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Grodno State Medical University (educational establishment “Grodno State Medical University” – GrSMU; Belarusian: is a university in Grodno, Belarus. It specializes in medicine and medical psychology. It is the oldest medical school in Belarus and is considered, according to some international sources, the best medical university in Belarus.
GrSMU is a successor of the first medical school in Belarus, the Grodno Medical Academy, established in 1775 by Antoni Tyzenhaus, former mayor of Grodno, for improving the almost nonexistent healthcare system in the city. Jean-Emmanuel Gilibert, French botanist, Freemason, and medical doctor, became its first rector. Under his rule were trained first doctors (former illiterate peasants), built a botanical garden, and a chemist’s shop. The academy progressed quickly, so soon in 1781, it was reorganized into the Medicine Faculty of Vilna University.
The medical school(Grodno medical university)was renovated only during the Soviet-era time in 1958. Firstly, it was a small university, but with one of the best theoretical and practical base in BSSR. Officially got its university status only in 2000.
Presently, five faculties are there in Grodno State Medical University such as:
1. The Fundamentality of University Education:
In the Republic of Belarus, you can acquire fundamental knowledge in all fields, but the country is mostly known for its strong scientific schools in the field of physics, mathematics, and natural science.
2. The Optimal Ratio of Tuition Fees and Education Quality:
Fees for contractual training at Belarusian higher education institutions are very competitive (much cheaper) compared to universities and colleges in the USA, Canada, and the UK. The level of training offered at Belarusian universities is equivalent to that of educational institutions of West Europe and the USA.
3. Possibility of Training in English:
Currently, 29 higher education institutions are implementing educational programs in English for 73 specialties.
4. Easy and Fast Social Adaptation for Foreigners:
Belarus is a multinational country, favorably hosting representatives of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds. Higher education institutions are proud of their long-term training experience and the environment which is favorable for the integration of foreigners. There are supervised programs for newcoming students as well as student communities.
5. Possibility of Obtaining a Double Degree:
Degrees of Belarusian higher education institutions are recognized in several countries of the world. Belarusian universities implement joint programs with foreign universities and award double degrees.
6. Opportunities to Go in for Sports:
Belarusian universities have their own sports infrastructure and are ready to offer their students excellent opportunities for practicing sports. Higher education institutions have their own sports teams that win prestigious competitions and international Universiades.
7. Exciting Student Life:
Students are always engaged in various extra-curricular activities. They participate in sports competitions, celebrate holidays, and take part in student festivals.
8. Opportunity to Study Russian and Belarusian:
Belarusian higher education institutions offer different programs for studying Russian and Belarusian: courses, summer schools, distant learning options.
9. Rich Culture of Belarus:
The unique culture of Belarus has been formed over the centuries. The modern cultural life of the country is dynamic and diverse. There are a lot of art exhibitions, music, theatre, and film festivals in Belarus.
10. Belarusian Higher Education Institutions in World Rankings:
Belarusian higher education institutions enjoy their permanent presence in the international educational rankings.
11. Possibility of Getting Education Funded at the Expense of the National Budget:
Following international treaties of the Republic of Belarus, citizens can enter higher education institutions at the expense of the national budget or on a fee basis.