with 116 universities in 27 countries for students/ staff exchange programs, research & educational projects
Medical Doctor Program
- International Medical Faculty
- Degree: Medical Doctor “General Medicine” ( MBBS equivalent)
- Duration: 5+1 years
- Language of instruction: English
- Tuition fee: $ 4100 / year
- Course start: September
- Faculty: local professors and invited professors from partnered universities
- Student body: international, 1700 students from 17 countries
- Practical training and clinical rotations are held in the university own 4 clinics, and in 100 partnered private and government hospitals in Kazakhstan
Why select KAZNMU
- Top Ranking university
- World-class education and affordable tuition
- Globally recognized MBBS degree
- Dedicated international English-speaking faculty
- Outstanding clinical skills and research facilities
- Opportunity for international exchange programs with partner universities.
- Close to home, direct flights to India from Almaty
- Affordable cost of living
Hostel & Mess
- Comfortable and well-maintained rooms
- Study halls for students, utility rooms with laundromats
- Mess available inside the hostel (veg/ non-veg/ halal
- Special food on festive days
- Secure building and territory
- Separate living for boys and girls
- 24*7 medical care facilities
- Friendly staff available for any support
Admission Requirements
- AGE: 17 y.o. and older
- NEET passing grade ( last 3 years results valid)
- 12th Grade 50% min. aggregate for PCB
- Valid passport ( min. 2 year validity)