Osh State University

Osh State University (OshSU), established on 24 May 1951, is one of the prominent public universities in the Kyrgyz Republic. It is located in Osh, the country’s second-largest city and an important educational and cultural centre in southern Kyrgyzstan. Originally the Osh State Pedagogical Institute, it achieved university status on 17 June 1992.

The university offers a broad range of programmes in medicine, education, law, international relations, humanities, natural sciences, economics and technology, and maintains academic cooperation with universities in different countries, providing opportunities for collaboration, academic exchange and research.

Established in 2015 to internationalize medical education

The International Medical Faculty of OshSU was officially established on 29 August 2015 following a strategic decision of the university’s Academic Council, with the objective of internationalizing medical education and preparing highly qualified medical professionals for the Kyrgyz Republic and the international healthcare community.

The faculty offers General Medicine (MBBS) education entirely in English for international students. The programme combines modern teaching methods, foundational medical sciences, pre-clinical education, practical learning and extensive clinical exposure. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking, medical problem-solving abilities, professional communication and the clinical competencies required for modern healthcare. The university also promotes scientific conferences, research activities and academic exchange.

International recognition and listings of Osh State University (OshSU)

International listings, accreditation and recognition associated with OshSU.

A multinational learning environment

OshSU has a well-established international student community. Its English-medium medical education attracts aspiring doctors from various parts of the world, and the multinational environment lets students interact with different cultures, exchange academic experiences and build international professional relationships. The university promotes international cooperation and academic mobility through partnerships with foreign educational institutions.

• Bangladesh
• India
• Pakistan
• Nepal
• Nigeria
• Turkey
• Palestine
• Jordan
• Afghanistan
• Other Asian, African and international countries

Practical training through affiliated hospitals and clinical facilities

Clinical education is an essential component of medical training at OshSU. Students learn through affiliated hospitals, healthcare institutions and clinical training facilities, connecting theoretical knowledge with practical experience in patient care, clinical examinations, diagnostic procedures and medical management.

The International Medical Faculty emphasizes practical and clinically oriented medical education, preparing graduates for professional medical careers and further postgraduate medical education.

Studying in Osh: practical tips

Osh is the second-largest city in Kyrgyzstan and an important centre of the south. It has an old bazaar, green avenues and a strong tradition of education. Many international students live here, so the city is used to new arrivals.

Summers are warm and winters are cold. Students should prepare clothes for both seasons. The university campus, the hostel and the shops are usually close, so daily life is easy to organise.

Our team helps students with accommodation, food and orientation. We also share simple advice about local customs and safety. With this support, students settle in quickly and can focus on their medical studies.

• Prepare for warm summers and cold winters
• Visit the old bazaar for daily needs
• Ask our team about hostel and food
• Join groups of international students
• Keep emergency numbers in your phone

Choosing Osh State University is a big decision. Many Bangladeshi students ask about Osh State University, so our counsellors compare Osh State University with other partner universities before you decide.

Next steps: compare other partner medical universities, read the MBBS admission process or apply for a free eligibility check. For independent lists of recognised medical schools, visit the World Directory of Medical Schools.