Islamic Azad University Zahedan Branch Faculty of Medicine

The IAUZ campus features modern facilities designed for high-level medical and surgical training.

• Clinical Skills Center (CSC): A modern simulation lab where students master diagnostic and emergency procedures before hospital entry.
• Infectious Disease Research Hub: Leveraging the city's strategic location to study regional epidemiology and tropical diseases.
• Anatomy & Dissection Hall: Features high-standard facilities for human morphological study and microscopic imaging.
• Advanced Molecular Biology Lab: Equipped with modern PCR and diagnostic tools for genetic and microbiological research.
• Biochemistry & Physiology Labs: Specialized units for foundational medical science experiments.
• Central Medical Library: Extensive collections of English-language medical textbooks and digital access to major scientific databases.
• Medical Informatics Hub: High-speed infrastructure supporting e-learning and medical data management.
• Educational Development Center (EDC): Focuses on faculty training and implementing the latest global medical teaching standards.
• IAU Zahedan Sports Complex: Provides various indoor and outdoor athletic facilities for student physical well-being.
• Student Research Society: Highly active in facilitating student-led clinical studies and regional healthcare initiatives.

IAUZ students undergo their clinical phases through a network of affiliated teaching hospitals and health centers:

• Affiliated Teaching Hospitals: Students rotate through key specialized centers in Zahedan for training in internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, and emergency care.
• Community Health Centers: Integrated training in primary healthcare and regional disease prevention.
• Diagnostic Specialty Labs: On-campus facilities providing hands-on training in pathology and clinical biochemistry.

IAUZ offers a private medical degree with some of the most competitive pricing in the IAU system For.

Scholarship

• Academic Merit Discount: High-performing international students (GPA >17/20) may receive tuition waivers of 10% to 20%.
• Regional Research Grants: Small stipends may be available for senior students participating in research on regional infectious diseases.
• Sibling Discount: Available if more than one member of a family is enrolled in any IAU branch.

• The Vibe: Zahedan is a bustling city near the borders of Pakistan and Afghanistan. It is known for its multi-cultural population and vibrant local markets.
• Connectivity:
• Zahedan International Airport: Offers regular domestic flights to Tehran, Mashhad, and international flights to regional hubs.
• Rail & Road: Well-connected to the national rail network and major highways in southeastern Iran.
• Safety: The university campus and international dormitories are highly secure with 24/7 monitoring.

• Accommodation: The university provides secure dormitories for international students, featuring high-speed Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and shared study lounges.
• Dining: Subsidized meals (Persian and international styles) are available at the University Dining Hall. Zahedan offers a unique blend of Baluchi and Persian culinary traditions.
• Vibe: Academic and culturally diverse. Zahedan is a major hub of trade and education, offering a quiet environment that is conducive to the intensive study required for medical school.

• Intakes: September (Main) and February.
• Documents: Requires high school transcripts (PCB aggregate), NEET scorecard (for Indians), Passport, and a Medical Fitness Certificate.
• Enrollment Step: For the cycle, students should apply through the IAU central international portal and specify the Zahedan Branch. Following document verification, an online interview is conducted to finalize the admission and start the visa invitation process.