MBBS in Vietnam: Admission, Fees, Eligibility, Universities & Complete Guide for Indian Students

Many Indian medical aspirants prefer to study the MBBS course abroad rather than in India due to their fear of facing intense competition for opportunities in top Indian government and private medical colleges and universities. Additionally, the tuition fees in Indian private medical colleges are comparatively higher than those in private medical colleges. The admission procedures to the MBBS program in foreign medical universities are simple.

Ria Overseas has been associated with many Indian medical hopefuls, helping them to study MBBS overseas for more than a decade. Popular overseas destinations to study MBBS are Vietnam, Nepal, Germany, Georgia, the Philippines, Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Bulgaria, Bosnia, Romania, Belarus, China, and Turkey.

This page offers you an expert guide to the MBBS program in Vietnam.

The capital of Vietnam is Hanoi. The currency of the country is Vietnamese Dong. Vietnamese is the official language of the country. The population of the country is approximately 102.4 million. Vietnam is a fast-growing country. Vietnam is making significant developments in the fields of education, science and technology, and infrastructure. The country is well-known for its rich culture and welcoming environment.

The MBBS course in Vietnam offers international standard medical education. The course and tuition fees of the MBBS course in the country are comparatively lower than those of India and many other European countries.

 MBBS in Vietnam vs MBBS in India

1. Admission: In Vietnam, NEET qualification is required for Indian students. In India, admission is through NEET-UG counselling.

2. Duration: In Vietnam, the MBBS programme generally takes 6 years to complete. In India, the MBBS course takes 5.5 years, including the internship.

3. Medium of Instruction: In Vietnam, selected medical programmes are taught in English. In India, the medium of instruction is English.

4. Fees: In Vietnam, tuition fees vary depending on the university. In India, government medical colleges generally have lower tuition fees.

5. Clinical Training: In Vietnam, students may need to learn Vietnamese for effective communication with patients during clinical training. In India, students are generally familiar with local languages, depending on the state.

6. Living Expenses: In Vietnam, students have additional expenses for accommodation and food. In India, living expenses depend on the location and type of accommodation.

7. Career Opportunities: In Vietnam, Indian students must fulfil the NMC requirements to practise medicine in India. In India, graduates must obtain the required medical registration to practise medicine.

Accommodation Options:

·         University Hostels

·         Private Hostels

·         Shared Apartments

·         Private Apartments

·         Homestays

Scholarship Options:

·         Merit-Based Scholarships

·         Academic Excellence Scholarships

·         University-Specific Scholarships

·         Tuition Fee Waiver Scholarships

·         Performance-Based Scholarships

·         Need-Based Financial Assistance

MBBS in Vietnam: Intake

·         Primary Intake: September–October

·         Secondary Intake: February–March (subject to university availability)

MBBS in Vietnam: Curriculum

·         Pre-Clinical Subjects: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry and Pathology.

·         Para-Clinical Subjects: Microbiology, Pharmacology and Forensic Medicine.

·         Clinical Subjects: General Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

·         Practical Training: Laboratory work, hospital rotations and clinical practice.

·         Internship: Hands-on training under medical supervision.

Benefits of Studying MBBS in Vietnam:

·         The MBBS course in the country is globally recognized.

·         6 years of course duration offer 5 years of classroom learning (theory and laboratories activities) and 1 year proper clinical training.

·         The tuition fee of the MBBS course is available at a reasonable cost.

·         Vietnamese medical universities do not make any compromise in imparting quality education to the students.

·         English is the main medium of instruction in providing quality education to the students.

·         Vietnam is a safe country and the behaviour of the locals are jovial and welcoming.

·         The cost of living in the country is affordable.

·         The climate of the country is favourable for Indian students.

·         The faculties of the medical universities in Vietnam are well-experienced, highly educated, and research oriented.

 Ria Overseas Services

·         Personalized MBBS Abroad Counselling

·         University Selection and Admission Assistance

·         Application and Documentation Support

·         Visa Processing Assistance

·         Travel Arrangements

·         Accommodation Assistance

·         Pre-Departure Guidance

·         Post-Arrival Support

·         Continuous Student Assistance