Siberian State Medical University, Tomsk
Siberian State Medical University (SibMed) is one of Russia's established medical universities with strong academic traditions, modern clinical infrastructure, and an expanding international academic profile. The university provides international students with opportunities to study medicine within the Russian medical education system while gaining practical experience through clinical training and research activities.
The General Medicine program at SibMed follows the traditional Russian Specialist Degree format, which prepares students for:
β’ Medical practice as primary care physicians
β’ Further specialization through residency training
Students benefit from a learning environment that combines:
β’ Theoretical medical education
β’ Practical clinical experience
β’ Research opportunities
β Clinical infrastructure, simulation facilities, and cooperation with regional healthcare institutions allow students to develop professional competencies required in modern medical practice.
Developing a truly international academic environment is one of the strategic priorities of Siberian State Medical University.
β’ Every year, teaching staff are offered professional development courses in English
β’ These programs support the internationalization of education and research
β’ First English-taught medical degree in General Medicine launched in 2015
β’ Today, SibMed welcomes international students from 39 countries
SibMed provides extensive language support for scientists, including:
β’ Academic Writing courses
β’ Individual consultations for authors
β Helps researchers publish scientific articles in international journals
β Number of English publications by SibMed researchers has increased significantly over the past five years
β’ University journal: "Bulletin of Siberian Medicine"
β’ Indexed in the Scopus database
β’ Reflects the university's growing international research visibility
SibMed research teams are actively involved in international scientific collaboration and continuously seek partnerships with foreign research institutions to expand professional networks and research activities.
Together with Tomsk State University, SibMed received an Erasmus+ grant for the project:
β "Bridging Innovations, Health and Societies: Educational Capacity Building in the Eastern European Neighbouring Areas (BIHSENA)"
Focused on strengthening educational capacity and promoting cooperation between universities in Eastern Europe and neighboring regions.
SibMed initiated an epidemiological study on the prevalence of Opisthorchis felineus invasion in the Tomsk Region.
β Conducted in collaboration with the Swiss Institute of Tropical Medicine and Public Health (Switzerland)
A post-genomic study of the invasion of Opisthorchis felineus was launched.
β Conducted together with the Medical Center of Leiden University (Netherlands)
SibMed received funding from the Erasmus program and the European Union for the project:
β "Improving Healthcare Outcomes in Chronic Diseases β Enhancing the Curriculum at Masters Level (IHOD)"
Aimed to improve medical education related to chronic diseases and healthcare outcomes.
SibMed received an Erasmus+ Key Action-1 grant supporting a joint academic mobility program between:
β Siberian State Medical University
β Medical University of Plovdiv (Bulgaria)
SibMed initiated a research project titled:
β "The Degree of Influence of Influenza on the Network of Social Interactions of the Population"
In collaboration with:
β’ Complex Multilayer Networks Lab, Bruno Kessler Foundation (FBK), Italy
β’ Computational and Digital Epidemiology Research Group, Institute for Scientific Exchange Foundation, Italy
SibMed received an Erasmus+ Key Action-1 grant to support academic mobility programs for faculty and scientists in cooperation with:
β Leiden University (Netherlands)
Medical education systems differ from country to country because national healthcare systems establish their own standards for training medical professionals. In Russia, the structure of medical education is designed to prepare students for clinical medical practice while maintaining strict professional standards regulated by national healthcare authorities.
Russian applicants:
β Must graduate from high school
β Pass state entrance examinations
International applicants:
β Must have completed secondary education
β Pass university-specific entrance examinations conducted by the university
Specialist programs are the main pathway for becoming a physician in Russia.
5-year programs include:
β’ Dentistry
β’ Pharmacy
β’ Psychology
6-year programs include:
β’ General Medicine
β’ Pediatrics
After completing 6-year General Medicine, graduates may:
β Work as primary care physicians, OR
β Continue in Residency programs (usually 2 years) for specialization
β Must complete Primary Accreditation before entering professional practice
Bachelor degree programs in the medical field include:
β’ Nursing Care
β’ Social Work
β After completion, graduates must pass Primary Accreditation (mandatory state certification exam)
Graduates may work as:
β Nurse
β Medical assistant
β Paramedic
Students interested in scientific research may continue through postgraduate programs.
Many Russian medical universities offer interdisciplinary specialist programs related to biomedical sciences, including:
β’ Medical physics
β’ Biochemistry
β’ Pharmacology
β’ Genetics
β At SibMed, the Department of Biomedicine specializes in these fields and trains highly qualified scientific personnel.
β’ The oldest department at Siberian State Medical University
β’ Long history with strong scientific and academic traditions
β’ Today, the largest department in the university by number of graduates per year
β’ More than 400 employees in the teaching staff
β’ Highly qualified with advanced academic degrees:
β Candidate of Science
β Doctor of Science
β’ Many faculty members combine academic teaching with clinical practice in:
β University Hospital
β Medical institutions throughout the Tomsk Region
β’ Several professors are academicians affiliated with:
β The Russian Academy of Sciences
β Other scientific research institutes
β’ Students receive practical clinical training at the University Hospital, which provides healthcare services to residents of the Tomsk Region
β’ Hospital regularly provides emergency medical care services several times each week
β Allows students to observe and participate in real emergency medical cases
Students also train in the University Simulation Center, where they practice medical procedures using:
β’ Modern medical equipment
β’ Wet mounts
β’ Medical mannequins
β’ Simulation phantoms
β Allows students to develop clinical skills in a controlled learning environment
β’ General Medicine (Russian track)
β’ General Medicine (English track)
β’ Dentistry
β’ Field of study: General Medicine
β’ Degree level: Specialist degree
β’ Mode of study: Full-time
β’ Duration: 6 years
β’ Language of instruction: English
β Graduates may pursue medical practice or continue specialization through residency training
β’ Tuition fee (2022β2023 academic year): 322,400 RUB per year
International applicants who wish to study at Siberian State Medical University must follow a structured admission procedure.
Applicants must download and complete:
β’ Application form
β’ Consent for personal data processing
Submit together with color scans of:
β Passport
β Educational documents
π§ Send to: international.ssmu@gmail.com
β’ If name has changed β attach scanned copies of name change documents
β’ University may conduct an online interview via Skype
β’ Applicants must obtain a short-term Russian visa before arriving in Russia
β’ Visa requirements are determined by the Russian Consulate
Upon arrival, applicants must pass entrance examinations in:
β’ Biology
β’ Chemistry
β’ English
β Applicants with an international English language certificate may be exempted from the English exam
β’ After passing entrance examinations, applicant is officially enrolled
β’ Following enrollment, the student's visa is converted into an academic student visa
Recognition is the process whereby a competent authority formally recognizes the value of a qualification obtained in a foreign country. For international applicants, recognition may be required to confirm that their previous educational qualification is equivalent to the corresponding level of education in the Russian Federation.
β’ Application form
β’ Original foreign education document + academic transcript
β’ Certified Russian translation of education document and transcript (notarized)
β’ Copy of identity document of the holder
β’ Certified Russian translation of the identity document (notarized)
β’ Recognition certificate: 6,500 RUB
β’ Duplicate certificate: 300 RUB
β Fee is paid directly to the authorized organization after receiving the invoice
β’ Applicants must provide confirmation (tracking number) showing documents have been submitted to GlavExpertCentre
β’ Process typically takes no longer than 45 days
β Applicants should ensure the recognition process is completed within the required time frame so that it does not delay the admission procedure
Foreign nationals who wish to enter the Russian Federation must obtain a valid visa issued by the Consular Division of the Russian Embassy in their country. Students planning to study at Siberian State Medical University must obtain a Student Visa.
β’ Completed visa application form (filled online, printed, and signed)
β’ Valid national passport with at least two blank visa pages
β Must remain valid for at least 6 months after visa expiration date
β’ One passport-sized photograph (3Γ4 cm, white background, matte paper)
β May be black-and-white or color
β Applicant's name in capital letters on the back
β Neatly cut and glued on the application form
β’ Official letter of invitation issued by Russian Federal Migration Service or MFA regional office
β Copies of invitation letters are not accepted
β Original invitation provided by SibMed upon request
β’ Current educational certificate or diploma certified by relevant state/federal authorities
β’ Confirmation of payment arrangements from the university
β’ Money order or certified bank check issued to the Russian Consulate
β’ Official hospital certificate confirming negative HIV (AIDS) test (taken within last 3 months)
β Contact telephone numbers (office and personal) must be clearly provided in the application form
β’ Single-entry visa allows one visit to Russia within specified dates
β’ Student visas can be extended within Russia after enrollment
Submission Options:
β Personally, OR
β By post (must include self-addressed prepaid return envelope β without it, application will not be processed)
β’ Passport must remain valid for at least one and a half years when applying
At the border checkpoint, present:
β Official invitation from Russian host organization
β Evidence confirming ability to support themselves during stay
β’ If documents are incomplete or incorrect, the application will be returned without processing
The International Education Department of Siberian State Medical University is responsible for organizing and managing the university's international academic activities, coordinating international student recruitment, supporting foreign students, and facilitating international cooperation.
Address:
β 2 Moskovsky Trakt, Building 7A
β 2nd Floor, Room 207
Email addresses:
β’ otd.internat@ssmu.ru
β’ international@ssmu.ru
β’ galitskaya.va@ssmu.ru
β’ Developing cooperation with international educational organizations and recruitment agencies
β’ Participating in international educational exhibitions, fairs, conferences, and roundtables
β’ Advising international applicants on admission, arrival, academic training, and student life
β’ Assisting departments in organizing English-medium educational activities
β’ Coordinating admission, training, and stay of international students
β’ Providing support to international students on social and everyday matters
β’ Monitoring compliance with migration regulations for foreign students
β’ Organizing extracurricular activities for integration into student life in Tomsk
β’ Working with federal migration authorities for visa invitations, extensions, and registration
Student life at SibMed includes numerous student organizations and clubs that allow students to participate in academic, cultural, creative, and volunteer activities, developing leadership skills and engaging in research and social events.
A student-led organization representing the interests of the SibMed student community.
Main roles:
β’ Creating a positive university atmosphere based on mutual respect
β’ Promoting student participation in university administration
β’ Helping students develop project management, time management, and leadership skills
β’ Raising awareness on health, financial literacy, and environmental issues
Responsible for monitoring and improving living conditions in campus housing.
Responsibilities:
β’ Monitoring sanitary standards and safety regulations in student housing
β’ Resolving conflicts between dormitory residents
β’ Assisting dormitory administration in communicating with residents
β’ Organizing cultural events and leisure activities
β’ Conducting lectures and discussions on student life topics
One of the largest student research organizations at SibMed.
β’ Approx. 2,000 members
β’ Approx. 400 meetings organized each year
β’ Regularly receives awards at conferences and research grant competitions
β’ Governed by the SSS Council, elected annually
8 Scientific Sections:
β Therapeutic β’ Surgical β’ Pediatric β’ Theoretical
β Humanitarian β’ Foreign Languages β’ Pharmaceutical β’ Biomedical
β’ Academic Choir
β’ Dance Group "Anesthesia"
β’ Student Theatre "Kovcheg"
β’ Rock Band "MessiR"
β’ Poetry Club "21st Century"
β’ Vocal Instrumental Group "Clan Soprano"
β’ Fine Arts Club "Da Vinci.ssmu"
β Students can participate in rehearsals, performances, competitions, and creative workshops
SibMed students are involved in volunteer work through the Tomsk Regional All-Russian Public Movement of Medical Volunteers.
Volunteer activities include:
β’ Assisting medical organizations
β’ Health education and prevention programs
β’ First aid training
β’ Support during large public events
β’ Career guidance for school students interested in medical professions
β’ Promoting blood donation
β’ Promoting healthy lifestyles
Tomsk is located in Western Siberia and serves as the administrative center of the Tomsk Region, situated on the right bank of the River Tom. In the QS Best Student Cities Ranking 2019, Tomsk was ranked 73rd globally β the third best student city in Russia after Moscow and Saint Petersburg.
β’ Area: 300 sq. km
β’ Population: approx. 560,000 residents
β’ Transportation: 1 airport, 1 train station, 4-hour bus to Novosibirsk
β’ Leo Tolstoy Street runs along the 85th meridian east
β’ 49 museums in the city
β’ Recognized as one of the Top 500 most innovative cities worldwide
β’ Important industrial center with food production facilities including bakeries, poultry farms, and confectionery factories
β’ 6 state universities
β’ 3 private universities
β’ 9 branches of non-resident higher education institutions
β’ 11 research institutes of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences
β’ Several business incubators and technology transfer centers
β’ Special Economic Zone for technology development established in 2006
β More than 60,000 students come to Tomsk annually β approx. 20% are international
β Every eighth resident of Tomsk is connected to university life
β’ Average temperature: approx. +19Β°C
β’ Highest recorded: +37.7Β°C (July 2004)
β’ Temperatures may fall slightly below zero
β’ Rainy weather is common
β’ September is known as "Golden Autumn" β bright yellow foliage and falling leaves
β’ Average January temperature: approx. β17Β°C
β’ Temperatures begin rising again by late March and early April
Fly from Delhi (DEL) to:
β Moscow (SVO/DME), OR
β Novosibirsk (OVB) β recommended
From Novosibirsk:
β Short connecting flight, train, or bus to Tomsk
From Moscow:
β Domestic flight to Tomsk
β Nearest airport: Tomsk Bogashevo Airport (TOF)
β’ University campus is around 25β30 minutes from the airport
The General Medicine program (Specialist Degree β 6 years) offered by Siberian State Medical University leads to the award of a Primary Medical Qualification. For Indian students, recognition by the National Medical Commission (NMC) is a key regulatory requirement.
Medical education in Russia follows a Specialist Degree model, where:
β’ General Medicine programs require six years of study
β’ Graduates must undergo Primary Accreditation to begin medical practice in Russia
β’ Graduates may continue with Residency training (typically 2 years) for specialization
β The 6-year duration satisfies NMC duration requirements for foreign medical education
β The qualification is treated as a Primary Medical Degree
β Graduates may appear for FMGE / NExT screening examination in India
β After clearing the screening exam, graduates may pursue medical registration in India per NMC regulations
NMC recognition remains the most important regulatory checkpoint for Indian students considering MBBS abroad.
The FMGE is conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences for Indian students who complete medical education outside India. In the official NBEMS FMGE report (2024), the university appears as: SIBERIAN STATE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY.
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Total Candidates Appeared | 67 |
| Total Candidates Passed | 20 |
| Pass Percentage | 29.85% |
| Institution | Pass % |
|---|---|
| Siberian State Medical University | 29.85% |
| Global FMGE Average (2024) | 25.80% |
β’ 20 out of 67 candidates passed the FMGE screening examination
β’ Pass percentage: 29.85%
β The pass percentage recorded for Siberian State Medical University in 2024 is higher than the global FMGE average of 25.80%
Founded in 1888, SibMed is one of Russiaβs oldest and most respected medical universities.
Recognized by NMC and WHO, offering globally accepted MBBS degrees.
6-year MBBS program fully taught in English for international students.
Hands-on training through its own university hospital from early years.
Advanced labs, simulation centers, and research infrastructure.
Low tuition fees and cost of living compared to other countries.
Students from 39+ countries for a diverse learning experience.
Complete support from university selection to admission process.
Access to leading medical universities in Russia and abroad.
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