Islamic Azad University Kerman Branch Faculty of Medicine

The IAUKR campus is a large, integrated academic city featuring specialized centers for advanced medical research.

• Clinical Skills & Simulation Center: A high-tech facility where students practice emergency maneuvers and diagnostic techniques on smart mannequins.
• Anatomy & Histology Hall: Modern labs equipped with cadaveric study facilities and advanced microscopic imaging.
• Advanced Research Center (ARC): A multi-disciplinary center focusing on biotechnology, molecular biology, and regional health studies.
• Medical Informatics Hub: Supports digital learning and grants students 24/7 access to international medical journals (Scopus, PubMed, ClinicalKey).
• Microbiology and Parasitology Lab: A key facility given the province's importance in tropical medicine research.
• IT & Virtual Learning Suite: Facilitates hybrid learning models and national medical e-seminars.
• Central University Library: One of the largest in the province, with a dedicated wing for medical literature and quiet study rooms.
• Student Research Committee (SRC): Empowers international students to participate in high-impact medical research and publish in indexed journals.
• IAU Sports Complex: Includes an indoor swimming pool, gymnasiums, and multi-purpose courts for student wellness.
• Scientific Societies Hub: Space for collaborative student-led societies in fields like Surgery, Cardiology, and Neurosciences.

IAUKR students gain clinical experience through a robust network of affiliated hospitals in Kerman:

• Seyed-al-Shohada Hospital: A primary teaching hospital with specialized units for internal medicine and surgery.
• Payambare-Aazam Hospital: An affiliated multi-specialty facility providing high-volume clinical exposure.
• Regional Specialty Centers: Students also rotate through specialized public health centers focusing on pediatric and infectious diseases.

IAUKR provides a private-tier education with cost-effective tuition compared to Western or Indian private colleges.

Scholarship

• IAU Global Excellence Scholarship: High-achieving international students can qualify for tuition reductions of up to 20% after their first year.
• Research Stipends: Senior students participating in university-funded research projects in Molecular Medicine or Endocrinology may receive small monthly stipends.
• Siblings Discount: Available if more than one family member is enrolled in the Islamic Azad University system.

• The Vibe: Kerman is a historic desert city known for its stunning architecture, Ganjali Khan Complex, and proximity to the Lut Desert. It has a dry, pleasant climate for much of the year.
• Connectivity:
• Kerman International Airport: Offers regular domestic flights to Tehran and international flights to regional hubs.
• Rail: Directly connected to the national railway network (Tehran-Kerman line).
• Safety: Very high; the city is well-regarded for its peaceful environment and low crime rate.

• Accommodation: IAUKR provides furnished dormitories with high-security features. Hostels are typically equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and common kitchen areas.
• Dining: Subsidized meals (Persian and international styles) are served at the university cafeteria. Kerman’s local market (Bazaar) also offers a wide variety of fresh, low-cost produce.
• Vibe: Kerman is a safe and hospitable city. The campus atmosphere is disciplined yet multicultural, offering a calm environment suitable for the heavy demands of medical study.

• Intakes: Primarily September (Main Intake) and February.
• Documents: Requires high school transcripts (PCB aggregate), NEET scorecard (for Indians), Passport copy, and a Medical Fitness Certificate.
• Direct Enrollment: For, prospective students should coordinate directly with the International Student Affairs Office at the Kerman branch. They will provide a specific link to the branch-level registration portal once your initial eligibility is verified via a preliminary interview.