Privolzhsky Research Medical University (PRMU)
- Founded
- 1920
- Location
- Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
- Students
- 8,300+ students, more than 28% international from 49+ countries
- Taught in
- English, Russian
- Study levels
- Degree
- Intakes
- September
Programmes Offered
- Medicine (MD / General Medicine)
Recognition in Malaysia
Medicine is recognised by the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC). The university appears in the Second Schedule of the Medical Act 1971 as Privolzhsky Research Medical University (previously Nizhny Novgorod State Medical Academy), with:
- “Doctor of Medicine in General Medicine”, recognised since 3 May 2001
What this means in practice:
- Recognition applies to the qualification named above. Before you enrol, we check the exact degree title for your intake against the current MMC list.
- A recognised degree lets you apply for registration in Malaysia. It is not automatic permission to practise: housemanship and the other MMC registration requirements still apply.
- You must also meet the MMC minimum entry qualifications for a medical programme. Being accepted by the university does not prove that on its own.
If a medical qualification is not on the list, the graduate must pass the MMC Examination for Provisional Registration (EPR) before registering.
Global Recognition
- The Medicine programme is accredited by IAAR (Independent Agency for Accreditation and Rating) from 20 June 2025 to 19 June 2030. IAAR is on the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) list of recognised agencies, which matters for graduates who later want to sit the US licensing exams through ECFMG.
- Reported WDOMS listing (ID F0000289); we confirm the current entry before you apply.
Programmes
General Medicine
- 6 years, full-time, in English or Russian.
- For 2026 the university offered 300 paid places for foreign students in English and 200 in Russian.
- A foundation course is available for students who need it.
- The university has taught international students in English since 1998/99.
Entry Requirements
- Online application (the form is in Russian; we help you complete it).
- Entrance exams, online or in person.
- Passport and school certificates with notarised Russian translations, legalisation or apostille, a recognition certificate if required, and a medical certificate.
Teaching Hospitals and Facilities
- Its own university hospital.
- 7 research institutes.
- Campuses in Nizhny Novgorod and Vladimir.
Student Life
- Nizhny Novgorod has about 1.2 million people. Average temperatures are −9 °C in January and 20 °C in July, a little colder than Moscow.
- 5 dormitories plus the university hotel, mostly block-style rooms with shared kitchens and Wi-Fi.
Getting There
There is no direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Moscow at the moment. The usual route is one stop via Istanbul, Doha or Abu Dhabi. From Moscow, continue to Nizhny Novgorod by domestic flight or train.
Facts checked on 2 November 2026. Fees, rankings and requirements change every year; we confirm the latest details with you before you apply.
Sources: MMC list of recognised medical qualifications; PRMU, General Medicine admission (2026); PRMU, foreign applicants; PRMU, about; PRMU, dormitories; WFME recognised agencies; IAAR