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Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Tbilisi State Medical University
🇬🇪 Tbilisi, Georgia · WHO-listed · Georgia's oldest medical university

General Medicine (MD)

Study medicine in English at Georgia's oldest and most established medical university. The 6-year MD is WHO-recognised, affordable, and popular with students from the Middle East and South Asia.

6 years
Full-time duration
$8,000
Tuition (international)
September 2026
Next intake
IELTS 5.5
English requirement
Overview

Tbilisi State Medical University is Georgia's oldest and most established medical school. Its 6-year English-taught General Medicine (MD) is listed by the WHO, affordable, and popular with students from the Middle East and South Asia — with clinical training in Tbilisi's teaching hospitals and strong preparation for international licensing exams.

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Entry requirements

What you'll need

AcademicHigh school diploma with Biology & Chemistry
EnglishIELTS 5.5 or entrance/online interview
AssessmentSubject interview in Biology & Chemistry
DocumentsHigh school transcripts, medical fitness certificate, passport
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Worried about admission? TSMU assesses Biology and Chemistry through an interview rather than a heavy written exam — your counsellor helps you prepare and apply.

What you'll study

Core modules

01 Anatomy & Histology
02 Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
03 Pathology
04 Internal Medicine
05 Surgery & Obstetrics
06 Clinical Rotations
After you graduate

Career outcomes

WHO-recognised

MD accepted worldwide

$8,000/yr

Among Europe's most affordable MDs

USMLE/PLAB prep

Graduates sit international licensing exams

Visa-free

Entry for 90+ nationalities

How to apply

Application timeline

January – April 2026
Prepare your application
Gather transcripts, medical fitness certificate, and prepare for the subject interview. Your counsellor guides you free of charge.
April – July 2026
Submit application & interview
Apply directly to TSMU and complete the Biology & Chemistry interview (often online). Decisions are usually fast.
May – August 2026
Receive admission decision
The university issues your offer and enrolment documents. Your counsellor follows up on your behalf.
July – August 2026
Entry & residence permit
Most nationalities enter Georgia visa-free, then apply for a study residence permit after arrival. Arrange health insurance.
September 2026
Orientation & semester start
Arrive in Tbilisi, complete enrolment, and begin your 6-year MD programme.
Fees & funding

Tuition fees & deposit

Tuition (international)Per annum$8,000
Application feeOne-time~$50–100
DepositBefore enrolmentFirst semester tuition (instalments available)

Indicative figures for September 2026 entry. Government bilateral scholarships and merit discounts can reduce tuition, and instalment plans are widely available. Your counsellor confirms exact fees and matches every scholarship you qualify for — at no cost.

Scholarships

Funding you may be eligible for

Georgia keeps tuition low and adds bilateral government scholarships and university merit discounts. Your counsellor will match you with every award you qualify for and handle the applications.

Government Bilateral Scholarships
Georgian Government (Ministry of Education)
Tuition waiver
Coverage: Full or partial tuition waiver
Eligibility: Students from partner countries via bilateral agreements
Duration: Full programme
Deadline: Varies by agreement
Source: mes.gov.ge, 2026
University Merit Discounts
Individual Georgian universities
10–30% tuition discount
Coverage: Tuition fee reduction based on academic merit
Eligibility: Academic excellence — varies by university
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Deadline: With admission application
Source: university scholarship offices, 2026
Government Scholarships (home country)
Saudi SACM, Kuwaiti, Qatari & other national programmes
Full award
Coverage: Tuition + living allowance + flights
Eligibility: Sponsored students from GCC & MENA countries
Duration: Full programme length
Deadline: Set by your national scholarship authority
Source: national scholarship authorities, 2026
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Not sure which scholarships you qualify for? Your counsellor reviews every option and handles the applications — at no cost to you.

Loans & financing

Alternative funding options

Georgia is one of the world's most affordable study destinations. If you need to spread costs, these options help.

Part-time work
Study/residence permit allows employment
No strict limit

International students in Georgia may work part-time without a strict hour cap. English-speaking jobs are available in tourism, IT, and education, paying around $4–8/hour.

Instalment tuition plans
Offered by many Georgian universities
Per semester

Several Georgian universities let international students pay tuition in semester or monthly instalments rather than upfront — your counsellor confirms the options at your chosen university.

Family support & savings
Standard route for proof of funds
Low threshold

Georgia's cost of living is among the lowest of any study destination, so the funds you must show are modest. Most students prove them through family savings or a sponsor declaration.

Living costs

Monthly budget in Tbilisi

Tbilisi is a warm, welcoming capital where the cost of living is among the lowest of any study destination — with a large Middle Eastern and South Asian student community and a relaxed, safe lifestyle.

Rent$200–$400
Food$150–$250
Transport$15–$25
Health insurance$30–$50
Personal$80–$150
Estimated total$475–$875/month

One of the most affordable study destinations worldwide.

Student visa

Visa requirements for Georgia

Visa typeResidence permit for study (visa-free entry to apply on arrival)
Fee~$50–100
Financial proofProof of tuition payment + bank statement
Health insuranceRequired — local providers ~$30–50/month
EntryVisa-free entry for 90+ nationalities (stay up to 1 year)
Post-graduationCan apply for a work permit; growing Tbilisi job market
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Your counsellor guides you through the full visa process — from document preparation to embassy appointment booking.

Student stories

Hear from our students

"A WHO-listed medical degree in English for $8,000 a year, in a safe and affordable city, was the opportunity I'd been searching for. My counsellor prepared me for the interview and handled my residence permit. I'm now preparing for the USMLE."
YK
Yousef K.
General Medicine (MD), TSMU — Year 4 · 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
"Visa-free entry made the move simple, and Tbilisi's huge international student community made me feel at home. SAG guided my whole application — the clinical training is hands-on and the cost is unbeatable."
LA
Layla A.
General Medicine (MD), TSMU — Year 5 · 🇪🇬 Egypt
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is the medicine programme taught in English and internationally recognised?
Yes — TSMU's 6-year General Medicine (MD) is fully English-taught and listed in the WHO World Directory of Medical Schools. Graduates pursue licensing in the Gulf, Europe, North America, and beyond, subject to local board exams.
Is there a tough entrance exam?
Admission is assessed mainly through a Biology and Chemistry interview rather than a heavy written exam, often conducted online. Your counsellor helps you prepare and apply.
Can I sit the USMLE or PLAB after graduating?
Yes — because TSMU is WHO-listed, graduates are eligible to sit international licensing exams such as the USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), and SMLE (Saudi Arabia). Many TSMU graduates do so successfully.
Do I need a visa, and how affordable is Tbilisi?
Citizens of 90+ countries enter Georgia visa-free and apply for a study residence permit after arrival. Tbilisi is one of the world's cheapest study cities — students live on roughly $475–$875 per month.
Can I work while studying?
Yes — international students may work part-time without a strict hour cap, though medical studies are demanding. English-speaking roles are available in tourism, IT, and education.
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