Charles University
Pilsen, Czech Republic

Admission & admission procedure

To realise your dream of a Medizinstudium im Ausland at Charles University Pilsen in the Czech Republic, you still have one last hurdle to overcome: Because before the university allocates study places, you must have successfully passed the entrance examination. Admission to the Faculty of Medicine is based on a competitive but transparent procedure with fair conditions for international applicants - without any Numerus Clausus.

Important requirements

• School-leaving qualification: Abitur, Fachabitur, IB or equivalent

• Language skills: English (B2/C1 recommended)

• Letter of motivation: written and carefully formulated

Procedure of the admission process:

1: Online application with proof of formal requirements

2: Written single-choice test:

• Content from the subjects of biology, chemistry and physics
• Level: Abitur standard - no surprise questions
• Format: approx. 40 multiple-choice questions per subject area

3: Personal interview via Zoom

• Focus: motivation, willingness to study, language skills

• Goal: Assessment of your suitability for everyday faculty life

Your advantage: Admission is performance-based, not grade-based - ideal for applicants with a vocational baccalaureate or a less than perfect A-level average.

Support offered by futuredoctor

We offer you various support options as part of your preparation. These include

• E-learning with over 90 learning videos, focused test training

• Online test simulations for realistic preparation

• Individual preparation for interview & selection test

• Support during the entire application process

We also organise preparation courses every year that are tailored to the entrance exam at Charles University. This way, you can take the exam in Pilsen under the best possible conditions. The entrance exams are organised by futuredoctor together with Charles University in Pilsen. The exams take place several times a year at various locations in Germany (e.g. Regensburg, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt) and Austria (usually in Vienna).

Study medicine without numerus clausus and with a specialised baccalaureate

Unlike in Germany, Charles University in Pilsen allows anyone to study medicine without . This means that your previous grade point average is not relevant. You also have the opportunity to study medicine in the Czech Republic with a vocational baccalaureate.

Campus, student life & international networking

Charles University Pilsen has more than 8,098 employees and around 48,000 students. An international university ranking by Shanghai University in 2011 placed it in the top 1.5 % of all universities worldwide. In a comparison of 17,000 university educational institutions, it ranks between 201 and 300, thanks in part to the high standards enshrined in the university's guidelines.

The Faculty of Medicine in Pilsen combines academic quality with a lively international environment - ideal for all those who want to study in a highly specialised and culturally diverse way.

Campus & Infrastructure

Since the opening of the new campus in 2022, the faculty has offered ideal conditions for modern medical studies:

• Modern lecture theatres, seminar rooms and teaching laboratories with the latest technology

• Skills labs and preparation rooms for realistic practical simulations

• Direct connection to the Pilsen University Hospital for clinical teaching and internships

• Student areas with library, study zones and modern cafeteria

Student structure & individual support

The faculty emphasises personal support and a learner-friendly environment:

• Approx. 400 international students studying medicine in English

• Small learning groups for close Contact us to lecturers

• Modern teaching methods & experienced teachers with an international background

International community & global network

Internationality is actively practised in Pilsen - both in studies and in campus life:

• Students from over 70 countries: intercultural exchange & global networks

• Diverse student initiatives & events (e.g. language cafés, charity projects, networking evenings)

• Cooperation with renowned universities such as Prague, Regensburg & Vienna as well as international research programmes

Financing & living expenses

In order to study at the Faculty of Medicine in Pilsen, certain semester fees must of course be paid. There are also costs for accommodation and living. You can get a brief overview here:

Study costs

• Human medicine: approx. €11,000 per year

• Around €5,500 per semester, totalling around €33,000 for the 6-year degree course

• The fees include: Courses, practicals, exams, digital resources, skills labs

Cost of living at a glance

In Pilsen, students live comfortably yet inexpensively:

• Shared flat (near the university): approx. 250-300 €/month

• Single flat: approx. 400-500 €/month

• Everyday costs (food, transport, university costs): approx. 300 €/month

• Total budget: approx. 600-800 €/month including rent

This puts Pilsen below many Western European university cities - with a very good infrastructure, as well as cultural and student facilities.

Financing options for your studies abroad

If you're planning to study abroad, you need solid financial planning. Here are your options:

1. Scholarships & funding programmes

• Hungarian scholarships for international students

• EU funding programmes such as Erasmus+ for exchange projects

• Merit scholarships from the university

• Support programmes from the home country (e.g. for high school graduates with a motivation to study abroad)

2. State subsidies & loans

• BAföG abroad (possible for German students)

• Student loans with favourable conditions

• Educational loans or loans from student aid funds

3. Working alongside your studies

Everyday life in Pilsen allows for flexible and responsible work alongside your studies:

• Tutoring in subjects such as biology, chemistry or medicine

• Research activities, tutorials or student work at the university

• Jobs within the campus such as in libraries or workshops

Study medicine without numerus clausus and with a specialised baccalaureate

Unlike in Germany, Charles University in Pilsen offers everyone the opportunity to Medical studies without NC. This means that your previous grade point average is not relevant. You also have the opportunity to study medicine in the Czech Republic with a vocational baccalaureate.