New Vision University

• New Vision University (NVU) in Tbilisi is one of the fastest developing universities in Georgia.
• A popular choice for international students, 75% of the overall student body is made up of people from over 25 different countries.
• NVU is renowned for its top-quality staff. It has more than 400 professors, scholars and practitioners. This low student-teacher ratio ensures optimum student success.
• International students can get to know the local culture, lifestyle and history through the Georgian Language Club.
• The university offers a wide range of societies and activity groups so students can throw themselves into student life and make new friends.

• The undergraduate dentistry programme is five years in duration and is fully taught through English.
• The programme provides students with an in-depth comprehension of all pre- and post-clinical procedures relating to dentistry.
• Students initially focus on pre-clinical study through which they can gain an understanding of dentistry fundamentals.
• The course then moves to clinical training at the renowned New Vision University School of Dentistry with students gaining practical experience ahead of graduation.
• Newly-qualified dentists can choose to work in Georgia or in locations across the world such as the USA, the UK, Canada, Australia etc.
• Upon graduation, students receive a fully-accredited and globally-recognised dental degree.

• The NVU 4-Year Graduate Dentistry Programme is open to applicant who hold a Bachelor’s (BSc) degree in a science-related field such as Biomedical Science.
• The Graduate Entry pathway commences in the second year of the five-year dentistry course and is an accelerated programme taught entirely in English.
• Applications require candidates to submit analytical transcripts of courses already completed in addition to the admission documents.
• This is a great option for students who want to open up new career opportunities and speed up the process of becoming a qualified dentist.
• The Study Medicine Europe (SME) Transcript Evaluation Team is authorised to assess applications inclusive of documentation and Bachelor’s Degree transcripts for the Graduate Programme; more information is at the Graduate Entry Assessment Process tab below.

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• NVU Georgia will soon offer dentistry students the option to study pre-clinical modules of both undergraduate and graduate programmes on-campus in the UK.
• The university is expanding its pre-clinical teaching spaces and has converted a 44,000 sq. ft. building in Derby to a modern UK Campus for Dentistry programmes.
• Dentistry students will commence on-campus studies in the UK in late 2021.
• Dentistry Programmes open for on-campus study in the UK are:
• 5-Year Undergraduate Dentistry – the first two years of pre-clinical modules
• 4-Year Graduate Dentistry – the first year of pre-clinical modules
• Students studying on-campus in Derby will benefit from a state-of-the-art campus for their dentistry modules including digital zones, dentistry training equipment, scientific research laboratories, and lecture and seminar spaces.

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*Students have to pay the full tuition in first year, but will receive a 25% discount in each of the following years if they pass all their subjects.

New Vision University provides a range of funding options including Student Loans and Scholarships.

Student Loans .

• The student loans cover half of the annual tuition fees over one full academic year.
• Visit our Student Loans page to find out more about the eligibility criteria and loan repayments.

Scholarships

• It is possible to win one of five scholarships for New Vision University by attending one of Study Medicine Europe’s Open Days.
• Alternatively, you can gain a scholarship covering 25% of the following academic year’s tuition fees by passing all of your subjects.
• Read our Scholarships page to learn more about scholarships for New Vision University.

Applicants must provide the following information:

1. An application which includes the following details: bio, education history and course for which you are applying.
2. A copy of your secondary education results with subjects studied.
3. Documents from your home country confirming that you are authorised to study in Georgia.
4. Two small photos of 4-5cm.

All documents need to be translated into Georgian to satisfy state directives.

SME facilitates the application and entry to Graduate Dentistry Programmes in Georgia for graduates with a Bachelor’s Degree in a science-related field with no entrance exams for successful applicants.

• SME Assesses applications to the Graduate Programme with the following steps:
1. Completion of the due diligence process on behalf of the medical university.
2. Comparison of the transcripts of the students from their past studies with the study programme of the medical university
3. Submission of the comparison for approval to both the respective ministry of education and the medical university itself.
• SME exclusively offers the 4-Year Graduate Entry Dentistry Programme on behalf of our European partner universities for students who meet the entry requirements

• A hidden gem located in the heart of Georgia, the scenic city of Tbilisi is at once thoroughly modern and rich with history.
• Called “the most exciting city” of 2018 by Forbes Magazine, Georgia’s capital boasts a wealth of things to see and do.
• Tbilisi’s unique character is captured in its eclectic architecture which brings together the best of European and Asian art.
• Students will enjoy the city’s cheap and reliable public transport.

• With its low cost of living and abundance of things to see and do, Georgia is an attractive option for students.
• The beautiful countryside of Georgia remains unspoilt, and as such is a haven for adventurers and outdoor-types.
• With its low crime rates and famously welcoming population, Georgia is a safe option for students who may be anxious about moving abroad.
• Georgia is renowned for its delicious food, and gourmands will enjoy the country’s deep gastronomic culture.

• Prior to application for the Overseas Registration Exam, international dental graduates must submit a record of their clinical experience and dental degree.
• The General Dental Council (GDC) in the UK specifies a minimum of 1600 hours of clinical experience which:
  ○ Comprise hours spent completing appropriate investigations and/or administering dental treatment
  ○ Do not comprise time spent observing dentists or assisting other dentists/dental students
• The 1600 hours of clinical experience can be:
  ○ From during the dental degree,
  ○ During post-qualification experience, or,
  ○ A combination of degree and post-qualification experience

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• Online studies (distance learning studies), are not currently recognised by any of the world’s Dental Councils.
• Online study is not offered as a study option.
• When dentistry graduates apply for registration, all Dental Councils assess the evidence of studies, including online study:
• Students are advised to have a formal explanation prepared, on request, including evidence and exception documentation for online studies completed during Covid-19.