Medical University
Pécs, Hungary

Why study medicine in Pécs?

You are considering Studying medicine abroad to complete? Pécs offers you all the important advantages at a glance:

Key arguments:

• Languages: English or German, depending on preference

• EU-wide recognition through validated qualifications

• No NC restriction - also possible with a vocational baccalaureate

• Strong international community: students from 70+ countries

• Best possible infrastructure: new campus, modern laboratories, central location

The programme combines academic excellence with personal support - and is an attractive alternative to studying in Germany or Austria.

Study structure & study language

Overview of study programmes at the Faculty of Medicine

At the Medical University of Pécs you can choose between two medical degree programmes - both are internationally recognised and can be studied in German or English:

• Human medicine

  • Duration of study: 6 years (360 ECTS)

  • Degree: MUDr. (Medicinae Universae Doctor)

  • Languages of instruction: German or English

• Dentistry

  • Duration of study: 5 years

  • Degree: MDDr. (Medicinae Dentium Doctor)

  • Languages of instruction: German or English

Both degree programmes are based on the curriculum of German universities and offer direct access to specialist training in Germany, Austria and all EU countries.

Study structure

• The content is closely based on the German medical degree programme (especially in biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology).

• German students also complete subjects in Hungarian in order to integrate into everyday clinical practice.

• The degree programme has a clear modular structure and prepares you specifically for the Physikum and state examination.

Thanks to the EU-compliant curriculum, you can easily transfer to Germany if necessary - if a study place is available there.

Admission requirements & admission procedure

Admission to the Medical University of Pécs is based on a structured procedure that is specially optimised for international applicants - without NC, but demanding and transparent.

What you need:

• School-leaving certificate: Abitur (general higher education entrance qualification), IB, A- or B-Matura (Fachabitur possible)

• Language skills: German or English (depending on which language you are studying in)

• Letter of motivation: Written personally, based on your motivations and goals

Admission procedure:

• A multiple-choice test on biology, chemistry, physics or maths (depending on your choice)

• A personal online interview via Zoom - to assess your motivation, determination and language skills

• Admission is merit-based - no numerus clausus required

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Campus & Study Place - University of Pecs

The Medical University of Pécs invests heavily in infrastructure to support academic ambitions. The new campus in particular offers modern learning conditions worldwide:

Campus & Facilities:

• New lecture theatres & seminar rooms with digital equipment

• High-tech laboratories for biology, chemistry & dissection courses

• Communal areas for group learning and exchange

• University and clinic closely interlinked: practical relevance right from the start

Student numbers & internationality:

• Around 20,000 students, of which around 4,500 are international

• Students from over 70 countries - through multicultural teaching and student networks

Practical & clinical relevance:

• Clinic sessions from the 5th semester with patient contact

• Regular dissection courses, simulation training and diagnostic cases

• Hungarian courses for German students to facilitate bedside communication skills

Financing & costs - Your budget for studying in Pécs

Studying in Pécs offers an excellent combination of quality and affordability. Tuition fees and living costs are clearly calculable - and favourable compared to German universities.

The tuition fees for the English or German degree programme in human medicine are around €11,000 per academic year, which corresponds to around €5,500 per semester. This puts Pécs in the European midfield - without any loss of quality.

Overview of costs

• Tuition costs: approx. €5,500 per semester (human medicine)

• Fachabitur students: same fees, funding options identical

Cost of living in Pécs:

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

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

• Food, public transport, university etc.: approx. 300 €/month

With a total budget of €600-800 per month (including rent), you can live comfortably and relaxed in Pécs - well below the level of comparable university cities in Central Europe.