Study In Timor
Timor offers affordable and quality MBBS programs with globally recognized degrees. With English-medium instruction, modern facilities, and a focus on practical training, it’s an emerging destination for aspiring doctors and ideal for students seeking affordable education abroad.
Location
Timor, an island in Southeast Asia, is north of Australia. It includes East Timor (Timor-Leste) and West Timor, which is part of Indonesia.
Connectivity
Well connected with daily flights, Timor offers direct flights from Delhi to Dili for approximately ₹22,000 and from Chennai to Dili for around ₹24,000.
Local Transport
Timor provides a moderate and affordable transportation system, with options including buses, taxis, and ferries, making travel across the island convenient and accessible.
Development
It developing economy, ranked 144th by nominal GDP and classified as a frontier market. It is steadily growing and offers emerging opportunities.
Academics
Eligibility Criteria
Students should be eligible as per the norms of the Directorate General of Medical Education which issues equivalency certificate based on criteria of the student’s educational qualifications. Based on the equivalency certificate, the medical colleges in Bangladesh admit foreign students. However, some medical colleges demand a minimum of 80% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Duration
5 years. After passing the FMGE exams have to undergo 1-year compulsory internship in India. Internships can also be done in Bangladesh but nowadays in many states of India it is not recognised and the internship has to be repeated again for a year.
Financials
Expenditure /month
Around 5,000 INR including food. The least expensive amongst all the foreign countries where Indian students’ go for their medical education.
Affordability
Medical education in Bangladesh is neither cheap nor very costly.
The total cost of studying medicine in Bangladesh will cost you the same as it costs to study medicine in Russia or China
Capitation fees/Donation
No separate capitation fees or donations. Everything is included in the fees.
Tuition fee/year
Starting from 32,000 USD which is 24 Lakhs INR approx. for the entire course.
Hostel fee/year
In most of the colleges the hostel fee is included in the yearly fees, if not they may charge a nominal amount which ranges from 4000 INR to 7500 INR per month depending on the type of hostel and it does not include food.
Part-time work
Not possible and is illegal to work in Bangladesh with a student visa. Anyways if you want score well in your academics this is not recommended.
Lifestyle
Food
Timorese cuisine is diverse and includes rice-based dishes similar to those in Southeast Asia, making it familiar and easy for students to adapt. Affordable and hygienic food is available on university campuses and in hostel canteens. Indian restaurants are also present in major cities, offering inexpensive options. With ample food choices on campus and in local eateries, students won’t need to spend time cooking and can enjoy a variety of tasty meals.
Expenditure /month
In Timor, the average monthly cost of living is approximately ₹25,000 to ₹30,000. This includes accommodation, food, transportation, and other basic expenses. Costs can vary depending on lifestyle and location.
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