Gomel State Medical University

GSMU is famous for its "clinical base," which is considered one of the most technologically advanced in Belarus.

• Main Administration & Lecture Hall: Located in the city center, featuring high-capacity multimedia theaters.
• Multimodal Simulation Center: A modern facility with specialized virtual reality trainers for surgery, obstetrics, and emergency care.
• Department of Diagnostic Radiology: Equipped with latest-generation MRI, CT, and Ultrasound technology for student training.
• Scientific Research Laboratory: Focuses on the long-term biological effects of environmental factors.
• Practical Skills Labs: Dedicated spaces for early-years students to practice foundational nursing and clinical skills.
• Digital Library: Includes a vast physical collection and high-speed access to international biomedical databases.
• University Pharmacy: A training ground for students to understand clinical pharmacology in a real-world setting.
• Gymnasium & Sports Grounds: Facilities for volleyball, basketball, and indoor athletics.
• Professorial Advisory Center: A clinic where students observe senior faculty providing specialized patient consultations.
• Hostel 5 (International): A modern, block-style dormitory dedicated to foreign students with integrated study rooms.

Clinical rotations are highly organized and take place across the city's specialized health centers:

• Gomel Regional Clinical Hospital: The primary 1,000+ bed teaching hospital for surgery and internal medicine.
• Republican Research Center for Radiation Medicine: A world-class facility where students learn about the impacts of radiation and advanced immunology.
• Specialized Clinics: Rotations at regional oncological, cardiological, and infectious disease centers provide a high volume of diverse clinical cases.

GSMU is currently one of the most budget-friendly government medical universities in Belarus.

Scholarships

• Academic Merit Stipends: Small monthly stipends awarded by the university for students maintaining a high GPA.
• Governmental Grants: Available through bilateral inter-state agreements (check your local Ministry of Education).
• Research Assistance: Financial support may be provided for students participating in university-funded radiation medicine projects.
• International Foundations: Students frequently apply for external funding like the Nigerian TETFund or Indian state-level scholarships.

• The Vibe: Gomel is the second-largest city in Belarus, known for its beautiful Palace and Park Ensemble and its status as a "student city." It is exceptionally safe and walkable.
• Connectivity:
• Transport: Excellent trolleybus and bus network.
• Air: Students fly into Minsk (MSQ) and take a 3.5-hour train or bus to Gomel.
• Safety: Very high. The university and city administration maintain a secure environment for all international residents.

• Accommodation: The university operates 6 hostels. International students are typically housed in block-style dorms where each "block" has its own kitchen, bathroom, and shower.
• Dining: Several student cafeterias (eateries) are spread across the campus. There is a strong Indian and international food culture due to the large foreign student population.
• Vibe: Youthful and active. Gomel is a green, picturesque city with many parks and a riverfront, offering a peaceful yet stimulating environment for study.

• Accreditation: WHO, WFME, NMC (India), GMC (UK), MCC (Canada), and ECFMG (USA).
• Success Rate: GSMU graduates have a high passing rate in the FMGE (India) and other national licensing exams.
• Degree Status: Doctor of Medicine (MD).