Getting admitted to medical schools is challenging due to competitive exams and limited university spots. As a result, many students explore opportunities to study Medicine in Europe! European Medical Schools offer high-quality programs with international recognition and cutting-edge research, attracting thousands of students each year!
Let’s explore some popular countries – destinations to study Medicine in Europe in English.
Italy
Italy is an excellent choice for studying medicine abroad. It offers several programs in English at top universities with high-quality education and affordable tuition fees. There are only two universities to study English-taught Dentistry in Italy, the University of Siena and the Sapienza University of Rome.
Medical and Dental programs in Italy last for six years, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical training. Tuition fees for European students vary based on family income. Specifically for Greek students, annual tuition at public universities ranges from €800 to €4,000.
IMAT Test
Admission to Medical Schools in Italy requires the IMAT test (International Medical Admissions Test). This is an aptitude test covering Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, and Logical Reasoning. It differs significantly from the Panhellenic exams, as all subjects are tested within 100 minutes (1 hour and 40 minutes). The test is time-pressured and includes negative marking.
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IMAT Exams & Applications
The IMAT exam is held once a year (usually in September) and students are admitted for that academic year. The results are valid only for the year of the exam. Most high school seniors prepare alongside the Panhellenic exams or intensively during the summer.
IMAT applications usually open in July, following an announcement by the Italian Ministry of Education. Students must create an account on Universitaly.it, list their preferred universities in order of priority, and submit all necessary documents. After the exam, preliminary results are released, followed by the final rankings.
Important Note: Greek students must participate in the Panhellenic exams in order to apply.
Public Medical Universities in Italy with English-taught programs (Requiring IMAT):
- University of Bari Aldo Moro
- University of Bologna
- University of Messina
- University of Milan
- University of Naples Federico II
- University of Padova
- University of Pavia
- Sapienza University of Rome
- University of Rome Tor Vergata
- University of Siena
- University of Turin
- University of Milano-Bicocca
- University of Napoli Luigi Vanvitelli
Private Medical Universities in Italy (With Their Own Admission Tests):
- Humanitas University
- UniCamillus
- Vita-Salute San Raffaele University
- Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
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- The IMAT preparation can is either annual or intensive in summer, but always targeted – helping students achieve high scores on their first attempt!
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Central & Eastern Europe (Bulgaria, Romania, Czech Republic)
Greek students often choose to study medicine in Bulgaria, Romania or the Czech Republic. These countreis offer many English-taught programs at recognized universities, with studies lasting six years and tuition fees ranging from €6,000 to €12,000 per year.
Exams & Applications
Each university has its own admission exams in English, Biology, and Chemistry. These subjects must be included in the applicant’s high school diploma, along with an English proficiency certificate (such as IELTS or TOEFL). Both the exams and application process take place quite early – often even before students sit for the Greek national exams.
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Medicine in Bulgaria
The Medical universities in Bulgaria are the following:
- Medical University Sofia
- Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski
- Plovdiv University
- Trakia University
- Medical University of Varna
- Medical University – Pleven
Medicine in Romania
The Medical universities in Romania are the following:
- Carol Davila University (Bucharest)
- University “Iuliu Hațieganu” – Cluj-Napoca (Kloyz)
- Gr. T. Popa University
- Οvidius University
- UMFT (Timisoara)
- Targu Mures
Medicine in the Czech Republic
The Medical universities in the Czech Republic are the following:
- Charles University (Prague) has 5 Medical Schools –
- First Faculty of Medicine in Prague
- Second Faculty of Medicine in Prague
- Third Faculty of Medicine in Prague
- Faculty of Medicine in Pilsen
- Faculty of Medicine in Hradec Králové
- University of Ostrava
- Masaryk University
At Koutsodontis Prep Center, we provide specialized IMAT preparation for each university’s admission test and our Admissions Consultant guides you through the application process.
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- Three experienced tutors, each specializing in their field, guide students through their preparation. They carefully design all study materials, practice tests, and simulation exams to ensure the best results.
- The preparation is short-term and targeted with students achieving high scores on their first attempt!
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United Kingdom
The UK has always been a top destination for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. Even after Brexit, many applicants consider it their no. 1 choice due to the numerous English-taught programs and its world-renowned universities. Medical studies in the UK last for five years, and upon graduation, students earn a Bachelor of Medicine (MBChB) or Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree.
UCAT Test
Medical and Dental schools in England require the UCAT exam, a skills-based test required by most medical universities. The UCAT assesses core skills such as numerical reasoning, critical thinking, problem-solving, integrity, and empathy and it does not include Biology or Chemistry. Instead it evaluates candidates’ ability to interpret written and numerical information in various formats.
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UCAT Exams & UCAS Applications
The UCAT exam is held from July to September, a year before the program starts. There is also an option for deferred entry, allowing students to delay their admission by one year. The test is taken once per year at Pearson VUE test centers, and candidates receive their scores within 24 hours of taking the exam.
Undergraduate applications for universities in the UK are submitted via the UCAS platform. Students create an account, view their UCAT scores, and select degree programs. UCAT sends the scores directly to the universities chosen by candidates after October 15th (UCAS deadline). In addition to the UCAT, a mandatory interview is required for admission.
Some Medical Schools requiring the UCAT test are the following:
- Birmingham University
- Bristol University
- Cambridge University
- Cardiff University
- Edinburgh University
- Exeter University
- Glasgow University
- Hull York Medical School
- Imperial
- Keele University
- King’s College London
- Lancaster University
- Leeds University
- Manchester University
- Newcastle University
- Oxford University
- Plymouth University
- Queen Mary University of London (Barts)
- Queen’s University Belfast
- Sheffield University
- Southampton University
- St Andrews University
- St George’s
- University of London
- Sunderland University
- UCL
- Warwick University
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- Out tutors, each specializing in their field,provide students with the right methodology and strategic thinking, supporting them every step of the way until the final exam.
- The preparation is short-term and targeted with students achieving high scores on their first attempt!
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Other Countries
The Netherlands
Medical studies in the Netherlands last six years. The first three years are taught in English, while students also learn Dutch. This is essential because, from the fourth year, students enter clinical training, which is conducted in Dutch.
As of the 2025-2026 academic year, only Maastricht University offers English-taught medical programs. Admission requires an application and an entrance exam, and Greek students do not need participation in the Panhellenic exams. An English language certification (such as IELTS or TOEFL) is also required. The tuition fees for the 2024-2025 academic year are €2,530.
Cyprus
In Cyprus, there are two universities offering medical programs:
- University of Nicosia
- European University
Applicants must have a B2 level in English, and their high school diploma must include Biology, Physics, and Chemistry.
At Koutsodontis Prep Center, we provide specialized IELTS and TOEFL preparation courses, , as well as Admissions Guidance for Medical and Dental schools in the above countries.
- Our experienced Admissions Consultant assists in all stages of the application process, up to getting into your dream university.
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