Looking to go to abroad for doing MBBS? Check out the top MBBS destination for Indian Students....
Aug 20, 2020 09:30:01
The first and foremost thing that one needs to know about MBBS is its full form. MBBS is derived from the Latin words Medicinae Baccalaureus Baccalaureus Chirurgiae. In English, it means Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery. The course duration is of 5 years with 4 years of the Programme and 1 year of Internship. Medicine is one of the most coveted courses among students in India. With the rising number of students desiring to pursue a career in medicine, it is essential that each and every student puts their best foot forward. The world has been hit by a pandemic and most of the things have turned topsy-turvy. So, in medicine to things would be anew. Among the many changes that have been proposed by the National Medical Commission Bill 2019, in order to study in India or abroad, a candidate has to appear for a licensing examination which is known as the National Exit Test or NEXT. After qualifying many students to prefer to go abroad due to various factors. Two of the most important are the very few numbers of seats in government colleges and huge fee structure in private colleges in India. Before opting for a particular college or university in a different country, a student should check everything viz., eligibility criteria, fee structure, FMGE or MCI test passing percentage, etc.
Although the eligibility criteria differ from country to country there are few set rules which are as follows-
The student must have completed 10+2 from a recognized board.
For the General Category, the student must have an aggregate of at least 50% or above in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and must have had English as a compulsory subject.
For the Reserved Category, the student must have an aggregate of at least 40% or above in Physics, Chemistry, or Biology and must have had English as a compulsory subject.
The student must be 17 years old as on December 31 of the year he/she is pursuing his or her admission.
The student would have to submit a medical certificate claiming that he/she is physically fit and not suffering from any infectious disease.
The student must qualify the National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET). The upper age limit for appearing for NEET is 25 years for General Category and 30 years for the Reserved Category.
There is no best country per se to study MBBS as every country has its own pros and cons. To narrow it down, below is a list of 10 countries which are best suited for students to study MBBS:
Russia
China
Bangladesh
Nepal
Ukraine
Philippines
Georgia
Kyrgyzstan
Poland
Kazakhstan
Russia is the most favorable country for studying MBBS because of its low-cost package. Students would definitely benefit from the congenial atmosphere.
There are almost 1500 universities and the country prides in hosting approximately 300,000 foreign students.
Technology being the strongest factor in Russia, the students get to experience a world-class learning method and they pass out with a degree internationally recognized. The procedure of getting admission in Russia is not very hectic.
In the last year, 14.7% of students passed the FMGE or MCI screening test.
The only setback is the harsh climatic condition which creates a problem for many students.
The cost package for studying MBBS is quite affordable in China and it offers various kinds of Scholarships too.
China has almost 3000 universities and has around 200,000 foreign students.
The attraction factor for medical students is the amalgamation of traditional medicine and western medicine.
In 2019, 14.5% of students passed the FMGE test.
The demoralizing factor for students is the culture of the country.
Bangladesh offers a low-cost package for studying MBBS.
The country possesses 120 universities and has almost 25% of seats reserved for foreign students which comes under the SAARC quota.
The cost of living is very cheap and local people are very helpful and co-operative.
Bangladesh had the highest FMGE pass percentage of 27.7%.
The eligibility criteria in Bangladesh is 60% which makes it difficult to get admission for many students.
Nepal provides a reasonable program package for MBBS.
There are almost 50 universities with lakhs of international students.
Visa and Immigration processes hardly take any time and the cost of living is also very low.
Nepal’s FMGE passing percentage stood at 17.7% in 2019.
Among many limitations relating to pursuing MBBS in Nepal, the biggest drawback is the difficulties faced by foreign students during the internship.
The course cost in this country is feasible and flexible.
There are 18 universities with almost 1800 Indians and many other foreign students.
The cost of living is not too high.
Ukraine had 15.5% as FMGE passing percentage in 2017.
Ukraine is a large country in eastern Europe with a very cold climate which becomes severe for almost 3 months or so.
MBBS education in the Philippines is quite affordable.
There are about 40 medical colleges that fall under five very best universities. The number of foreign students is also on the rise.
The country’s MCI passing percentage was 18.6% in 2019.
Cost of living in the country is pretty low.
Among other things, food and climatic conditions pose a huge threat to international students.
The country’s tuition fee for MBBS is surprisingly low.
Georgia has 22 universities teaching medicine.
Staying here is very much pocket-friendly.
The MCI passing percentage was 18.6% in 2019.
The disadvantages of studying MBBS in Georgia include the climatic condition and the absence of the Indian Embassy
The course cost of Kyrgyzstan is very cheap.
8 universities offer degrees to thousands of students every year and the number is increasing very fast.
In Kyrgyzstan, one can survive at a very low cost.
MCI pass percentage in 2019 was 14%.
The low FMGE passing percentage and the average quality of education do not make it appropriate for students to study there.
Poland’s cost package is very low as compared to other European countries.
Each year 10 universities guide 5000+ students to attain a degree in MBBS.
Living cost is very low.
In 2018, Poland’s MCI passing percentage stood at 20%.
Communication is the biggest barrier to studying in Poland.
Kazakhstan’s medical package is very affordable.
With around 12 medical colleges, the country remains occupied with 5000 Indians and many more international students every year.
Living expense is moderate.
The MCI pass percentage stood at 14% in the previous year.
Language becomes a shortcoming for foreign students since the local people are only fluent in their native language.
The doctor is a very noble and decent profession. Every 1 out of 5 children aspires to become a medical practitioner. Achieving an MBBS degree is just the first step towards a never-ending quest. It is imperative to research thoroughly and get the facts double-checked before joining a specific college or university. The most important thing to keep in mind if one is going abroad to study is whether the university has recognition in India or not. Choosing the best country and institution is very crucial as studying MBBS includes a huge sum of money. But many times students get allured or diverted. One must keep in mind that this profession of serving people requires a lot of dedication, diligence, and hard work.
