West Kazakhstan Marat Ospanov
State Medical University, Kazakhstan:

Overview

About The University

West Kazakhstan Marat Ospanov State Medical University (WKSMU), located in Aktobe, is one of the most prominent medical institutions in Kazakhstan. Established in 1957, the university has a long-standing legacy of excellence in medical education and research. It was renamed in honour of Marat Ospanov in 1997, a notable public and political figure in Kazakhstan.

TOEFL/
IELTS

Not Required

Admission
Criteria

NEET Passed

College
Rank

Among top

Key Highlights

Quick Facts About the University

Year of Establishment

Founded in 1957 as Aktobe State Medical Institute; renamed in 1997 after Marat Ospanov.

Location

Kazakhstan

Type of university

Public

Official Recognition

The university holds multiple prestigious recognitions and accreditations:

  • Recognized by WHO
  • Approved by NMC (India)
  • Listed by FAIMER & ECFMG
  • Accredited by Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Education and Science
Top Ranking

It is regarded as the top medical university in Kazakhstan, known for offering an excellent quality of education.

Courses Offered

WKSMU offers a wide range of academic programs in the medical and healthcare fields, including:

  • General Medicine
  • (MBBS)
  • Dentistry
  • Pharmacy
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Public Health and
  • Nursing
  • Postgraduate
  • Doctoral Programs (PhD.)
Infrastructure & Facilities

The university features huge academic buildings, a well-equipped simulation center, modern laboratories, dental and medical clinics, and a library. Students
have access to sports complexes and cultural activity centres as well

International Preference:

WKSMU is increasingly becoming a preferred choice for international students due to:

  • Low tuition fees and affordable cost of living
  • English-medium programs tailored for foreign students
  • Focus on practical learning and hospital exposure
  • Easy admission process and visa assistance
Global Opportunities

The global opportunity of the institute are as follow:

  • The MBBS degree is globally accepted
  • Graduates are eligible to appear for international licensing exams like FMGE (India), USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), etc.
  • Students can pursue higher studies or medical practice in countries like USA, UK, Germany, and India
Medium of Teaching:

The MBBS course is taught in English, making it ideal for international students. Some clinical subjects may be supported with Kazakh or Russian during hospital rotations.

MBBS Duration

5 years academic + 1-year internship = total 6 years.

Intake Time

Two intakes per year: January and September

Faculty Strength

The university has around 644 faculty members, including experienced professors, researchers, and practicing doctors.

Student Population

More than 3,500 students are currently enrolled, including a growing number of international students from countries like India, Russia, and others.

Fees Structure

Affordable Education

Fee 1st Year 2nd Year 3rd- 6th Year
Tuition Fee
USD 4100
USD 4100
USD 4100
Hostel
USD 500
Food
USD 1200
Document

Documents Required

X & XII Marksheets

NEET
Scorecard

Passport Document

Bank
Statement

X & XII Marksheets

NEET Scorecard

Passport Document

Passport Size Photo

Bank Statement

Passport Size Photo

HIV, COVID Report

Gallery

Campus Life

A Quick Look

Fast Facts for Future Scholars

PARTICULARS HIGHLIGHT
RECOGNITIONS
WHO, listed in World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), NMC (India), ECFMG, FAIMER, WFME
NUMBER OF STUDENTS
Approximately 3,000–4,000 active medical
MBBS DURATION
5 years academic + 1-year internship = total 6 years
TUITION FEES
MESS AND HOSTEL FEES
TOEFL/IELTS REQUIREMENT
Not required
NEET
Required (with minimum qualifying marks)
INTAKE TIME
Two intakes per year: January and September)
MEDIUM OF TEACHING
English (with basic Russian classes for clinical practice)
Document

Document Required

X & XII Marksheets

NEET Scorecard

Passport

Passport Size Photo

HIV, COVID Report

Bank Statement

Gallery

Student's Life