Dean of International Affairs

Learning at Home, Away from Home

Dear Students and Scholars,

Shahroud University of Medical Sciences (SHMU) warmly welcomes you to a safe, supportive, and inspiring academic community built on rigorous standards and a dedication to advancing medical sciences. I am honored, as the Dean of the International Affairs Office (IAO), to lead our team in creating a nurturing international environment for learning, research, and collaboration.

At SHMU, we are committed to providing an excellent educational experience as well as a caring environment where students and researchers feel at home, even when they are far away. Nestled in the rich culture and unique geography of Shahroud—often called “The Small Continent”—our campus offers a calm and motivating setting for innovation and learning across all health disciplines.

We believe that meaningful scientific progress thrives through collaboration. The IAO focuses not only on welcoming international students, but also on fostering lasting partnerships that support impactful, knowledge-driven research, particularly in areas that shape global health.

Our approach to internationalization is based on trust, mutual respect, cultural understanding, and shared ambition. Scholarships, exchange programs, and collaborative research initiatives provide students and faculty with opportunities to innovate and learn without borders.

Whether you are a prospective student, a visiting scholar, or a research collaborator, we invite you to join our community and take full advantage of the opportunities SHMU offers. Here, you will find a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment where your learning, research, and professional growth are supported every step of the way. Together, let us explore new horizons and redefine what is possible in education, research, and healthcare.

Dr. Majid Rahmati
Dean of the International Affairs Office
Shahrood University of Medical Sciences
Ph.D. in Medical Biotechnology