About the University
Founded in 1946, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences is one of the oldest medical universities in Iran. The university is acquired by the Government of Iran to provide MBBS in Iran to all Medical Aspirants. Its purpose is to utilize National Medical resources more desirably to promote Healthcare as well as Teaching and Research.
Currently, more than 9000 students are studying a variety of medical programs including MBBS at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences and research program.
Since its foundation, the university has made its mark in terms of training ambitious students and it is now one of the most reputed medical universities in Iran. It is approved by the Iran Ministry of Health, Treatment and Medical Education and various other institutions globally. Shiraz University of Medical Sciences is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC), Medical Council of Canada (MCC); recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russia; certified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG); registered with Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER), and are also listed with the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS). These global recognitions allow the graduates to work anywhere across the globe subject to clearance of the Medical Licensing Examination.
The Duration of MBBS in Iran at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences is 7 years. The University teaches MBBS courses in English Medium and Persian Medium as well.
