About the University

Orel State Medical University (OSMU), officially known as the Medical Institute of Orel State University named after I.S. Turgenev, is a public medical institution located in Orel, Russia. It is one of the recognised medical education centres in Russia, offering training in medicine, healthcare, and medical research. The university provides opportunities for international students and has a long tradition of educating students from different countries.

History

The medical education system in Orel developed through the establishment of medical training institutions in the 20th century. The medical faculty later became part of Orel State University named after I.S. Turgenev, a multidisciplinary public university. Today, the university combines medical education with scientific research and practical clinical training.

Campus Details

The university campus is located in Orel, Russia, approximately 350 km southwest of Moscow.

Campus facilities include:

Modern classrooms and lecture halls
Medical laboratories and research centres
Clinical training facilities
University hospitals and affiliated healthcare centres
Library and digital learning resources
Student accommodation facilities
Sports and student activity centres

International students receive practical medical exposure through clinical training and hospital-based learning.

Education Programmes Offered

Orel State Medical University offers medical education programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Medical Degree Programmes

General Medicine (MD / MBBS equivalent)
Dentistry
Pediatrics
Pharmacy
Preventive Medicine

Master's Programmes

Medical Sciences
Public Health
Healthcare-related specialisations
Medical research fields

Doctoral (PhD) Programmes

Medical Sciences
Biomedical Research
Clinical Medicine
Healthcare and related scientific disciplines

Basic Admission Requirements for International Students
Medical Degree (General Medicine / MBBS Equivalent)

Completion of higher secondary education (12th grade or equivalent).
Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as main subjects.
Academic certificates and transcripts.
Valid passport.
Medical fitness certificate.
Passport-size photographs.
Required immigration documents.

For Indian Students:

Qualification in NEET is required according to current regulations for studying medicine abroad.

Master's Degree

A recognised bachelor’s degree or medical qualification.
Academic transcripts.
Passport copy.
Language proficiency proof.
Additional documents required by the selected programme.

Doctoral (PhD) Degree

A recognised master's degree or equivalent medical qualification.
Research proposal.
Academic records.
Interview or departmental approval.

Awards and Achievements

Recognised as part of Orel State University named after I.S. Turgenev, one of Russia’s key multidisciplinary universities.
Has a long tradition of training medical professionals and international students from various countries.
Offers medical education integrated with scientific research and practical clinical training.
The university hosts students from more than 50 countries across different academic programmes.
Known for its focus on medicine, healthcare education, clinical practice, and medical research.

General Medicine

Admission Requirements

Key Highlights