Did you know Ukraine is a popular study abroad destination among Indian students planning to study MBBS? As per Indian Express, more than 4000 students from India pursue MBBS in Ukraine. Although Ukraine is a popular destination for MBBS, it is a hub for other trending courses such as aerospace engineering, biochemistry, biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, computer science, engineering, journalism and communications. Let’s explore why you should study in Ukraine, its application process and more!
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Top Reasons to Study in Ukraine
- Affordable tuition fees- As compared to countries like USA, UK & Canada, Ukraine is an affordable study destination. The average tuition fee cost between INR 15-26 lakhs for UG courses and INR 20-25 lakhs for PG courses.
- Recognized degree- One of the popular reasons to study in Ukraine is that degrees are recognized worldwide. This opens the door of opportunities for you around the world.
- Easy pathway to PR- After completing a study programme, a person may be eligible for permanent residence and as compared to other European countries, PR in Ukraine is easy for Indian students.
Student Life in Ukraine
- Libraries, hospitals, gyms, conference and concert halls, laboratories and other training facilities, security, and other amenities are available on campus for a secure and comfortable stay
- Almost all universities have sports teams that compete against their peers
- Life as a student in Ukraine is far less expensive than in other European countries. The average monthly budget might range from € 150 to € 300 ($200-$400) (INR 15,144- 30,287) depending on the city and lifestyle
- The student receives an international student card shortly after being accepted to the university, which provides a discount of up to 30% on plane and train tickets
- When you study in Ukraine, the teaching technique emphasises practical knowledge in addition to academic knowledge
- Many Ukrainian institutions have collaborations with universities in the United States, Canada, and Europe, allowing students to meet notable teachers from around the world while paying the same tuition prices
Top Universities in Ukraine
QS Ranking 2022 | University |
511-520 | V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University |
601-650 | Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv |
651-700 | National Technical University “Kharkiv Polytechnic Institute” |
701-750 | National Technical University of Ukraine “Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute” |
701-750 | Sumy State University |
801-1000 | Lviv Polytechnic National University |
1001-1200 | Ivan Franko National University of Lviv |
1001-1200 | National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy (NaUKMA) |
Top Courses to Study in Ukraine
Thinking of studying abroad? But don’t know which course is the best fit for you? Try our AI Course Finder. Feed in your preferences, let the AI match them against millions of data points and you get what you are looking for, saving you hours of research. Following are some of the most popular courses which are picked when a students chooses to study in Ukraine:
- MBBS
- Engineering
- Computer Science
- MBA
- Nursing
- Business Management
- Economics
- Political Science
- Aviation
- Dentistry
Eligibility
Here is the basic eligibility for a few of the most popular courses in Ukraine:
- MBBS is the most sought after course in Ukraine. The eligibility is 50% in PCB subjects.
- For Engineering, a 50% in PCM is required.
- MBA courses require a bachelor’s degree and 3 years of work experience.
- For other courses, there is no specific eligibility or entrance tests. All the applications are graded on merit.
- English proficiency test scores of IELTS/TOEFL are accepted but not compulsory.
Cost of Studying & Living
Depending upon your course, tuition rates at Ukrainian institutions range from $1200 to $5000 (INR 3,78,587). Most preparatory programmes charge less than $2000 (INR 1,51,435) intuition, while other colleges charge as little as $1000 (INR 75,717). Here is a breakdown of the expenses one has to incur to study in Ukraine:
Expense | Monthly Cost (in INR) | Annual Cost (in INR) |
Food | 10,380 | 124,560 |
Rent | 16,088 | 193,054 |
Electricity & Gas | 1,112 | 13,350 |
Water | 1,320 | 15,840 |
Top Scholarships to Study in Ukraine
Here is a list of the scholarships which would enable students to study in Ukraine
- The Gilman Scholarship Program.
- School of Russian and Asian Studies Scholarships and Grants.
- The Boren Awards.
- IREX Scholarships.
- Ukrainian International Education Council Scholarships and Grants.
- Education Future International Scholarship
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