Study Medicine abroad in Europe

Studying Medicine abroad means joining international programmes that combine scientific preparation, clinical training and exposure to healthcare systems different from the one you grew up with. The first years focus on the core biomedical subjects; later, practical activities, placements and contact with patients take over. For anyone looking for a Medicine degree taught in English abroad, the value is not only linguistic: studying in a multicultural environment builds flexibility, decision-making and familiarity with different clinical approaches — skills that matter more and more in an international medical career.

Medical University of Sofia — Bulgaria

• €9,950 per year
• English
• 6 years
• Multiple-choice test in Biology and Chemistry

Medical University of Plovdiv — Bulgaria

• €10,000 for the first year
• English
• 6 years
• Multiple-choice test in Biology and Chemistry

Medical University of Pleven — Bulgaria

• €9,000 per year
• English
• 6 years
• Start: first week of February
• Multiple-choice test in Biology and Chemistry

Charles University — Czechia

• €16,000 per year (approx. 390,000 CZK)
• English
• 6 years
• Campus: Pilsen
• Multiple-choice test in Biology, Chemistry and Physics

Masaryk University — Czechia

• €16,000 per year (approx. 380,000 CZK)
• English
• 6 years
• Campus: Brno
• Written test in Biology, Chemistry and Physics

University of East Sarajevo, Foča — Bosnia and Herzegovina

• €3,500 per year
• English
• 6 years
• Multiple-choice test in Biology and Chemistry

University of Mostar — Bosnia and Herzegovina

• English
• 6 years
• Selection based on the secondary-school record; no standard written test

Spain

• €24,000 per year
• Spanish
• 6 years
• Spanish test at B2 and English test at B1, plus an aptitude test (around 10% of the score)

Greece

• €12,000 per year
• English
• 6 years
• Test in Biology, Chemistry and English

Croatia

• €10,000 per year
• English
• 6 years
• Test in Biology, Chemistry and Physics

Private universities in Italy — Medicine in English

• €21,000 per year
• English
• Each university organises its own admission test; some may also require an interview or an evaluation of your academic record

Private universities in Italy — Medicine in Italian

• from €16,500 per year
• Italian
• Each university organises its own admission test; some may also require an interview or an evaluation of your academic record

MediCampus Europeo — Malta

• €14,500 per year in a single instalment, or €15,500 in two semester instalments; a €500 first-year enrolment fee also applies
• English
• 6 years
• Online assessment of about one hour with a motivation interview, then academic validation of English, Biology and Chemistry

Most of the Medicine programmes listed last six years and are taught in English. The main differences relate to: the duration of the programme and clinical training, admission tests or assessment of application documents, application deadlines and intake periods.

For Medicine, we compare the available universities, explain each admission process and support you with your application and with test or interview preparation.

Is it better to study Medicine in Italy or abroad?

Studying Medicine abroad can offer significant advantages, particularly for students seeking an international academic experience and a more practice-oriented approach to medical education.

At many European universities, students benefit from modern facilities, advanced laboratories, practical training integrated from the early years, clinical simulation and earlier exposure to hospital environments.

Studying Medicine abroad also provides the opportunity to use English daily in academic and medical settings and interact with students and lecturers from different countries, developing valuable language, communication and intercultural skills.

What are the entry requirements to study Medicine abroad?

There is no single set of entry requirements that applies to all universities offering Medicine degree programmes abroad.

Each university may have different admission criteria, including a secondary school diploma, science subjects studied, academic grades, language proficiency, admission tests, interviews or an assessment of the applicant's academic background.

How does Medicor Tutor prepare students for Medicine admission tests abroad?

Medicor Tutor offers a tailored preparation course for the chosen university and degree programme, designed around the subjects, format and specific requirements of its admission test.

Rather than following a standardised approach, study programmes, practice exercises, mock exams and learning materials are tailored to the actual admission test each student will take.

Preparation also includes access to the Medicor Tutor e-learning platform, featuring AI-powered learning tools such as AI Coach, AI Tests and AI Flashcards. These tools help students study, practise, identify areas for improvement and revise more effectively.

For selected universities, students can also access dedicated question banks containing questions used in official admission tests, providing even more targeted preparation.