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Alright, so you're thinking about medical school in Russia? Nice! But let's get to the elephant in the room: the language. It's less about whether your classes are Russian or English; it's whether you can really talk Russia at all, and that's going to have a big impact on your experience.

 

The Language Landscape: What to Expect

 

Russian universities offer several different models of instruction:

 

•  All English: Certain programs are completely in English, perfect if you know no Russian. But, there is a big "but" to come.

•  English Then Russian: The majority of programs start with core sciences in English and then step-by-step bring more Russian after you're getting clinical rotations.

• All Russian: Some programs are fully Russian, so you'll have to have a pretty good background of Russian before you even begin.

 

Why Russian Matters (Even If Your Classes Are in English):

 

Even if your classes are conducted in English, learning Russian is really unavoidable for a quality experience, here's why:

 

•  Speaking to Patients: That's the biggest one. Even in English programs, your patients will probably be Russian-speaking. You have to be able to connect with them, listen to their problems, and gain trust – an interpreter just can't do that.

•  Working with the Medical Staff: You will have to work with nurses, technicians, and other medical professionals, most of whom are not English proficient. The ability to speak Russian makes it easier to work together as well as safer.

•  Acclimatizing to the Culture: Knowing Russian familiarizes you with Russian culture and customs, making your overall experience more fulfilling and allowing you to communicate more effectively with patients.

•  Daily Life: Think about shopping, traveling around, making friends—learning Russian makes daily life easier and more enjoyable.

•  More Resources: You will be able to access more medical information, research studies, and local laws if you know Russian.

•  Future Career Opportunities: Knowing Russian could result in foreign partnerships and career opportunities in Russian-speaking communities in the future.

 

How to Learn Russian (Even if You're Busy):

 

Don't fret, you won't become an overnight fluent literature guru! Here's what you do:

 

•  University Classes: Universities most likely have classes in Russian, specifically for overseas students. They will be done at your level and deal in medical terms explicitly.

•  A Tutor: You may want to have your own personal tutor who can work with you when you need an extra bit of help with something specific.

•  Language Exchange: Find a Russian speaker who would prefer to learn your language. It's a fun way to develop conversation skills!

•  Immerse Yourself: Watch Russian movies (start with subtitles!), listen to music, read simple books or news articles – soak yourself in the language.

•  Apps & Websites: Duolingo, Babbel, Memrise – these can be useful additional tools.

•  Medical Vocabulary: Attempt to learn medical terminology in Russian – this will be especially helpful during the period of clinical practice.

•  Don't Be Afraid of Mistakes: Nobody is perfect when they're learning a language. Just keep on practicing!

 

 

In short: The fact that the language of instruction in your courses is just one side of the issue. An attempt to learn Russian will make your medical education in Russia much more rewarding, satisfying, and ultimately successful. It's an investment in your future, both personal and academic.

 

SIMPLE ADMISSION PROCESS

No hefty donations, no entrance exams, no hassle for documentation just your dream MBBS study and you. RUS OVERSEAS does everything for you from scratch. We make sure you don’t have to do rounds of rotation and get fed up with the process of admission. From beginning to end, we are with you. 

 

THE PROCESS

Eligibility: 

• 50% in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC) in Class 12.
• Minimum 17 years by December 31 of the admission year.
•   NEET Qualification: Mandatory for Indian students.

 

Invitation letter: 

After RUS OVERSEAS submits your documents in the university. The university issues you an invitation letter. 

 

Visa process: 

Once the invitation letter arrives. The company will start your visa processing and in a few days you will be on the plane to Russia. 

HOW RUS OVERSEAS HELPS YOU IN YOUR JOURNEY

RUS OVERSEAS has the experience of more than a decade. Our team is supportive and cares for the students wholeheartedly. We are available 24/7. Your one stop solution for MBBS abroad is us. We at RUS OVERSEAS will never disappoint any student or parent in their fulfilling journey with us.

 

CONTACT US

Phone: +91 9560533703

Email:  info@rusoverseas.com