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MBBS abroad

Medicine is a six-year commitment, and the degree only matters if you can practise with it. We start with recognition, then compare cost, teaching language and clinical training across countries.

China, Russia and Kyrgyzstan compared

The three routes our medical students ask about most.

DestinationTypical durationTeaching mediumLanguage with patientsFees
MBBS in China6 years (5 + 1 internship)English (MOE-listed MBBS) or bilingual Clinical MedicineMandarin, HSK required at most universitiesTuition from RMB 18,000 a year at our partners
MBBS in Russia6 years (General Medicine)English or Russian after a preparatory yearRussianFor information contact us
MBBS in Kyrgyzstan5 to 6 yearsMostly English for international studentsKyrgyz and RussianFor information contact us

Published fees at our partner medical universities

Open a university for the full fee breakdown, eligibility and documents.

All universities
Published MBBS fees at UM partner universities
UniversityProgram and mediumTuitionHostelSession
Jilin UniversityMBBS, English mediumRMB 33,000 per yearRMB 5,600 per year2026
Chengde Medical UniversityClinical Medicine (MBBS), English mediumRMB 18,000 per yearRMB 4,300 per year2026
Gannan Medical UniversityClinical Medicine (MBBS), bilingual mediumRMB 26,000 per yearRMB 1,000 per year2025–2026
University of South ChinaClinical Medicine (MBBS), bilingual mediumRMB 21,000 per yearRMB 3,000 per year2026

Tuition and hostel as published on our Study in China fee pages. Open a university for the full breakdown and notes.

Three checks before any application

  • The university is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).
  • The degree meets current PMDC rules for Pakistani students, including any entry test or minimum marks requirement.
  • You understand the licensing exam you will need to pass after graduation.

Asia

Central Asia and Russia

Europe

How we handle your MBBS application

  1. Consultation

    We review your academic record, budget and goals, and explain which countries and universities realistically fit.

  2. University and program choice

    You receive a shortlist with confirmed entry requirements, teaching medium, fees and recognition status.

  3. Documents

    We give you a checklist and review every document: certificates, passport, medical report, police certificate and photographs.

  4. Application and admission

    We submit the application to the university and follow it through to the admission letter and any required forms.

  5. Visa

    We prepare the visa file with you and brief you on the embassy process and interview if one is required.

  6. Departure and arrival

    Pre-departure briefing, travel planning, airport arrival and registration support on campus.

MBBS abroad questions

Which country is best for MBBS?

There is no single answer. It depends on your marks, budget, preferred teaching language and where you plan to practise. We compare options for your profile.

Do I need MDCAT to study MBBS abroad?

Pakistani students should check current PMDC rules, which set conditions for foreign medical graduates. We confirm the latest requirements before you apply.

How long does MBBS abroad take?

Most programs take five or six years, often including an internship year.

What is the cheapest MBBS option among your partners?

Among our partner universities, Chengde Medical University publishes the lowest tuition at RMB 18,000 a year. Total cost also depends on hostel, insurance and living expenses.

Get honest advice on MBBS abroad

Share your marks and plans. We will tell you honestly which universities and countries fit, and what the process involves.

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