European University in Tbilisi Georgia

About European University Georgia

European University in Tbilisi, Georgia, gained its status as a teaching university in 2011 by the decision of the Board of Authorisation of Educational Institutions. The university started implementing new programmes in law, business, medicine, humanities and social sciences with bachelor’s and master’s degrees.

The Faculty of Medicine of the European University of Georgia started operating in 2014. The university invested in modernising its campus and hiring well-known experts in the field with many years of medical and pedagogical experience.

Many international students who wish to study medicine in English abroad choose this medical university because of the variety of teaching and evaluation approaches. Future doctors have the opportunity to master theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

Furthermore, the university has taken care of clerkships and bedside teaching by signing agreements with around 60 clinics around Georgia. Thus, you don’t worry about organisational details and focus on learning instead.

In addition, European University is the owner of Jo Ann University Hospital. The medical centre has been a primary provider of cardiology and cardiac surgery in Georgia for 25 years. Moreover, it is the country's first hospital specialising in newborn and pediatric heart surgery. Imagine all that you can learn here during your clinical hours.

Being a student at the European University in Tbilisi is a remarkable journey through the medical world. It starts with the micro pieces that build bodies and travel through human anatomy and how it works. In the first years, young scholars attend lectures and study the most modern medical literature. Soon after, medical students go through simulated real-life situations to gain experience and confidence.

While simulators are exciting and can teach many new skills, nothing beats real-life experience. And the major clinics that cooperate with the university provide plenty of it. You will face real situations with real patients and get a taste of what it means to be a doctor.

What makes this university most preferable among other medical schools in Georgia is its constant investment in growing and developing extracurricular activities and research. Every technology and literature matters when it comes to medicine and the growth of the student’s knowledge. That’s why European University Georgia doesn’t spare money when it comes to the right way of education.

Currently, the university has Medicine and Dentistry programmes fully taught in English. As in most universities in Europe, the medical course is awarded a Medical Doctor (MD) degree after successful graduation.

The Dentistry programme earns a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree.

Student transfers are also offered.

The university address is II Building, 17 Sarajishvili Street, 0189 Tbilisi, Georgia.

Mission

The European University in Georgia is committed to sustainable growth, founded on European values, and its mission is to:

• Promote the personal satisfaction and innovation of local students, international students, and academic staff through the development of critical thinking, creative and academic skills;
• Provide education of high quality;
• Providing active involvement and contribution to the formation of Georgia’s knowledge society and knowledge-based economy;
• Encourage scientific/research;
• Prepare doctors for local and foreign jobs markets;
• Ensure academic freedom for students and academic staff.

Extracurricular and Leisure Activities

Tbilisi’s European University’s students are well-prepared, which allows them to participate in medical championships and competitions constantly. Aspiring doctors here can compete for cash prizes, though traveling around the world to acquire new medical skills and knowledge is a sufficient reward. 

The European University team won 3rd place among 213 other competitors in the 2nd International Diagnostic Championship. They were awarded gift cards and an inSimu Premium subscription, a simulator app for medical situations.

The university encourages future doctors with love for sports. There are volleyball, basketball, dance, and futsal teams that wait for their champions. Indeed, students never lack recreational activities because the school organises graduation, welcome, and new year parties. 

In addition, you will participate in field trips, national and thematic events, and charitable and social responsibility projects. 

European University in Tbilisi provides the most advanced technologies for education and encourages everyone to do their best. As additional motivation, 5 of their brightest students are selected to participate in an exchange programme with living expenses fully covered by the school.

European University in Tbilisi Tuition fees

For Medical and Dental Degrees:

European University Tbilisi charges international students in USD. The annual fee for the 6-year MD programme is USD 5,500 (around €5,200), and the dentistry course is held for 5 years at the cost of USD 4,500 (approximately €4,200) per year. The last 2 years of the dentistry course are $5000 (approximately €4,800).

The MD and DMD programmes aim to prepare you to meet modern standards. To rely on the principles of evidence-based medicine, use qualitative research ethical and communication skills, establish themselves, and develop professionally in a constantly changing environment.

European University in Tbilisi Admission Requirements

To apply for this university, students need to have earned a high-school diploma and be fluent in English since they will be studying in English. There are no entrance exams in this medical school. Students who have acquired their diplomas can contact Medlink Students to start the application process with the university.

European University Tbilisi offers 4 intakes throughout the year:

• March intake; application deadline: 1st February
• May intake; application deadline: 1st April
• October intake; application deadline: 1st September
• December intake; application deadline: 20th November

Medlink Students can help students gain entry to European University in Tbilisi. The comprehensive service maximises the chances of aspiring doctors getting admitted to medical school. The service includes:

• Simplification of the application process
• Support through the duration of the education
• Help with the doctor's registration process in the UK

Medlink Students is the exclusive UK representative for European University in Tbilisi, Georgia. Please beware of any agents/companies giving you false promises. Medlink Students is the only student support agency that can facilitate official admission to the university.

Accreditation

Graduating from this medical school means a globally recognised diploma and the right to continue your studies or start practising in the student’s preferred country.

The European University in Tbilisi, Georgia, is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools, recognised by the World Health Organisation (WHO). It is also accredited by the Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER). In addition, the university is a member of the Association for Medical Education in Europe (AMEE) and the Association for Medical Schools in Europe (AMSE).

We helped one graduate from the European University register their primary medical qualification (PMQ) successfully in the UK in early 2022. After assessing the PMQ MD degree via the eligibility registration process, the medical council added the university as an institution awarding medical qualifications in their database. The MD programme, curriculum, and study hours were approved. After approval of the graduate's documents was registered, the remaining part is for the graduate doctor to pass the exams for provisional or full registration for licensing to practise.

Accommodation

Like the university, the dormitory building is modernly built with a housing capacity of 300 students. It includes more than 15,000 square feet of rooms, facilities, and leisure time spaces.

There are double rooms furnished with beds, desks, chairs, air conditioning, and central heating. Every room has its own private bathroom.

Despite the high-standard dormitory building, the monthly dorm rent is affordable - around €100. And no, there is no catch here. The university wants its students to be as comfortable as they are at home without wasting too much money.

Georgia's living cost is very affordable compared to Western European countries. A single-bedroom apartment costs between €300 and €450 per month, depending on the location. Monthly living costs are another €450 per month in Tbilisi.

Life as a Medical Student in Tbilisi, Georgia

Tbilisi is an old and intricate city to explore. It was created 1,300 years ago to serve as the new capital of the Iberian king, who needed a town that was easy to defend. Tbilisi’s location in the Caucasus mountains along the Mtkvari River was a purely defensive choice, but the consequences 13 centuries later are genuinely spectacular. 

The capital stretches on both sides of the Mtkvari, which cools the air in the hot Georgian summers. Meanwhile, the roads wind around the hills of the Lower Caucasus, and each climb upwards rewards wanderers with the city's glorious sights.

Speaking of sights, Tbilisi has plenty of those, both natural and man-made. The Old Town has architectural marvels like Orthodox cathedrals, public libraries, theatres, and the breathtaking Parliament. Bridges are another sight in Georgia, and young students feel pleased to place love lock charms on them. It is a common sight, considering the student population in the city. 

Local universities claim 35,000 students, and about 5,000 are international students. Each school has its international community, but there are city-wide clubs and groups with no affiliation limits for participants. 

Naturally, the local nightlife is booming with so many young people. International DJs are a common sight in the local clubs, and fans of subtler delights can always find comfort in the local cuisine and the millennia-old wine tradition.

Tbilisi indeed sounds and looks like a lifetime experience. But don't just take our word for it, have a listen to what one of the graduate students has to share about his experience at the Tbilisi Georgia University by playing this Q&A session.

Embracing Diversity: A Journey through Multicultural Campus Life in Tbilisi

Discover the allure of Tbilisi, a city that thrives on diversity and inclusiveness. The European University in Tbilisi caters to students from diverse ethnicities, religions, and cultures.

Mosques, churches, and synagogues adorn the cityscape, representing harmony and spirituality. Explore a culinary landscape with vegan, kosher, and halal restaurants, embracing different dietary preferences. Georgian culture prioritizes the well-being of all, including hijabi women. Throughout the campus and city, the faculty of medicine fosters an atmosphere of celebration and acceptance, honouring the richness of cultural backgrounds.

Would You Like to Take a Virtual Walk Inside - and Outside of the Campus?

You can now view European University in Tbilisi in and around. Simply click the link below and follow the instructions there:

• Virtual walk: https://eu.edu.ge/eu360/

Term Dates

The academic year begins on the 17th of October. The first semester ends in early February. Then you will have a 2-week examination session.

The second semester starts in early April and ends at the end of July. Immediately after, the exam period follows and again lasts 2 weeks and ends in mid-June.

For December intake: