Bau International
University, Batumi

Overview

About The University

BAU International University, Batumi is a leading private medical institution located in Batumi, Georgia. It is part of the BAU Global Network, which includes prestigious educational institutions in Turkey, the USA, Germany, and other countries. The university launched its Faculty of Medicine in the academic year 2015–2016 and offers a globally recognized 6-year MD program, fully taught in English and aligned with international medical standards including USMLE, NMC (India), ECFMG (USA), and WFME.


The program emphasizes an American-style curriculum, early clinical exposure, and advanced simulation-based learning. Students benefit from state-of-the-art laboratories, dissection halls, virtual patient training, and an internationally recruited faculty. BAU Batumi is accredited by the National Centre for Educational Quality Enhancement (NCEQE), Georgia, and is listed in WDOMS.

TOEFL/
IELTS

Not Required

Admission
Criteria

NEET Passed

College
Rank

Among top

Key Highlights

Quick Facts About the University

Year of Establishment

University established in 2015, with its Faculty of Medicine launched in the academic year 2015–2016.

Location

Batumi, Georgia

Type of university

Private (Part of the BAU Global Education Network)

Official Recognition

The university holds multiple prestigious recognitions and accreditations:

  • Accredited by the National Centre for Educational Quality Enhancement (Georgia).
  • Recognized by WHO, NMC (India),
  • Approved ECFMG (USA), FAIMER, WFME, and
  • Listed in WDOMS.
Top Ranking

BAU International University. One of the most popular MBBS college in Georgia. College rank among top universities in country.

Courses Offered

MD / MBBS equivalent: 6-year program (360 ECTS = six academic years) Curriculum modelled on the U.S. system with strong emphasis on early clinical exposure, USMLE preparation, and simulated learning.

Infrastructure & Facilities

Modern facilities include simulation labs, anatomy and dissection halls, smart classrooms, library, virtual patient training systems, and university-supported housing options.

International Preference:

Highly preferred by international students due to: globally recognized curriculum,
English-medium instruction, USMLE prep availability, modern infrastructure, cultural diversity, and supportive international environment

Global Opportunities

Graduates can appear for FMGE/NEXT (India), USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and more, as the program meets international licensing criteria

Medium of Teaching:

Entire curriculum taught in English; local language (Georgian) support provided for clinical communication during hospital training.

MBBS Duration

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

Intake Time

Two intakes per year: January and September.

Faculty Strength

Faculty includes experienced international educators recruited from across the BAU Global Network, with a focus on hands-on medical education

Student Population

International student body from 25+ countries; increasing yearly intake since the first MD batch in 2015.

Fees Structure

Affordable Education

Fee 1st Year 2nd Year 3rd- 6th Year
Tuition Fee
USD 4800
USD 4800
USD 4800
Hostel & Mess
USD 3000
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

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