MBBS In Turkey

Every year a number of medical students lost the chance to get admission in Pakistan medical colleges, because of many reasons the main is increase in merit day by day. For those students here is one of the best option to start MBBS. Turkey is most famous country and have a number of accredited medical universities for international students. There are more than 1500 hospitals in Turkey, where MBBS graduates can start medicinal practice. Turkey is home of more than 200 universities including Medical universities. These universities offer top quality education and more than 10 Turkish Universities are listed in the best World University Rankings, and its education system has been ranked 40th in the whole world. Most of the Turkish are Muslims and it’s a Muslim country. Pakistani students will have easy access to Halal food and free to perform their religious rituals with pleasure.

The total duration of MBBS in Turkey is 6 years. MBBS in Turkey is taught in English and Turkish language, so language is not the problem if you want to pursue MBBS from Turkey. Tuition fee in Turkish medical universities is not much high and living cost is also affordable. Though students cannot do part time work there without a work permit. Student visa for turkey takes only 3-4 weeks of processing. Academic intakes mostly start in September every year, though it can vary.

After completing degree of MBBS in Turkey, students can complete their specialization in which ever department of medical they are interested in. they have option to start their career as physician in Turkey. Turkey allows its international students to acquire a work permit in Turkey after graduation. As far as Permanent residency in Turkey is concerned than one can now become Permanent Resident after 8 years of legal residency in Turkey.

Why Study MBBS in Turkey?

• Top Quality Education in Turkey

Turkey is home to more than 200 universities including Medical universities. These universities offer top quality education. Almost 10 Turkish Universities are listed in the QS World University Rankings, and its education system has been ranked 43^rd in the whole world.

• A Multicultural environment.

Turkey is undoubtedly a mosaic of cultures. This country has many deep rooted civilizations and students of different cultures and races study in this culturally rich country, thus you can get a chance to learn and explore about different cultures while studying in a safe and peaceful environment.

• Affordable Country to Study at.

Life is Turkey is very affordable unlike other European countries living expenses here are quite affordable as well as the study expenses. The total MBBS program in Turkey can cost you around 20 Lakh Pakistani Rupee which is quite affordable.

• Easy Medium of Instruction.

Turkish Universities offers MBBS degrees in English also making it very easy for the international students. However you can still learn the Turkish language for Communication purposes as Turkish people are not very fluent in English.

• MBBS Scholarships in Turkey for International Students.

Turkish State offers great many scholarships to international students. It is reported that more than 5000 scholarships are offered to students from 160 countries. The scholarships are offered for all undergraduate, graduate and MBBS programs.

• Hospitable Citizens.

Turkish people are very kind and hospitable. Students are helped by the citizen with utmost sincerity and kindness. The hospitality of Turkish people is acknowledged worldwide.

• A Muslim Country.

Turkey is a Muslim country. Pakistani students will have easy access to Halal food and will be free to perform their religious rituals without any fear and pressure.

Difference between the Pakistan and Turkish MBBS degree

Duration Of MBBS In Turkey

Duration of MBBS in turkey is 6 years.

1^st and 2^nd year

In the first two years, the students will study about non-clinical, academic sessions

3^rd year:

From the 3rdyear students will be introduced to theoretical and practical sessions on the clinical studies.

In the 4^th and 5^th year, the study of MBBS will start clinical internships

6^th year:

And in the 6th year, students will be sent for an internship at university hospital

Affiliation Of Turkish Medical Universities

Turkish medical universities are affiliated globally. A number of medical universities in Turkey are accredited with

• Pakistan Medical Commission (PMC)
• World Health Organization (WHO)
• Ministry of Education, Turkey

Cost Of Study MBBS In Turkey

MBBS degree from Turkish medical universities is very affordable. Total estimated tuition fee is 105000 TL/ year (13 lac PKR) and living cost is 3272 TL/ month (40,000 PKR)

Post Graduate Options After MBBS

MBBS graduate have a lot of options such as

• Can start post graduate degree course
• Pursue doctoral studies
• Can start their career as medicinal practitioner
• Can start specialization in any field of interest

Quick Facts 

Green-Listed Turkish Medical Universities by PMC

These are the Green-listed Medical Universities in Turkey. This list was published by Pakistan Medical Commission (PMC).

• Adiyaman Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Adnan Menderes Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Afyonkarahisar Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Altınbaş Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Ankara Yildirim Beyazit Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi\

• Ataturk Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Bahçeşehir Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Biruni Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Bozok Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Canakkale Onsekiz Mart Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Düzce Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Gaziosmanpasa Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Hitit Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Kadir Has University Faculty of Medicine

• Kahramanmaras Sütçü Imam Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Kirikkale Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Koç Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Kütahya Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Maltepe Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Meram Tıp Fakültesi

• Mevlana Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Muğla Sıtkı Koçman Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Namik Kemal Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Okan Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Ordu Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Recep Tayyip Erdogan Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi Gülhane Tıp Fakültesi

• Sakarya Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültes

• Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi Hamidiye Uluslararası Tıp Fakültesi

• Sifa Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Tayfur Ata Sökmen Tıp Fakültesi, Mustafa Kemal Üniversitesi

• TOBB Ekonomi ve Teknoloji Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Trakya Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Ufuk Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Uludag Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Uşak Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Van Yüzüncü Yil Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

• Yeni Yüzyil Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi

Admission

For admission at Turkish medical university, student have to fulfill the following eligibility criteria

• Student must have class 12^th (Science subjects) certificate
• Aggregate marks must not be less than 70% especially in science subjects
• Age must be more than 17 years
• Must be medically fit

Documents Required For Admission

Applicant have to submit the following listed documents for admission in Turkish medical university

• Attested educational transcripts (class 10^th and 12^th)
• Detailed marks sheets of class 10^th and 12^th for proof of science subject’s marks
• Application fee slip
• Bank statement to proof that student have enough finance to support study expenses
• Health certificate
• Motivation letter about student’s interest in Turkey
• A valid passport

Admission Process

The process for MBBS admission in Turkey is following

• Go to the university’s website
• Fill the application form with correct points
• Fulfill all the requirement for application submission
• After acceptance you will get admission letter from the university
• Submit documents to embassy for visa

Deadline To Get Admission In Turkish Medical Universities

Turkish medical universities lasts admission process for MBBS mostly in August. So interested candidates must have to submit application till 1^st August 2022.

Visa

There is an online process to apply for Turkish study visa

• Apply for study visa after getting admission letter from university
• Book an appointment and submit application to nearest Turkish embassy
• Complete application form and attach all required documents
• Await a decision
• Go for interview on appointment day

Documents Required For Visa Application

Following documents have to be submitted by the applicant

• A completed and signed Turkish student visa application form
• Valid passport
• 2 passport-size photos
• Letter of acceptance from your university, including the duration of your stay
• Proof of health insurance
• Evidence of sufficient financial resources to support your study and living in Turkey (bank statement)
• Visa processing fee, this can vary depending on your nationality
• Previous educational transcripts

The processing of your visa application can take 3-4 weeks, but this can vary depending on the embassy.

PR And Citizenship 

Turkey allows its international students to acquire a work permit in Turkey after graduation. As far as Permanent residency in Turkey is concerned than one can now become Permanent Resident after 8 years of legal residency in Turkey, these are the following requirements to be a Permanent Resident of Turkey,

• You should have no criminal record.

• You must have not received any social aid from governmental institutions in the last 3 years prior to application

• You should be financially stable to support yourself and your family.

If you have lived in Turkey for atleast five year you can apply for Turkish Citizenship. This time can be reduced to three years if you have marries a Turkish citizen. You are eligible to apply for citizenship if you have,

• A clean criminal record.

• A health certificate proving you have no serious illness or disease.

• If you are financially stable to support yourself.

• You may also need to attend an interview in order to prove you Turkish language skills.

These are the most frequently asked questions by students who aspire to study in Turkey.

FAQs about studying MBBS in Turkey.

1 - What is the duration of MBBS in Turkey?

The duration of MBBS in Turkey is 6 years. The total duration of the undergraduate MBBS program in Turkey is 6 years.

2 - Do we need an English proficiency test for studying MBBS in Turkey?

An English proficiency test is not a mandatory requirement to apply for MBBS in Turkey. MBBS in Turkey is taught in both English and Turkish language, so language is not a problem if you want to study medicine in Turkey.

3 - How much does it cost to study MBBS in Turkey?

MBBS in Turkey does not cost much, you can complete your 6 year MBBS program in Turkey for almost 70 lakh Pakistani rupee.

4 - What are the accommodation options while studying in Turkey?

International students can live in campus dormitories, state dormitories, and also private rental apartments if they want to live outside the hostel premises. State dormitories are mostly preferred by international students.

5 - Are students allowed to work while studying in Turkey?

A student is allowed to work for 24 hours per week on a student visa. Students are generally not allowed to work during studying in Turkey, however they can work if they obtain a work permit for students which is issued by the Government of Turkey.

6 - Is MBBS degree from Turkey valid in Pakistan?

Yes, MBBS from turkey is valid in Pakistan. The Pakistan Medical Commission (PMC) has also Green Listed a few medical colleges in Turkey.

7 - Is getting a Turkish student visa hard?

No, getting a Turkish student visa is not hard. You can get the students in 3-4 weeks.

8 - Is it worth studying MBBS in Turkey?

Turkey is well-known for providing top-class education and has sustained the standards of education. Acquiring a medical degree in Turkey is totally worth it as it has some of the world's most remarkable medical institutes. Turkey proves to be a good choice for MBBS. This country has a phenomenal education sector and is home to some top ranking medical universities.

9 - When does the academic year start in turkey for medical students?

The academic year for medical students in Turkey starts in September, but it can vary.

10 - Are there any scholarships for MBBS in Turkey for International students?

The Turkish government offers a large number of scholarships to international students every year. It is also reported that more than 5000 scholarships are offered to international students from around 160 countries.

Scholarships For Turkish International Students

Türkiye Scholarships is a government-funded, competitive scholarship program, awarded to outstanding students to pursue full-time study at the top universities in Turkey.  There are a lot of scholarships offered for international students by Turkey including

• Republic of Turkey
• National and international organizations
• Student’s own state organizations

The popular fully funded scholarship for international students in Turkey is

Turkey Burslari Scholarship Program

For undergraduate level, students can apply for any field of study

The numbers of scholarships under Turkish Burslari programme for each country are announced every year.

Benefits Of Scholarship 

Following benefits are provided to international students in Turkey under this scholarship program

• Monthly stipend (amount 700 TL)
• University Tuition Fee
• Once off return travel ticket payment
• Health insurance coverage
• Accommodation cost