About University
Astana Medical University is a higher-education medical university situated in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan. AMU was founded in 1964. In the old times, the University was named by many different names. In the year 1997, the university was named as Akmolinsk State Medical Academy. However, in 2009, the institute was renamed as Astana Medical University.
The formation of Astana Medical University was proposed by the Council of Ministers of the Republic. In the year 1964, the Council adopted the declaration for opening a Medical Institution in Tselinograd. In the year 1997, AMU was authorized as a medical academy. Later, in 2009, the Institute was rewarded the status of the University. AMU entered into the structure of the National Medical Holding by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Astana Medical University (AMU) is known as one of the biggest and the most dynamic medical universities in Kazakhstan. The University provides first-rate medical education with international curriculum and up-to-date infrastructure. The medical degrees like MBBS/MD acquired from Astana Medical University are authorized by the world’s top organizations like WHO, UNESCO, and MCI.
Astana Medical University is authorized by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan. There are various programs and courses offered in Astana Medical University that lead to accredited higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, and doctorate degrees in various areas of medical study. At present, there are over 700 faculty members working in Astana Medical University and over 3000 students are pursuing their medical degrees from Astana Medical University.
Several years back, AMU brought in credit system and three-tiered system of education with Bachelor, Masters, and PhD Degrees. The main clinical bases of the university are located at the biggest national and republican centers. Astana Medical University enjoys good relations with the top medical universities of many other countries including the US, Singapore, Europe, and Russia.
Faculties
- Faculty of Internal Medicine
- Faculty of Public Health
- Faculty of Dentistry
- Faculty of Nursing
- Faculty of Preventive Care
- Faculty of Pharmacy
- Faculty of Postgraduate Education
- Faculty of Additional Medical Education
Student’s Life
Students from various countries apply to get admission in MBBS and other medical courses in Astana Medical University. In AMU, the quality of education matches the international standards. The students are provided with many opportunities to participate in international exchange programs, seminars, conferences and projects.
The campus of Astana Medical University is fulfilled with all the basic amenities and other facilities. The campus has the centralized AC. There are hostel facilities for students. The hostels are well guarded with 24/7 security system. There is a well-equipped library for the students. The university offers a friendly and multicultural environment.
Various cultural events are organized in the university. The students from various countries actively participate in these programs. The campus has many activity complexes like activity centers, cafés, canteen, a gym, sports complex, etc.
City at a Glance
