Islamic Azad University Bojnourd Branch Faculty of Medicine

The IAUB campus is a sprawling academic complex designed to support both rigorous study and student wellness.

• Clinical Skills Lab: A dedicated simulation center where students practice diagnostic and emergency procedures on advanced medical mannequins.
• Anatomy & Dissection Hall: High-standard facilities for human morphological study, essential for foundational medical training.
• Advanced Research Labs: Features units for Microbiology, Biochemistry, and Pathology equipped with modern diagnostic tools.
• Central Library: Houses a significant collection of medical textbooks and provides 24/7 access to digital databases like Scopus and PubMed.
• Telemedicine Center: Utilized for specialized training and connecting with regional healthcare networks.
• IT & Medical Informatics Hub: Supports e-learning platforms and training in digital healthcare records.
• Medical Ethics Unit: Focuses on the integration of ethical standards in clinical practice.
• Student Research Committee: An active student-led body that promotes participation in national and international medical congresses.
• Indoor Sports Complex: Includes facilities for futsal, volleyball, and fitness training to promote student health.
• Botanical & Medicinal Plant Garden: Used for research in pharmacology and traditional herbal medicine.

IAUB partners with several major healthcare centers in Bojnourd to provide comprehensive clinical training:

• Imam Ali Hospital: A primary teaching hospital in Bojnourd where students conduct most of their specialized surgical and internal medicine clerkships.
• Bent-al-Hoda Hospital: Specialized in Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Pediatrics, providing critical training in maternal and neonatal health.
• Social Security (Tamin Ejtemaie) Hospital: An affiliated site providing a high volume of diverse clinical cases for student observation.
• Regional Health Centers: Students rotate through these units to master primary healthcare and community-based medicine.

IAUB offers a cost-effective medical education compared to private institutions in Europe or major Asian cities.

Scholarship

• Merit-Based Waivers: High-performing international students can apply for partial tuition discounts (10% to 20%) based on their annual GPA.
• Early Enrollment Benefit: Occasional discounts for students who complete their registration and full fee payment before the semester start date.
• Research Grants: Available for senior students who assist in university-funded clinical or epidemiological studies.

• The Vibe: Bojnourd is the capital of North Khorasan, famous for its natural parks (like Baba Aman) and traditional hospitality. It offers a calm lifestyle with much less pollution and traffic than Tehran.
• Connectivity:
• Bojnourd Airport: Offers regular domestic flights, primarily to Tehran.
• Road: Well-connected by highways to Mashhad (approx. 3.5 hours away) and other major regional hubs.
• Safety: Very high; the city and university campus are considered exceptionally safe for international residents.

• Accommodation: IAUB provides secure dormitories for international students. Rooms are typically shared (2-4 people) and include basic amenities such as Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and study areas.
• Dining: Subsidized hot meals are available at the University Dining Hall. Shared kitchens are also provided in most hostels for students who prefer to cook their own meals.
• Vibe: Bojnourd is known as the "City of Springs." It is a peaceful, safe, and welcoming city with a cool mountainous climate, providing an ideal environment for focused medical study.

• Intake: Primarily September (Fall Intake).
• Documents: Requires high school transcripts (PCB aggregate), NEET scorecard (for Indians), Passport, and a Medical Fitness Certificate.
• Application: For, prospective students can apply through the Azad University International Admission Portal