BEGIN YOUR MEDICAL JOURNEY IN MOSCOW

A Globally Oriented University with English-Medium General Medicine

Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia, commonly known as RUDN University, is a major public university located in Moscow, Russia. Founded in 1960, RUDN has a strong international profile and welcomes students from countries around the world. Its Institute of Medicine offers a six-year General Medicine Specialist programme in English, combining theoretical education, practical training and clinical education.

• Official Name: Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University)

• Established: 1960

• Location: Moscow, Russia

• Type: Public University

• Programme: General Medicine

• Speciality Code: 31.05.01

• Duration: 6 Years

• Medium: English / Russian

• Mode: Full-TimeQualification: Medical Doctor

WHY RUDN UNIVERSITY?

01. Internationally Oriented University

RUDN University has a strong international profile and welcomes students from a large number of countries.

02. English-Medium General Medicine

The Institute of Medicine offers a six-year General Medicine programme in English for international students.

03. Six-Year Specialist Programme

General Medicine is offered as a full-time six-year Specialist programme leading to a medical qualification.

04. Strong Clinical Training

Students progress from basic medical sciences into clinical disciplines and practical training at medical institutions in Moscow.

05. Modern Medical Education

The Institute of Medicine provides modern laboratories, simulation facilities, anatomical resources and clinical training opportunities.

06. Study in Moscow

Students benefit from studying in Moscow, one of Russia’s largest academic, healthcare and cultural centres.

GENERAL MEDICINE

Your Six-Year Medical Education

RUDN University's General Medicine programme combines fundamental medical sciences with professional medical education, practical training and clinical studies.

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

• Department: Institute of Medicine

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

RUDN places strong emphasis on practical and clinical training. Students progress from foundational medical sciences to professional disciplines and clinical practice during the later years of 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

  11,000 USD / YEAR

• Approximately:

  925,000 RUB / YEAR

• INDICATIVE TUITION CALCULATION

• 925,000 RUB × 6 Years = 5,550,000 RUB

• APPROX. 5.55 MILLION RUB TOTAL TUITION

  Future-year tuition fees may change.

COMPLETE COST STRUCTURE

• Tuition: 925,000 RUB/year*

• University Hostel: Approximately 13,200–210,000 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 30,000–45,000 RUB/year*

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

• Estimated Total:Approximately 1.11–1.48 Million RUB/year

REALISTIC ANNUAL BUDGET

For financial planning, students and parents should budget approximately:

1.11–1.48 MILLION 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 RUDN University'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 RUDN University

ENTRANCE EXAMINATION

For applicable foreign applicants, RUDN University may require entrance examinations or interviews depending on the applicant's admission category.

The exact subjects, examination format and requirements should be confirmed according to the student's nationality, educational background and admission category.

ADMISSION PROCEDURE

Applicants generally proceed through:

• Online application

• Document submission

• Eligibility assessment

• Entrance examination / interview where applicable

• 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 RUDN 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 Moscow

RUDN University provides hostel accommodation for students, including international students, subject to availability and university accommodation procedures.

For financial planning:

Approximately 1,100–17,500 RUB/month

Approximately:

13,200–210,000 RUB/year

The actual amount depends on the dormitory, room type and level of accommodation.

PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION

Students choosing private accommodation in Moscow should budget considerably more than university hostel rates.

A realistic planning range is approximately:

30,000–70,000 RUB/month

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

STUDENT LIFE IN MOSCOW

Study in One of Russia's Most International Cities

Moscow provides students with access to:

• Major hospitals

• Medical research institutions

• Universities

• Public transportation

• Shopping centres

• Restaurants and cafés

• Sports facilities

• Museums

• Cultural attractions

• International communities

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 2,500–3,750 RUB/month
Mobile & Internet: Approximately 500–1,500 RUB/month

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

PREPARATORY COURSE

RUDN University offers preparatory education for international students.

The preparatory programme can include Russian language and subjects required for further university studies.

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

• 925,000 RUB × 6 Years

• APPROX. 5.55 MILLION RUB

Using the estimated annual overall student budget:

APPROXIMATE SIX-YEAR TOTAL

• APPROX. 6.69–8.89 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 Moscow

• 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.

NXTGEN EDUCAREER

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 11,000 USD/year, approximately 925,000 RUB/year for website planning purposes. The RUB equivalent may vary according to the applicable exchange rate. Tuition, hostel charges and other university 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 RUDN 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.