Tashkent Medical Academy

Tashkent Medical Academy, also known as TMA, is a public medical school and research center in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Founded in 2005 by merging two older medical institutes, the academy has a long history dating back to 1920. It is recognized by international bodies, including the World Health Organization (WHO), and is a popular option for international students, including many from India.

 

Undergraduate and Graduate Programs

TMA offers a wide range of undergraduate (Bachelor's) and postgraduate (Master's and Clinical Residency) degrees, with many courses available in both Uzbek and Russian. 

 

Undergraduate programs: 

• Dentistry: 5 years.
• General Medicine: 6 years.
• Pediatrics: 5 years.
• Medical Prevention: 5 years.
• Pharmacy: 5 years.
• Nursing: 3 years.
• Biomedical Engineering: 4 years.
• Medical Biology: 5 years.
• General Medicine (Double Degree): 3+3 years in collaboration with Kazan State Medical University. 

 

Master's programs (including clinical residency): 

• Obstetrics and gynecology
• Cardiology
• Internal medicine
• Surgery
• Pediatrics
• Neurology
• Anesthesiology and intensive care
• Clinical psychology
• Public health administration
• And more than 40 other specializations 

 

International student information

• Medium of instruction: English-medium instruction is available for many programs, especially for international students.
• Accreditation: Recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC), WHO, Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), and Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER).
• Affordable costs: Tuition and living expenses are relatively affordable compared to Western countries. The annual MBBS tuition fee is around $3,500, with an estimated monthly living cost of $210–400.
• Hostel facilities: The academy provides hostel accommodations for its international students, with common rooms, kitchens, and computer rooms. 

 

Admission process for international students

• Eligibility: Must have a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in their high school exams. Indian students must also qualify for the NEET exam.
• Application: The process can be done online through the official website or via authorized consultants.
• Steps for admission:
  1. Submit scanned documents (mark sheets, passport, NEET result).
  2. Receive an admission letter.
  3. Receive an official invitation letter from the university.
  4. Apply for a student visa at the Uzbekistan Embassy.
  5. Travel to Tashkent, pay fees, and enroll.