Kazakhstan is very near to the border of Uzbekistan. Three cities of the country have the status of republican significance and Kazakh city is one of them. Shymkent is the 3rd most populous city in Kazakhstan after Almaty and Astana. Population of the city is around 1,002,291 as of 11 June 2018. According to regional and city officials, Shymkent is located 690 km west of the city Almaty and 1,483 km south of the city Astana.
Kazakhstan is one of the emerging destination countries for students who want to pursue medical education abroad. A culturally and ethnically diverse country, Kazakhstan is home to multiple ethnic groups and provides equality among all. More than 40% of the population are non kazakhstani and from different countries.
If we compare the medical education of Kazakhstan with other countries it is far better then others.
City is considered as most suitable for the students with respect to the temperature variation, temperature of the city Shymkent varies from 7 degree celsius to -4 degree celsius in the winters.
South kazakhstan medical academy is a government university and it was founded in the year 1979 and right now it is having experience of more than 40 years in the field of medical education. University is located in the Shymkent city of kazakhstan. The foundation of South Kazakhstan Medical Academy makes every possible step for the betterment of medical education and gives assistance to medical students for their future endeavours. The faculty of South Kazakhstan Medical Academy gives regular training and proper internship for the students in the very final year.
SKMA is the choice of many students as the university is very near to Uzbekistan and students can also travel to other countries. Population of the city is quite big which provides great clinical exposure to the students.
SKMA is recognised by WHO and NMC and the degree is valid worldwide for the case this university is best suitable for Indian students.
| Country Ranking | 21 |
| World Ranking | 7001 |
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Admission in South Kazakhstan Medical Academy is the first step toward the journey. For this students need to cover the eligibility criteria of the university and in that there are only three points.
| University name | South Kazakhstan Medical Academy |
| Location of university | Shymkent , Kazakhstan |
| Founded in the year | 1979 |
| Type | Government university |
| Medium of teaching | English |
| Entrance exam ( IELTS/TOEFL ) | NO |
| NEET scorecard | Mandatory |
| Duration of course | 6 years ( 5+1) with internship |
| Ranking | University ranking - 21 World ranking - 7001 |
| Indian mess | Available |
SKMA is the government university of Kazakhstan and got recognised by various other bodies. Quality of education provided in the university matches the education of developed countries, and students are encouraged and always have the chance to participate in the research program and projects to sharpen their practical knowledge and exposure in the modern development in the medical field.
Duration of course offered in SKMA is 6 years and the university is fulfilling the NMC guideline with respect to the course duration.
South Kazakhstan Medical Academy offers a course of 6 years i.e 5 years + 1 year. First 5 years are reserved for theory class and in the last year students will go through internship and regular clinical rotations.
Once a student qualifies eligibility criteria they need to provide a list of documents mentioned below for the further process.
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MBBS in KAZAKHSTAN
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MBBS In Uzbekistan
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