1. How many Indian students are studying in the country? What are the top 3 universities having the most students from India?
Knowing about how many Indian students are currently studying in the universities and top 3 universities with maximum number would aid you with a clear picture of the best universities to study abroad. If you get a chance to interact with the Indian students or the alumni from the university, ask them to share their experiences at the university. The problems they faced and how they overcame them, etc.
2. What is the medium of education and communication within the university?
Though many medical universities abroad promise to provide an English medium education as well as a bilingual medium of education. Whatever you would be choosing, if you’re not studying in English-speaking countries like Ukraine, Russia, Kyrgyzstan, China, you would be required to learn the local language for effective communications during clinical rotations. The local languages are generally taught in the university itself as a part of the curriculum for the international students. However, if you have a desire to learn a new language, countries like Bangladesh, Guyana, Barbados can be good options.
3. What are the services offered by the university? What more services does your education advisor provide you with?
The universities enrolling several international students would certainly be providing additional services. Remember to ask the services which are provided by the university and what in addition to that your education advisor would be providing. At Ashiraj MBBS, along with the services provided by the universities, the students get several benefits like hostels, Indian canteens, travel arrangements, etc for the students.
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4. What type of curriculum is followed at the university? Is it recognised in India?
Is the curriculum followed by the university approved by NMC/MCI is one of the most important questions you should be verifying time and again with various sources. Globally two different medical curricula are followed- the European and US systems. Though the only major difference between the two is that of the name of the degree. If the university is listed by NMC/MCI, it is valid in India and if it is accredited by ECFMG/FAIMER it is valid in the USA.
5. What is the specific arrangement for ensuring the safety and comfort of the students at the university?
Apart from the country’s safety index, the students and parents must also thoroughly go through the university’s safety protocol. The safety concerns should not be just about the outside interferences but also within the university as well. Several universities have established regulations against ragging/bullying and checkpoints in hostels, canteens, and university premises.
Additional Point Of Pondering
FMGE/NExT Preparation
If the students wish to come back to India after completing MBBS abroad, they must be prepared for the FMGE/NExT exam. Many universities providing MBBS abroad provide special coaching and training for FMGE/NExT and similar coaching exams.
Ashiraj MBBS also provides coaching for the FMGE/NExT exam between the semester breaks and during their course with the Indian mentors for the students to get better guidance.
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