Introduction to Astrakhan State Medical Academy

Astrakhan State Medical Academy is a prestigious medical school with a long history in Russia. It was established in 1918 and its medical education quality is recognized worldwide.

Overview

The academy is located in Astrakhan, with a student population of about 6,000, more than 2,000 international students, and more than 1,000 faculty and staff, covering multiple levels of education such as specialist, undergraduate, master and doctoral degrees.

History and establishment time

On November 7, 1918, Astrakhan Krai University opened, and in 1919, the Department of Medicine was established. In 1922, it was renamed Astrakhan Medical College. On July 20, 1995, It became an independent Astrakhan State Medical College on the 28th.

School Strength

Teaching Staff: It has a group of high-quality experts and scholars, including senior professors and associate professors.

Teaching Facilities: Advanced teaching facilities, rich library collections, and affiliated hospitals provide good conditions for students to practice.

Scientific Research Achievements: It has achieved fruitful results in the field of medical research and made important contributions to the development of medicine. The Federal Center for Cardiovascular Surgery was established in 2000. On this basis, two branch disciplines, cardiology and cardiovascular surgery, were created.

International cooperation: Cooperating with many foreign universities and institutions, students have the opportunity to participate in exchange programs, their degrees are internationally recognized, and graduates can take the professional examinations in the United States, the United Kingdom and other countries.

Nature of the institution

A public non-profit higher education institution.

Educational philosophy

Focusing on the combination of theory and practice, adopting the European medical education system, allowing students to master theoretical knowledge while cultivating practical ability and professionalism through practical courses in local top medical institutions.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: such as the Federal Center for Cardiovascular Surgery.

Key disciplines: covering general medicine, pediatrics, stomatology, pharmacy, public health, nursing, veterinary medicine, etc.

Faculty

There are many departments such as the Department of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Department of Pharmacy, Department of Stomatology, as well as a special department for foreign students.

Ranking

In 2024, its world ranking is 8159 and its domestic ranking is 299.

Expenses

Taking the clinical medicine major as an example, the annual tuition fee for Russian-taught courses is 172,212 rubles, and the annual tuition fee for English or French-taught courses is 212,660 rubles. 183,265 rubles, dormitory fee 26,000 rubles per year.

Campus Environment

The campus is located in Astrakhan, which is the local economic and cultural center, with a mild climate, convenient transportation, and multiple transportation links to Moscow. The campus is surrounded by complete living facilities, and the student dormitories provide students with a comfortable living environment and are close to the college.