Vitebsk to increase intake of Lankan medical students

The Vitebsk State Medical University (VSMU) of Belarus has decided to increase the Sri Lankan student intake this year since their overall performance has been exceptionally good compared to other students, Deputy Head of Foreign Students Admission VSMU, Prof. Konstantin B. Boloboshko said.

The VSMU increased the Sri Lankan student intake this year to 70 from 30 last year. The university accepts around 150 students per year and this year's increase is an achievement to the country and its medical profession, Prof. Boloboshko said.

The university decided to increase the student intake this year since Sri Lankan students have been outstanding in performance and discipline. The good listening culture and mannerism demonstrated by Lankan students is admirable and highly appreciated by the university, Prof. Boloboshko said.

The PATHE Academy People's Academy for Tertiary and Higher Education tied up with Vitebsk State Medical University (VSMU) of the Republic of Belarus to provide medical education at an affordable price to students who are unable to obtain a place in national universities.

To partner with VSMU the best medical university in Belarus is a privilege to those aspiring to enter the medical profession to study in a prestigious and world renowned university, VSMU Representative for Sri Lanka, Dr. D. Bakthaseelan said.

The PATHE Academy launched in 1994 has provided educational opportunities to over 1,000 students in various fields in universities across the globe. It is involved in strengthening international relations through education and research.

Three credits in Bio Science at the GCE A/L and fluency in English are the criteria for students to enter the VGMU to complete a six-year course. Students of low income families are assisted through various concessionary schemes.

(LF)