Question 1

Is BAU International University Batumi a public or private university?

Accepted Answer

It is a private university, part of the Istanbul-headquartered BAU Global Network, with its Batumi campus opened in 2015.

Question 2

What language is the Medicine program taught in?

Accepted Answer

The six-year MD program is taught entirely in English. Georgian is used in daily life in Batumi, but campus instruction and most administrative communication for international students is in English.

Question 3

Can students get direct admission after Class 12?

Accepted Answer

Yes, BAU Batumi's MD program generally admits directly after higher secondary school; Indian applicants must additionally hold a valid NEET qualification to later register with the NMC. Confirm current NEET requirements with the National Medical Commission before applying.

Question 4

What does the program cost in total?

Accepted Answer

Reported annual tuition for the Medicine program is around $6,500, which would put six-year tuition near $39,000 before living costs; applicants should request a current written fee schedule from BAU Batumi directly, since published third-party figures vary.

Question 5

How do I apply to BAU Batumi?

Accepted Answer

International applicants apply through BAU's own admissions pages (bauinternational.edu.ge), which list program-specific requirements and fees. Check the current admissions page directly, as document requirements can be updated between intakes.

Question 6

Is an English-language test required?

Accepted Answer

Since the program is fully English-medium, most Indian applicants who studied in English-medium schools are not typically required to submit a separate IELTS/TOEFL score, but this should be confirmed directly with BAU Batumi admissions, as policy can vary by intake.

Question 7

What is distinctive about BAU Batumi's clinical training structure?

Accepted Answer

BAU Batumi is directly tied to Medina Hospital in Batumi, giving students an integrated clinical-training relationship with one named partner facility rather than a loosely coordinated set of rotating placements. Rotations cover internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics/gynecology, and psychiatry.

Question 8

Is there a stipend or paid work option for students?

Accepted Answer

No stipend or earn-while-you-study program is documented on BAU Batumi's official materials. Students should not budget assuming any such income.

Question 9

When is the intake, and how far ahead should I apply?

Accepted Answer

Georgian medical programs generally run a single main intake tied to the September/October academic-year start; specific deadlines should be confirmed with BAU Batumi's admissions office, as they can shift year to year.

Question 10

Does BAU Batumi require any special certificate for Indian applicants?

Accepted Answer

Beyond a valid NEET qualification and standard passport/visa documentation, no additional India-specific pre-approval certificate is documented on BAU's official materials. Confirm current NMC eligibility rules before enrolling.

Question 11

Is the MD degree recognized for practicing in India?

Accepted Answer

BAU Batumi's Faculty of Medicine is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) and its Medicine program was accredited by Georgia's NCEQE on 27 March 2020. WDOMS listing is a prerequisite for Indian graduates to sit the NExT/FMGE licensing exam, but clearing that exam is still required for registration in India.

Question 12

What accommodation options are available near BAU Batumi?

Accepted Answer

BAU Batumi does not guarantee a reserved on-campus dormitory; the university assists with private-apartment placements in Batumi, with reported rents around $200-300/month for a one-bedroom flat. Confirm current housing-assistance details and costs with the international office before arrival.

Question 13

How does BAU Batumi compare to Tbilisi-based Georgian medical universities?

Accepted Answer

BAU Batumi's main differentiators are its direct tie to Medina Hospital and its membership in the wider BAU Global Network (Istanbul, Washington D.C., Berlin campuses), plus Batumi's coastal setting and lower profile than Tbilisi. It is a reasonable option for students who want a named single-hospital clinical relationship and a smaller-city environment over Tbilisi's larger student and Indian-community networks.

MBBS at BAU International University: Fee Structure

Fee structure

BAU International University MBBS fee structure 2026

MBBS at BAU International University: Fee Structure

Fee structure

BAU International University MBBS fee structure 2026