Tbilisi Medical Academy

About Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy, Georgia

In 1992, Tbilisi Medical Academy was founded by notable pediatric surgeon, Petre Shotadze who was also a Georgian physician.

In 1999, Tbilisi Medical Academy was renamed as “Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy”, following the demise of Dr. Shotadze. Since its establishment, TMA has grown up more than 1500 graduates who work successfully in leading Georgian and International Hospitals, Scientific Centres, and universities.

Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy is a teaching university, with highly qualified academic staff, and a self-governed higher education institution which conducts its activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.

TMA University
Intake for MBBS Course	September, 2020
Processing Time for MBBS Admission	45 to 60 days
Location	Tbilisi, Georgia
Basic Eligibility	50% in PCB
NEET Exam	Yes, it is compulsory
Annual Tuition Fees (Approx.)	Rs.4.55 Lakhs/Year
Course Duration	6 years with internship
Medium of Education	English
University Ranking	Country - 29 World - 11294

Why Study MBBS at Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy?

Below are some of the benefits of studying at Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy:

• The MBBS course is completely taught in the English medium of instruction and thus there is an increase in the number of international and Indian students.

• Students are not required to clear IELTS or TOEFL for admission.

• There is no entrance exam required for admission.

• Tbilisi Medical Academy provides on-campus accommodation facilities to students.

• The university provides quality education that matches international standards.

• Students will get a universally recognized MBBS degree after the successful completion of the course.

• No donation required for admission.

• The university consists of highly qualified, talented, staff. The university has maintained a good teacher-student ratio.

Mentioned below is the duration of the MBBS course:

The duration of the MBBS course at Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy is 6 years, out of which 1 year is the internship.

• First 5 years - theoretical or academic medical education

• Last one year - hands-on experience or an internship in an affiliated hospital. Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria to study MBBS at Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy is as follows:

• The candidate must be over 17 and below 25 years old on or before the date in which the admission is being taken.

• The applicant should have secured at least 60% aggregate in all the above-mentioned subjects in 10+2 and 40% if the applicant falls under the category SC/ST/OBC.

• The applicant must clear the NEET exam as it is mandatory for students coming from India.

• It is mandatory for the applicants to clear both IELTS and TOEFL exams. Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of admission to Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy:

• Birth Certificate (In English)

• 10th (SSLC) Mark sheet and Certificates

• 11th & 12th Mark sheet and Certificates

• Original Passport (With minimum validity of 2 years)

• 6 Photos (Passport size)

• Filled application form

• NEET Score Card

• Transfer Certificate

• Health Certificate with HIV reports by recognized hospital

• Medical Insurance

• Migration Certificate

• An affidavit from the guardian/ parent

• Bank statement of guardian/parent for the last 6 months having a minimum balance of 3.00 Lakhs in their respective accounts.

Courses Offered at Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy

Georgia’s Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy has a single faculty - ‘Faculty of Medicine’:

The subjects taught under this faculty are:

•Physiology

•Human Anatomy

•Radiology

•Pharmacology

•Pediatrics

Medium of Teaching

The medium of instruction used at Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy for MBBS education is mentioned below:

At this university, the medium of instruction for the MBBS course is English. Professors also prefer teaching the Georgian language at the university so that students can communicate with the local patients without any trouble during their internship.

Accreditation and Recognition

The Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy is recognized and accredited by many medical bodies such as:-

• World Health Organization (WHO)

• Georgian ministry of health

• AMSE (Association of medical school in Europe)

• AMEE (Association of medical education in Europe)

• World Health Organization (WHO)

• Education Commission For Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG)

• National center of education quality enhancement

• European Medical Students Association (EMSA)

• World Federation of Medical Education (WFME)

• International Medical Education Directory (IMED)

Hostel and Accommodation

Following are the hostel facilities at Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy:

• The hostel tries to give the best facilities to the students. Thus, it provides well-furnished hostels.

• Rooms of the hostel at this university are quite large and spacious.

The following facilities are provided at the hostels:-

• Internet facility

• Separate Study rooms

• 24-hour hot water supply

• Kitchens with modern types of equipment

• Large and spacious library

Student's Life

The life of students studying MBBS at Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy is as follows:

• According to Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy, students are their precious assets and thus the university strives to provide the best educational experience to its students.

• It provides a large well-equipped library to its students consisting of over 2000 books and study materials.

• Study process at this university is recognized by international standards.

• At Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy students have opportunities to participate in various exchange programs, become part of exciting short term internships in European clinics, and gain scientific experience both on a national and international level.

• At the university, there is a Student Academy which is a students’ voluntary union, developed to facilitate students’ involvement in TMA activities, support maintenance or contacts with TMA students and graduates, and to encourage student initiatives.

• This university also takes care of students’ health and wellbeing which is supported by the First Aid center, at the Objectively Structured Clinical Skills Examination (OSCE) Centre, which is fully equipped with necessary inventory and medication for quick delivery of emergency care.