BEGIN YOUR MEDICAL JOURNEY IN VLADIVOSTOK

A Modern Medical Education on Russia’s Pacific Coast

Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU) is a major public federal university located in Vladivostok, Russia. Founded in 1899, FEFU is one of Russia’s major universities in the Asia-Pacific region and offers General Medicine in English for international students.

• Official Name: Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU)

• Established: 1899

• Location: Vladivostok, Russia

• Type: Public Federal University

• Programme: General Medicine

• Speciality Code: 31.05.01

• Duration: 6 Years

• Medium: English

• Mode: Full-Time

• Qualification: Medical Doctor

WHY FEFU UNIVERSITY?

01. Modern Research & Academic Environment

FEFU provides students with a modern academic environment and is one of Russia’s major universities serving the Asia-Pacific region.

02. English-Medium General Medicine

FEFU offers a six-year General Medicine programme in English for international students.

03. International University

FEFU has a strong international focus and welcomes students from many countries.

04. Six-Year Specialist Programme

General Medicine is offered as a six-year Specialist programme under speciality code 31.05.01.

05. Clinical & Practical Training

Students progress from fundamental medical sciences to clinical disciplines and practical medical training.

06. Study in Vladivostok

FEFU is located in Vladivostok, a major Russian city on the Pacific coast and an important educational and international centre.

GENERAL MEDICINE

Your Six-Year Medical Education

The General Medicine programme combines fundamental medical sciences, professional medical education, clinical practice and research.

PROGRAMME DETAILS

• Programme: General Medicine

• Speciality Code: 31.05.01

• Duration: 6 Years

• Study Mode: Full-Time

• Medium: English

• Qualification: Specialist Degree in General Medicine

• Field: Clinical Medicine

• Institute: Institute of Medicine and Medical Technologies

WHAT WILL YOU STUDY?

FOUNDATION & BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Anatomy

• Histology

• Embryology

• Cytology

• Normal Physiology

• Biochemistry

• Microbiology

• Virology

• Pharmacology

• Pathological Anatomy

• Pathophysiology

• Hygiene

• Medical Sciences

CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL DISCIPLINES

• Internal Medicine

• General Surgery

• Propaedeutics of Internal Diseases

• Pediatrics

• Obstetrics & Gynecology

• Neurology

• Infectious Diseases

• General Medical Practice

• Outpatient Medicine

• Emergency Medical Practice

• Surgical Medicine

• Therapeutic Medicine

• Other Clinical Disciplines

CLINICAL & PRACTICAL TRAINING

From Medical Sciences to Clinical Practice

FEFU places emphasis on practical medical education. Students progressively move from fundamental medical sciences to clinical disciplines and practical medical training throughout the programme.

PRACTICAL EXPOSURE INCLUDES

• Patient assessment

• Clinical examination

• Medical history taking

• Diagnostic procedures

• Internal medicine

• Surgery

• Pediatrics

• Obstetrics & Gynecology

• General Practice

• Outpatient Medicine

• Emergency Medicine

• Clinical Internships

FEES FOR 2026/27

• GENERAL MEDICINE | ENGLISH MEDIUM

  500,000 RUB / YEAR

• CURRENT TUITION ESTIMATE

  500,000 RUB × 6 Years

• APPROX. 3.0 MILLION RUB

The tuition figure used for this website is 500,000 RUB/year for the English-medium General Medicine programme.

COMPLETE COST STRUCTURE

• Tuition: 500,000 RUB/year*

• University Hostel: Approximately 50,000–100,000 RUB/year*

• Medical Insurance: Approximately 6,000–15,000 RUB/year*

• Medical Examination & Required Procedures: Approximately 7,000–20,000 RUB/year*

• Visa & Migration Expenses: Approximately 3,000–8,000 RUB/year*

• Food: Approximately 120,000–240,000 RUB/year*

• Transport: Approximately 20,000–35,000 RUB/year*

• Mobile & Internet: Approximately 6,000–18,000 RUB/year

REALISTIC ANNUAL BUDGET

For financial planning, students and parents should budget approximately:

710,000–940,000 RUB PER YEAR

The total is an approximate student budget combining tuition, accommodation, required expenses and everyday living costs. It is not an official university package price.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Who Can Apply?

International students who have completed secondary education or its equivalent can apply for General Medicine subject to FEFU's admission requirements.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

Applicants should generally have completed:

• Class 12 / 10+2 or equivalent

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Biology

FOR INDIAN STUDENTS

Indian students should meet the applicable NEET requirements and current Indian regulatory requirements for studying medicine abroad.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Applicants may need:

• Valid passport

• Class 10 certificate

• Class 12 certificate

• Academic transcripts / marksheets

• NEET documentation where applicable

• Medical certificate

• HIV certificate where required

• Passport photographs

• Educational documents

• Notarised translations where required

• Other documents requested by FEFU University

ENTRANCE EXAMINATION

FEFU's General Medicine information lists the entrance examinations as:

• Chemistry

• Biology

  ADMISSION PROCEDURE

FEFU offers General Medicine through its medical education facilities.

The current programme information lists:

• Programme: General Medicine

• Speciality Code: 31.05.01

• Duration: 6 Years

• Medium: English

• Contract Places: 250

• Entrance Examinations: Biology and Chemistry

• Tuition: 500,000 RUB/year

Applicants generally proceed through:

• Online application

• Document submission

• Eligibility assessment

• Entrance examination

• Competition and admission decision

• Education contract

• Tuition payment

• Invitation and visa process

• Enrollment

Students should confirm the exact deadline applicable to their admission category before submitting documents.

DOCUMENTATION PROCESS

Your Application, Step by Step

• STEP 01

  Eligibility Assessment

  We review your academic profile and eligibility.

• STEP 02

  University Selection

  We explain the programme, fees and admission requirements.

• STEP 03

  Document Preparation

  Academic and identity documents are prepared according to university requirements.

• STEP 04

  Application Submission

  The application is submitted through the applicable FEFU admission process.

• STEP 05

  Entrance Examination

  Students complete the applicable entrance examination or interview.

• STEP 06

  Admission Decision

  RUDN evaluates the application and examination results.

• STEP 07

  Education Contract & Payment

  The student completes the required contract and tuition payment formalities.

• STEP 08

• Invitation & Visa

• For visa-required students, the university invitation and Russian student visa process are completed.

• STEP 09

• Pre-Departure Preparation

• Travel, accommodation and essential preparations are arranged.

• STEP 10

• Arrival in Moscow

• Students receive guidance for arrival, registration and university formalities.

VISA & MIGRATION SUPPORT

Preparing You Before You Leave India

International students from visa-required countries must complete the applicable Russian student visa and migration procedures.

SUPPORT INCLUDES

• Visa documentation guidance

• University invitation coordination

• Visa application guidance

• Migration documentation

• Arrival documentation

• Registration guidance

• Medical documentation

• Visa extension guidance

MEDICAL & MIGRATION COMPLIANCE

Important for International Students

International students may need to complete applicable:

• Medical examinations

• Fingerprinting

• Photographing

• Migration registration

• Health documentation

• Visa extensions

• Other procedures required under Russian regulations

The exact procedures and costs can vary according to nationality and current Russian regulations.

ACCOMMODATION

University Hostel in Vladivostok

FEFU provides student accommodation on its campus on Russky Island.

For financial planning:

Approximately 50,000–100,000 RUB/year

The final accommodation cost depends on the dormitory, room type and applicable university charges.

PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION

Students choosing private accommodation should budget approximately:

25,000–50,000 RUB/month

Actual rent depends on location, apartment type, distance from the university and other factors.

STUDENT LIFE IN VLADIVOSTOK

Study on Russia's Pacific Coast

Vladivostok provides students with access to:

• Modern academic facilities

• Medical institutions

• Universities

• Public transportation

• Shopping centres

• Restaurants and cafés

• Sports facilities

• Cultural attractions

• International student communities

• Pacific coastal surroundings

FEFU's main campus is located on Russky Island, providing students with a distinctive campus environment close to the Pacific coast.

LIVING EXPENSES

Students should budget separately for everyday living expenses.

COMMON EXPENSES

• Food

• Transportation

• Mobile connection

• Internet

• Personal items

• Books and stationery

• Winter clothing

• Leisure

• Local travel

• Medical expenses not covered by insurance

ESTIMATED STUDENT BUDGET

Food: Approximately 10,000–20,000 RUB/month
Transport: Approximately 1,700–3,000 RUB/month
Mobile & Internet: Approximately 500–1,500 RUB/montH

These are approximate planning figures and can vary according to individual lifestyle.

PREPARATORY COURSE

FEFU provides preparatory education options for international students who require additional preparation before beginning their degree programme. The preparatory programme is separate from the six-year General Medicine degree and is not automatically required for every English-medium applicant.

The preparatory programme is separate from the six-year General Medicine degree and is not automatically required for every applicant.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN TUITION?

Your Tuition Covers the Academic Programme

The tuition fee is the university charge for the educational programme.

TUITION DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY INCLUDE:

• Air tickets

• Food

• Personal expenses

• Private accommodation

• Medical insurance

• Visa expenses

• Medical examination charges

• Migration-related expenses

• Personal medical expenses

• Travel outside the university programme

ESTIMATED SIX-YEAR COST

CURRENT TUITION ESTIMATE

• 500,000 RUB × 6 Years

• APPROX. 3.0 MILLION RUB

Using the estimated annual overall student budget:

APPROXIMATE SIX-YEAR TOTAL

• APPROX. 4.27–5.62 MILLION RUB

This is an approximate calculation based on current tuition and estimated annual expenses. Future tuition, accommodation, living costs and exchange rates may change.

FIRST-YEAR ADDITIONAL EXPENSES

The first year may involve additional expenses such as:

• Flight from India to Vladivostok

• Passport and document preparation

• Document translation

• Notarisation/legalisation where required

• Initial visa expenses

• Winter clothing

• Personal setup expenses

• Initial accommodation requirements

These expenses vary from student to student and are not included in tuition.

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WE DON'T STOP AT ADMISSION.

At NxtGen Educareer, we support students throughout their MBBS-abroad journey.

BEFORE ADMISSION

• University selection

• Eligibility assessment

• Course guidance

• Application support

• Document coordination

• Admission guidance

AFTER ADMISSION

• Education contract guidance

• Payment guidance

• Visa assistance

• Invitation coordination

• Travel preparation

• Accommodation guidance

• Student orientation

AFTER ARRIVAL

• Arrival guidance

• University formalities

• Accommodation support

• Registration guidance

• Initial settling-in support

• Ongoing student assistance

FEE DISCLAIMER

The tuition fee shown above is 500,000 RUB/year for the English-medium General Medicine programme. Tuition fees may change in future academic years. Hostel, insurance, visa, medical, travel, food and personal expenses are separate unless expressly stated otherwise. Estimated expenses are provided for financial planning and are not an official university package price. Students should confirm the final fee applicable to their admission contract with Far Eastern Federal University before making payment.

NxtGen Educareer provides admission guidance and support services. Final admission decisions, fee approvals and enrolment are determined by the university and applicable authorities.