Benha National University Faculty of Medicine

- Obour, Egypt
Abroad

General Information

The Benha National University (BNU) Faculty of Medicine, located in the modern Obour City, is a "fourth-generation" university designed to offer high-quality, competitive medical education. Established in 2022, it operates under the national university system which aims to bridge the gap between traditional public and expensive private education. The faculty uses a modern Credit-Hour System (204 hours) and focuses on a patient-centered, integrated medical curriculum.


General Info

  • Established: 2022.
  • Location: Entertainment District, Main Axis, Obour City, Egypt.
  • Degree Awarded: Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS).
  • Duration: 7 Years (5 years of academic study + 2 years of clinical training/internship).
  • Language of Instruction: English.
  • Accreditation: Recognized by the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education and NAQAAE, benefiting from the long-standing expertise of the parent institution, Benha University.

Campus Facilities

  • State-of-the-Art Labs: Equipped with high-end medical tools for Biochemistry, Physiology, and Histology.
  • Clinical Simulation Center: A high-fidelity facility where students simulate real-life medical emergencies before clinical rotations.
  • Electronic Assessment System: Fully digitized examination and student tracking systems to ensure transparency and objectivity.
  • Smart Lecture Halls: Amphitheater-style rooms with advanced multimedia, allowing for interactive and remote learning.
  • Advanced Research Hubs: Dedicated space for medical informatics and regenerative medicine research.
  • Student Services Building: Includes a modern library, social activity halls, and integrated administrative services.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • New Benha University Hospital: Students train in the newly developed hospital project in Benha, which features cutting-edge medical departments.
  • Obour Medical Centers: Access to community health and specialized care centers within Obour City for early clinical exposure.
  • Advanced Diagnostic Tech: Rotations include exposure to advanced MRI, multi-slice CT scans, and robotic surgery foundations.
  • University Hospital Network: BNU students benefit from the established network of hospitals under Benha University, which runs four major hospitals.

Fee Structure

State University Affordability

Fees for international students are paid in USD, providing a premium experience at a regulated price.

Fee Category

Amount in USD

Approx. EGP

Registration Fee (1st Year only)

$1,500

~73,500 EGP

Initial Payment (Oct/July)

$3,500

~171,500 EGP

Monthly Installment (5 months)

$500

~24,500 EGP

Total Annual Tuition

$6,000 - $7,500

~294,000 - 367,500 EGP

Scholarships:

  • Academic Merit: Significant discounts for students with high scores in their secondary school certificates.
  • Excellence Incentives: Maintaining a high cumulative GPA can lead to annual tuition reductions.

City Details

  • Vibe: Obour City is one of the most organized and clean suburbs of Greater Cairo. It is an industrial and educational hub with plenty of green spaces and a quiet environment.
  • Connectivity:
  • Air: Located approximately 20 minutes from Cairo International Airport (CAI).
  • Road: Directly connected to Cairo via the Ismailia Desert Road and the Middle Ring Road.
  • Safety: Very high security; the campus is situated in a well-developed "Entertainment District."

Hostel & Mess

  • Obour Campus Housing: Modern, newly built university hostels featuring Wi-Fi and 24/7 security.
  • University Food Courts: Healthy, Halal meal options are available on-campus with a variety of private food vendors.
  • Cost: Hostel fees typically range from $50 to $100 per month for university housing.

Miscellaneous

  • Academic: Scientific Baccalaureate (S1 or S2) or equivalent. Requires a minimum score (typically around 90% for Medicine) and strong proficiency in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
  • Required Documents:
  • Certified copy of the Baccalaureate certificate and transcripts.
  • High school report cards for the final year (Terminale).
  • Motivation Letter and Personal Statement (Highlighting medical passion).
  • Birth certificate and passport-size photos.
  • Age Advantage: BNU specifically targets students who want to enter medicine without the rigid age-related restrictions found in some public sector admissions, focusing instead on potential and merit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.

While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.

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Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.

Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.

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