Tbilisi Open Teaching University

Tbilisi Open Teaching University (TOTU) – Enhancing Medical Education in Georgia

University Overview

Founded: 2002

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

Location: Tbilisi, Georgia

Medium of Instruction: English, Georgian, Russian

Accreditations:

• Included in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS)
• Approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC), India
• Accredited by the Georgian National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement
• ECFMG Certified (for US residencies)

Key Benefits for Students

• ✔ Low Tuition Fees – Less expensive than Western medical schools
• ✔ 100% English-Medium Programs – No local language barrier
• ✔ Globally Recognized Degrees – Eligible for USMLE, PLAB, and NEXT exams
• ✔ Modern Facilities – Well-equipped labs, simulation centers, and teaching hospitals
• ✔ Multicultural Environment – Students from India, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East
• ✔ Early Clinical Exposure – Hands-on training from the 2nd year

Academic Programs

1. Medicine (MD – 6 Years)

   Curriculum:

   • Pre-Clinical Years (1-3): Basic Medical Sciences (Anatomy, Biochemistry, Physiology)
   • Clinical Years (4-6): Internal Medicine rotations, Surgery, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, etc.

   Clinical Training:

   • Tbilisi affiliated hospitals
   • Optional US/Europe international electives
2. Dentistry (5 Years) – Clinical dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery in state-of-the-art dental clinics
3. Pharmacy (4 Years) – Pharmacology, clinical pharmacy, drug development
4. Nursing & Public Health (4 Years)

Admission Requirements (2024-2025)

• High school diploma (Biology + Chemistry mandatory)
• NEET qualification (for Indian students)
• English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5+ / TOEFL 65+ (or university entrance test)
• Entrance Exam: Basic science test (online/offline)

Application Deadlines:

• Fall Intake: August 31
• Spring Intake: January 31

Tuition & Living Costs (2024)

Accommodation: $1,000 - $1,800/year (university dormitories)

Living Expenses: $300 - $500/month (food, transport, etc.)

Clinical Training & Facilities

• Teaching Hospitals: TOTU-affiliated hospitals in Tbilisi
• Simulation labs for hands-on training

Research Opportunities: Student research projects, conferences & publications

International Recognition

• HO & NMC Approved
• CFMG Certified (for US residencies)
• ligible for PLAB (UK) & AMC (Australia)
• egree recognized in EU, Middle East & India

Student Support Services

• Visa & Residency Guidance
• Airport Pickup & Orientation
• On-Campus Accommodation
• USMLE/NEXT Training
• Indian Food Arrangements Nearby