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Kaunas, Lithuania
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Medical studies in Kaunas
Kaunas Medical University, founded in 2010 through the merger of two renowned predecessor institutions, is an outstanding example of the successful combination of education and research. As the largest university for medical education in the region, it offers its students a comprehensive academic experience.
Special emphasis is placed on linking theory and practice. LSMU Kaunas University Hospital, as one of the largest hospitals in Lithuania, is an ideal learning environment. With over 2,200 female doctors and the care of more than 90,000 patients, it offers students the unique opportunity to apply and consolidate their theoretical knowledge directly in practice. This practice-oriented teaching enables the future doctors to develop a profound understanding of medical contexts and thus lays the foundation for a successful career.
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University of Health Sciences in Kaunas
The medical university in Kaunas attracts students from numerous countries who take advantage of the opportunity for practical medical training at this renowned institution. Thanks to the university's international networking through cooperation with around 140 other universities, students also have a wide range of opportunities for research projects. This interdisciplinary cooperation promotes the exchange of knowledge and ideas on a global level and contributes to the further development of medical science.
With its holistic approach to medical education, the close connection between theory and practice, and its international orientation, the University of Health Sciences is an outstanding place for future physicians seeking excellent academic opportunities and a diverse research environment.
- The degree programme is fully recognised in Germany, Austria and all other EU countries.
- There is close cooperation between professors and students.
- Medical studies are designed to be practical, so that what is learned in theory can be put into practice.
- In accordance with EU Directive 2005/36/EC, specialist training can then be commenced.
Admission test at the University of Health Sciences
In order to be able to start your dream study programme in Kaunas, you still have to overcome a few hurdles. You can apply to the University of Health Sciences by submitting the necessary documents online. These will be checked by the university for accuracy and completeness. In order to ensure a smooth process in this regard, we will take care of your application and take care of all bureaucratic and complicated administrative procedures!
In the meantime, you have the opportunity to fully focus on the interview, in which your motivation and English skills will be determined. If these are not sufficient, we will support you in taking an English test to increase your chances.
Subsequently, there is an entrance examination, which takes the form of a written multiple-choice test. The content of the entrance test does not exceed the content of a complete secondary school education in the subjects biology (30 questions) and chemistry (30 questions).
If it's been a while since you went to school, or if you didn't take one of the two subjects in the upper school, don't worry. In our video courses, we have prepared the required learning content for biology and chemistry in a didactic and easy-to-understand way. In addition, we offer you the opportunity to take sample entrance tests. This allows you to better assess your acquired knowledge and the upcoming entrance exam.
Study medicine without NC
Unlike in Germany, the University of Health Sciences in Kaunas allows you to study medicine without an NC. This means that your previous grade point average is not relevant.
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With the help of our e-learning platform and our learning app, you have the opportunity to prepare for the entrance exam at the University of Health Sciences in Kaunas and for your studies flexibly and from anywhere.
The platform contains over 90 learning videos as well as multiple and single-choice questions in biology, chemistry and physics. This way, you can prepare for the admission procedure in Kaunas in a goal-oriented way! In addition, you can carry out true-to-life test simulations.
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The city of Kaunas at a glance
Kaunas is the second largest city in Lithuania and the centre of the Kaunas administrative district. The city has a population of around 304,000. Situated at the confluence of the Memel and Neris rivers, it is spread over several hills. Geographically, Kaunas is located in the centre of Lithuania.
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