1. University Overview:
Established in 2015 in Batumi, Georgia, BAU International University Batumi is a private institution recognized by WHO and accredited by India’s National Medical Commission (NMC). It is a member of the BAU Global network and hosts over 200 international students from 25+ countries, offering a modern English-medium MBBS program with integrated Georgian language modules.
2. Course Duration
The MBBS program extends over six academic years (360 ECTS), comprising:
• Years 1–2: Pre-clinical sciences (Anatomy, Histology, Physiology, Biochemistry) + Georgian language
• Year 3: Para-clinical subjects (Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Clinical Skills & OSCE)
• Years 4–5: Clinical rotations (Internal Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics) at the 500-bed University Hospital and affiliated clinics
• Year 6: Supervised 48-week internship and State Final Examination (OSCE & viva)
3. Documents Required
- Letter of Acceptance & Admission Letter
- Valid passport (minimum 18 months validity) + notarized Georgian translation
- Apostilled & translated 10th & 12th grade mark sheets (PCB)
- NEET-UG scorecard (for Indian students) or affidavit if NEET-exempt
- Medical fitness certificate & HIV-negative report
- Bank statement (6 months) & sponsorship letter
- Police clearance certificate
- 8–10 passport-sized photographs
4. Facilities & Infrastructure
- Smart lecture halls with multimedia support and campus-wide Wi-Fi
- Modern anatomy, biochemistry, microbiology, and simulation laboratories
- Research centers for Pharmacology and Public Health
- Digital library with access to over 500,000 e-books and medical journals
- On-campus 500-bed University Hospital and 15 partner clinics for clinical training
- Sports complex, gymnasium, cafeterias (including an Indian mess), student clinic, and cultural societies
5. Fee Structure (USD):
| Year |
Tuition (USD) |
Hostel & Mess (USD) |
| 1st Year |
$6,500 |
$2,500 |
| 2nd Year |
$6,500 |
$2,500 |
| 3rd Year |
$6,500 |
$2,500 |
| 4th Year |
$6,500 |
$2,500 |
| 5th Year |
$6,500 |
$2,500 |
| 6th Year |
$6,500 |
$2,500 |
| Total |
$39,000 |
$15,000 |
6. Eligibility Criteria:
- Minimum age: 17 years by December 31 of admission year
- Minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry & Biology (40% for reserved categories)
- NEET-UG qualification mandatory for Indian students
- No IELTS/TOEFL required; English-medium instruction
7. Rankings & Accreditation
- Ranked among the top 5 medical institutions in Batumi and top 34 in Georgia (EduRank)
- Listed in WHO’s World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS)
- Accredited by FAIMER and ECFMG
- Graduates eligible for USMLE, PLAB, NExT, and other licensing examinations
8. Hostel & Accommodation
- On-campus dormitories offering single and shared rooms, furnished with beds, study desks, wardrobes, and Wi-Fi
- Shared kitchens, laundry facilities, and common lounges
- Indian mess service available; annual cost $3,000
- Annual hostel & mess fee: $2,500
9. MBBS Syllabus (Year-wise):
1st Year
- Anatomy
- Histology
- Physiology
- Biochemistry
- Georgian Language I
- Clinical Skills I
2nd Year
- Microbiology
- Pharmacology
- Pathology
- Medical Genetics
- Georgian Language II
- Clinical Skills II
3rd Year
- Pathological Anatomy
- Pathophysiology
- Clinical Microbiology
- Pharmacology II
- Propaedeutics of Medicine & Surgery
4th Year
- Internal Medicine I
- Surgery I
- Obstetrics & Gynecology I
- Pediatrics I
- Community Medicine
5th Year
- Internal Medicine II
- Surgery II
- Obstetrics & Gynecology II
- Pediatrics II
- Elective Modules
6th Year
- Clinical Rotations: Medicine, Surgery, OBG, Pediatrics
- State Final Examination (OSCE & Viva)
