The Faculty of Medical and Preventive Work at Astrakhan State Medical University trains highly qualified specialists in public health, hygiene, and epidemiology. The program prepares students for a wide range of professional activities, including preventive, diagnostic, therapeutic, psycho-pedagogical, organizational, managerial, research, and health education functions.
Curriculum Structure
During the first three years of study, students focus on humanitarian, socio-economic, natural science, and medical-biological disciplines. In the senior years, the curriculum emphasizes clinical and professional medical-preventive subjects.
Medical-Preventive Disciplines (Senior Years)
Federal Standards
The curriculum complies with the new educational standards approved by the Ministry of Education and Science (Order №847). The current curriculum has increased hours in epidemiology and hygiene by 1.5–2 times.
Expanded Practice
Industrial practice has been expanded by over 30% to ensure practical experience. Students gain hands-on experience directly familiarizing them with their future profession.
Student Excellence
The program is highly competitive. Each year, several students are awarded All-Russian and regional scholarships for excellence in academics and extracurricular involvement.
Advanced Training Bases
The Academy provides modern facilities and practical outreach sessions. The main training bases include Rospotrebnadzor RD, the Center for Hygiene and Epidemiology, and affiliated federal and regional centers in Makhachkala. This hands-on training ensures graduates are highly skilled specialists and responsible citizens with strong hygienic living habits.