**What happened and why it matters**
Georgia has initiated a reshuffle of university faculties that has prompted public criticism and concern among students and faculty, according to reporting by OC Media. The reorganisation affects university governance and faculty structures — changes that can ripple into curriculum oversight, clinical teaching arrangements and administrative processes that international applicants rely on when choosing medical and dental programmes.
Why students from Jordan and the Middle East should pay attention: Georgia is a major destination for international medical and dental education, offering WHO- and EU-recognised degrees and English‑medium programmes with annual costs that can start around $4,000. Any structural change at universities could influence accreditation status, the content of clinical rotations, and documentation needed for degree recognition or licensing in students’ home countries.
Practical steps for prospective and current students
- Immediately request written confirmation from the university (programme director or international office) about accreditation, clinical placements and any planned curricular changes.
- Ask for updated syllabi and clinical rotation schedules to assess how training compares with previous offerings.
- Check recognition: confirm WHO/EU listing and, where relevant, whether the degree remains acceptable for licensing exams or equivalency in your home country.
- Hold off on irreversible steps (non‑refundable payments, travel) until you have official written answers.
How Shatnawi can help and alternatives to consider
Shatnawi for College Admissions & Academic Consultations (based in Amman) can assist students by verifying programme accreditation, contacting partner universities in Georgia, and helping interpret how changes may affect recognition or career plans. Students who decide to explore alternatives can also consider Jordanian options — Shatnawi’s partners include Applied Science Private University (10% registration discount), University of Jordan (20% discount) and Jordan University of Science & Technology (25% discount) — or other destinations such as Turkey and Egypt supported by the consultancy.
Next steps and contact information
Keep copies of all official communications from your university and monitor reputable outlets for updates. If you hold a Georgian offer or are enrolled there and need help with accreditation checks, document equivalency (Shatnawi offers equivalency processing for 70 JOD), or exploring alternative programmes, contact Shatnawi through WhatsApp at +962791888699 or visit shatnawiedu.com for guidance and next‑step planning.