Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University

Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University was established 85 years ago through a series of events that began in 1893, eventually resulting in the formation of the university in 1935. With seven faculties in place, Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University has three research institutes, and over 6,000 students enrolled in Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral programs. Presently, the institute is known to be a scientific and educational university with the medical doctor program offered in English. The MD program is regulated by the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Healthcare that aims towards providing the highest standards of professionalism to create quality future physicians.

Important Links

1. Top Courses
2. Eligibility
3. Admission Procedure
4. Fees Structure
5. Documents Required

Address of Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University

Location: 35/32 Ninoshvili/Rustaveli str, Batumi 6010, Georgia

Top Course Offered

The Faculty of Natural Sciences and Healthcare offers the Medical Doctor program in English at Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University. Some goals and objectives of the Faculty of Medicine are as follows:

1. Using the principles of evidence-based learning, produce future physicians with high ethical values and enough practical and theoretical exposure to enable them to practice their profession productively.
2. Preparing a professional who can work towards the betterment of healthcare and improve the welfare of the society.

Integrated Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Programs – Full-Time Education

1. Medical Doctor: The MD or MBBS program at Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University is a one-cycle educational program that spans 6 years. On successful completion of the course, the student is awarded the degree of an MD or a physician.

Facilities at the Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University

Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University is known to provide the best standards for scientific and research activities. The facilities included along with the MD course in English by the Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University are as follows:

Some facilities provided by the Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University are mentioned below:

1. Library: The library at Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University has two faculty libraries, one central library, and one scientific research library. With the provision of various international databases and educational and scientific periodicals, the university library has more than 300 types of library documents. The library management grants full access to the students concerning the electronic material and internal electronic library. With an Integrated Management System of the library known as ‘Open Bibilo,’ the international scientific databases that students can access are:
• EBSCO Publishing
• Cambridge University Press
• Royal Society Journal Collection
• BioOne
2. International Relations & Exchange Programs: Known as the leading HEI in Georgia related to international projects and exchange programs, Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University has agreements with various partner universities and research centers around the globe. The application of the Erasmus Mundus program has opened gates for international students as well as students of the university to expand their knowledge base.
3. Clubs & Associations: Supervised and managed by the Department of Student Career Development, Culture, and Sports, BSU, or Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University, is dedicated to the overall growth and development of the students. The university also has the provision of Student’s Self Governance that is created by the university students and is in-charge of supporting students’ ideas, and implement their projects based on their area of interest. Another student initiative group known as Student’s Scientific Center is dedicated to organizing conferences, events, and intellectual games to promote the development of scientific skills in the students. Some clubs and associations functional now at Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University are:
• BSU Jazz Big Band
• Student Theatre ‘Dasi’
• Women Folk Music Ensemble ‘Tirini’
• Choreographic Ensemble ‘Tbeti’
• BSU Band ‘Offside’
• Club for Foreign Students
4. University Clinics & Hospitals: The university has a clinical skills center for students to receive practical training in the field of medicine and healthcare. Apart from the clinical skills center, the university has internal laboratories in different departments of medicine that students can use and work at. For medical internships, Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University has affiliations with many hospitals and clinics in Batumi that allow the students to practice their skills at the patient’s bedside. Some affiliated hospitals are:
• Batumi Republican Clinical Hospital
• Batumi Maternity House
• Seamen'ss Medical Center 2010
• Adjara Endocrinology Center
• Iashvili Batumi Maternal and Child Central Hospital
5. Laboratory & Research Center: With laboratories for different subjects, such as the Laboratory of Health and Safety, Laboratory of Immunogenetics, Laboratory of Cellular Technology, Laboratory of Pharmacognosy, Laboratory of Ecology, and Laboratory of Chemistry, the university ensures that the medical students are trained perfectly in their field of expertise, and explore their area of interest. Some other clinical centers for training and research for the MD program provided by Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University are as follows:
• Medical Doctor English Program Management Center
• Medical Education and Medical Professional Development Center
• Western Georgia Regional Chromatographic Center
• Clinical Skills and OSCE Center
6. Hostel Facility: Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University has a four-story dormitory that can accommodate 200 students. With provisions such as luxury rooms, a conference hall, a library, a laundry room, and a security office, the dorms are built for students to stay in comfort. Adjustments are also made for people with special needs.
7. Recreation: At the university, students can consult the student clubs to organize any cultural event or festival. The provision of arts theatre, botanical gardens, and various sports activities also help students remain refreshed and rejuvenated while completing their medical studies.
8. Sports: Sports activities are regularly organized by the Department of Student Career Development, Culture, and Sports at BSU. Some popular teams presently functional at the university are:
• Arm Wrestling
• Students’ Futsal Team
• Students’ Basketball Team
• Martial Arts - "Wing-Chun”
• Fencing
• Girls & Boys Student Volleyball Team
• Students' Rugby Team
• Table Tennis Club
• Chess Lovers Club

Why Study MBBS at Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University?

The top reasons to study medicine at Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University, Georgia, are as follows:

1. Globally Recognized Degree: Accredited by the National Medical Commission (NMC), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), as well as recognitions from FAIMER, MCC, UNESCO, Georgian Education Ministry, and National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement (NCEQE), a medical degree from Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University is globally recognized.
2. Wide Range & Scope of Academic Programs: Once the student completes their MD from Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University, they have the option to either pursue further studies or practice their profession anywhere around the globe.
3. Affordable Tuition Fees: The tuition fee of the MBBS or MD course at Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University costs $4,000 a year, which is highly affordable for all students.
4. Training & Exchange Programs: Medical training is carried out at partner hospitals and student training centers inside the campus. Regular exchange programs are held for a month depending on the budget of the Erasmus Mundus that facilitates the exchange programs between different nations. The university has implemented some other international programs such as TEMPUS, MEVLANA, and ERASMUS+ for the development of the youth so that they get full exposure in the field of studies that they have chosen.
5. Esteemed Faculty & Management: Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University has a structured management that is led by an Academic Council followed by the Representative Council, which oversees the performance, hiring, and training of the faculty. A Quality Assurance Service is also a part of the university management system, which ensures that the faculty hired to teach and guide are the best in their respective field of expertise.
6. Unmatched Facilities: A luxurious dormitory building with rooms built with state-of-the-art infrastructure, the provision of student clubs and sports activities, as well as the organization and facilitation of cultural and intellectual events make Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University one of the best places to pursue your MBBS.
7. Research: Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University is known to be the leading institute in Georgia for scientific research. The university provides proper guidance and support when it is about conducting research, which will lead to the development and welfare of the society.
8. 100% Literacy Rate: Georgia has a 100% literacy rate, which is a huge indication of the seriousness that the country has towards quality education for all.

Eligibility Criteria for studying MBBS in Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University

Below are the detailed admission criteria to get admission into a medical course at the Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University, Georgia:

1. Qualification: The student must have a high school diploma or a 12^th passing certificate with at least 60% in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics combined.
2. Entrance Exam: The university conducts an internal language assessment in case the student does not have the relevant language certificate. The student must have a NEET certificate to apply for an MBBS from Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University.
3. Language Proficiency: For native speakers of English, an MOI (medium of instruction) certificate is enough proof of language proficiency. Non-native speakers of English need to clear one of the below exams and produce a certificate of at least a B2 level of language proficiency:
• IELTS
• TOEFL
4. Documents: A birth certificate or a valid national ID, a valid passport, a medical certificate, a high school diploma, and 1-2 letters of recommendation are some documents required by Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University.
5. Funds: Eklavya Overseas will open a Georgian Bank account for you in which a security amount such as the amount for medical insurance, etc., needs to be deposited before entering the country.
6. Application: The applications are entertained in two intakes. The first one begins in the fall semester, starting in September, and ends in January. The second one is the spring semester intake that begins in March and ends in June.

Admission Procedure

A step-by-step process must be followed to apply to Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University so that there is a maximum chance of approval of the application form.

Professionals at Eklavya Overseas will ensure that everything is completed on time. Below is a guide to clarify the process of admission:

1. The application forms for the fall and spring semesters are released on certain dates. The team at Eklavya Overseas will keep you updated on the deadline for the application form. We will also help you fill out the form with due diligence so that there is a maximum chance of approval of the application form.
2. Our team at Eklavya Overseas will provide you with a list of supplementary documents that you need to gather. We will send the documents to the relevant department as required by the university for the approval of the application.
3. The next step is to clear the English proficiency exams or appear for the language test organized by the Ministry of Education & Science in Georgia. Eklavya Overseas will assist you in the preparation of the same.
4. Upon submission of the documents and clearing the English exams, you will receive an approval letter from the university confirming your admission. The team at Eklavya Overseas will attach the approval letter with your Visa application so that the process can be expedited.
5. Eklavya Overseas will also assist you in paying the tuition fees after receiving the approval letter to avoid any errors.
6. In the next step, Eklavya Overseas will arrange for HRD and apostille to be completed on your documents.
7. Applying for university housing or looking for a place to stay outside the campus is also what Eklavya Overseas will help you with.

MBBS Fees in Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University

The fee structure per year in USD for medical courses at the Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University is mentioned below:

Note: Eklavya Overseas reminds you here that the fee shown is INR and is subject to change. Please check the real-time exchange rates at the time of application. Also, the university reserves the right to increase/decrease the fee without any prior information and Eklavya Overseas shall not be responsible for the same.

Accreditations

Accredited by the National Medical Commission (NMC), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), as well as recognitions from FAIMER, MCC, UNESCO, Georgian Education Ministry, and National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement (NCEQE), a medical degree from Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University is globally recognized.

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University Library

With access to open resources and online journals, as well as publishing such as EBSCO Publishing and Cambridge University Press, the university houses more than 300 books for students to refer to, and an electronic library that students can access using their student ID and password.

Attached Hospitals

Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University has a training center, as well as laboratories for different medical subjects where the students can practice their skills. Medical students can complete their internships at partner hospitals in Batumi affiliated with Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University.

Sports & Recreational Activities at Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University

To facilitate the overall development of students and promote a healthy lifestyle, Chess, Volleyball, Futsal, and so many more sports activities are regularly organized by the Department of Student Career Development, Culture, and Sports at BSU. Students can indulge in sports or join a student club of their choice based on their interests, including arts, theatre, folk dance, and so much more.

Accommodation / Hostel Facilities

Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University has housing options for students in the form of student dormitories that have all facilities such as a security system, central heating system, luxurious rooms, laundry room, and mess facilities. The cost per year for a hostel facility is $1,000. Due to the capacity of the building being made for 200 students, the university has more hostel buildings that are under construction.

In case the university housing option is not available, Eklavya Overseas can help you look for a comfortable place to stay in the form of private and shared accommodations in Batumi.

Scholarships

Students in the first semester of their MBBS studies can apply for scholarships if they have passed the Unified National Exam with a high score in the 4^th elective subject. The amount awarded is $35 per month. Students who have fulfilled the scholarship merit criteria for two consecutive semesters at the university are also eligible for a $35 per month scholarship, starting their third semester.

In case you need further loan or grant to study MBBS in Georgia, Eklavya Overseas can help you apply for the same through private institutions that fund student studies in Georgia.

Documents Required

A checklist of documents will be provided by professionals at Eklavya Overseas. The mandatory supplementary documents required by the Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University are:

1. High School Diploma
2. University Application form
3. A Valid National Passport
4. A Valid National ID
5. NEET Certificate
6. Letter of Invitation from the Ministry
7. Academic Record of Transcript (10, 11, 12)
8. 2-3 Letters of Recommendation
9. 3-4 Photos (Passport size, colored)
10. Administrative tax (A 25 EU administrative tax)
11. Medical certificate
12. B2-level English proficiency test scores
13. Financial statements
14. Visa-related documents

Ranking of Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University

The Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University ranks 9^th in Georgia and falls under the rank of the top 8000 universities in the world for medical studies.

Training & Guest Lecturers

The university keeps organizing conferences, exchange programs, medical seminars, and intellectual events to foster a growth mindset in the students. They also call upon guest lecturers to enlighten medical students about medical updates around the globe.

Campus Life

Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University has a separate department for each area, such as student self-governance, a sports department, a department to handle foreign admissions, and a quality assurance service to ensure that the students get all the facilities on-campus while they pursue their MBBS at the university.

Cost of Living

Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University charges $1,000 a year, i.e., $84 a month for university housing, including 3-time meals a day. If you choose to stay in a shared accommodation at Batumi, the cost of rent will be around $100 - $150 a month. Including the rent of shared accommodation, food, travel, etc., the total cost of living will amount to $500 - $600 a month in Batumi.

The breakdown of living expenses in Batumi, Georgia, is as follows:

1. Monthly cost of shared hostel outside the campus – $100 – $150
2. Monthly cost of private apartments – $200 – $300
3. Monthly cost of food – $150 – $200
4. Monthly cost of transport – $50 – $100
5. Monthly Miscellaneous Expenses – $50 – $100

About Tbilisi – Capital of Georgia

Tbilisi is a colorful city with a lot of things to explore. Being the Capital of Georgia, one-third of the country’s population resides in the city. The Operas, Theatres, and Museums in Tbilisi are a must-visit. You get to witness wonderful live performances at theatres like the Marjanishvili and Rustaveli Theatres, as well as the renowned Tbilisi Opera and Ballet Theatre, which organises performances on wars and other stories throughout the year. As you pass through the narrow, winding streets of Tbilisi's Old Town, you will be charmed by the traditional Georgian houses with wooden balconies. Amongst popular places to visit while in Tbilisi, the most popular ones are:

1. Narikala Fortress
2. Sulphur Baths, Located In The Abanotubani District
3. Tbilisi Holy Trinity Cathedral (Sameba)
4. Bridge of Peace

Why Pursue an MBBS from Georgia?

A few reasons to pursue an MBBS from Georgia include:

1. Affordable: With the tuition fee of MBBS courses being as low as $4,000 per year, Georgia is one of the most affordable countries to complete your medical doctor degree.
2. High-Quality Education and Facilities: Georgia has a literacy rate of 100%, which denotes the level of significance Georgia pays to quality education.
3. Internationally Recognized Degrees: Most of the top-ranking Georgian Universities provide MBBS degrees that are recognized by international bodies such as WFME and FAIMER.
4. Practical Work: Internships at hospitals, as well as the provision of labs and training centers, are held in high regard for MBBS students at universities in Georgia.
5. Programs Taught In English: Medical programs in English enable international students to get admission into their desired MBBS program.
6. Esteemed Faculty: With a structured management in place, most Georgian Universities leave no stones unturned to hire an esteemed faculty to teach the students.
7. Exploring the Country: From Tbilisi to Batumi, any city in Georgia is worth exploring due to the diverse culture, tradition, and history that the country has.

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About Georgia

When in Georgia, a tour to the vineyards is a must-do activity you should have on your bucket list. Known to be the ‘cradle of wine,’ Georgia has beautiful vineyards and an ancient method of making wine in ‘Qvevri Jars’ that was added to the UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list in 2013. You get to experience green valleys, high mountains, and sea beaches all at once when in Georgia. The warm and generous hospitality of the Georgians is sure to make you feel loved and refreshed during your travel within the country. Some fun activities to do while in Georgia are as follows:

1. Visit Historical Places: Mtskheta, Vardzia, David Gareji monastery complex, Gelati Monastery, and Alaverdi Monastery are some historical places in Georgia enlisted in the UNESCO World Heritage sites, some of which date back to the 5^th
2. Tbilisi: The old town of Tbilisi consists of a mix of modern and ancient architecture, making it a colorful place to explore. You can also visit the natural hot springs known as Tbilisi Sulphur Baths and relax your bones.
3. Svaneti: Located in the region of the Upper Caucasus Mountains, the town of Svaneti provides a striking scenic beauty of the beautiful mountainous landscape.
4. Prometheus Caves: The Prometheus Caves are a real masterpiece where you can discover naturally created stalactites and stalagmites. Also, the hanging waterfalls around the cave is sure to carry you back into a fairy tale world.

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