Study Medicine in Timișoara as a UK Student: Fees, Programmes and Life in Romania
28.10.2026
Short answer
Study medicine in Timișoara as a UK student: 9,000 euros a year for medicine and dentistry in English, 8,000 for pharmacy, and how the degree leads to UK registration.
Can a UK student study medicine in Timișoara?
Yes. The Victor Babeș University in Timișoara teaches medicine, dentistry and pharmacy in English, and UK applicants can apply. Romania is an EU member, so the degrees are European qualifications.
| Programme in English | Tuition per year, 2026/27 |
|---|---|
| Medicine | 9,000 euros |
| Dentistry | 9,000 euros |
| Pharmacy | 8,000 euros |
What does it cost over the whole programme?
Medicine runs six years, so tuition adds up to 54,000 euros at 9,000 euros a year. Living costs are additional and vary with your lifestyle. Our six-year cost comparison for UK students shows how to add them up.
How does the degree lead to UK registration?
The GMC currently accepts relevant European qualifications for registration without PLAB, as explained in our hub on studying medicine abroad from the UK. For dentistry, the GDC recognises qualifications listed in Annex V of Directive 2005/36/EC. The routes for both professions are in our guides to GMC registration and GDC registration.
For pharmacy, the route depends on the degree and not on nationality, as our guide to pharmacy registration with the GPhC explains.
How does Timișoara compare with Bulgaria?
Tuition in Timișoara matches Pleven at 9,000 euros a year and sits below Sofia, Plovdiv and Varna at 10,000 euros. See our comparison of the Bulgarian cities for the side-by-side view.
How do I decide?
Shortlist two cities by budget and city size, and bring both to the consultation. Placement at our 25+ partner universities is independent of A-level grades. Book a free conversation with Medschool Experts.
International perspective: Romania as a study destination
Romania has long attracted international medical students from across Europe, the Middle East and North America. The combination of EU membership, English-taught programmes and moderate tuition explains why the country sits near the top of many families' shortlists.
The author's view
Families often compare Bulgaria and Romania as if one of them were the safe choice. Both are EU countries with English programmes, so the question is the city and the price. Timișoara is worth a place on the shortlist for exactly that reason.
My assessment: compare Timișoara and one Bulgarian city on budget and on where the student wants to live for six years.
Summary
- The Victor Babeș University in Timișoara lists 9,000 euros a year for medicine and dentistry in English for 2026/27, and 8,000 euros for pharmacy.
- Medicine runs six years, so tuition totals 54,000 euros.
- Romania is an EU member, so the degrees are European qualifications.
- The GMC currently accepts relevant European qualifications without PLAB.
Conclusion
Timișoara offers a lower-cost route into medicine, dentistry or pharmacy in English. Book your free consultation with Medschool Experts to compare it with the Bulgarian cities.
Frequently asked questions about studying medicine in Timișoara from the UK
How much does medicine cost in Timișoara?
The Victor Babeș University lists 9,000 euros a year for medicine in English for 2026/27, 54,000 euros over six years.
What do dentistry and pharmacy cost?
Dentistry costs 9,000 euros a year and pharmacy 8,000 euros a year.
Can I register with the GMC after a Romanian degree?
The GMC currently accepts relevant European qualifications without PLAB. Check the current rules when you apply.
Is Timișoara cheaper than Sofia?
Yes. Sofia costs 10,000 euros a year, Timișoara 9,000 euros.
Do I need A-level grades?
Placement at our 25+ partner universities is independent of A-level grades. The consultation explains the next steps for your situation.
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About the author
Marcel Kloos
Founder and owner of Medschool Experts, federally recognised dentist
Marcel Kloos is the founder and owner of Medschool Experts, a placement agency for medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine and pharmacy degrees abroad. Since 2021 the team has secured more than 500 study places at 25+ partner universities in Europe and worldwide.
Study medicine abroad: Marcel's own path
Born in Stuttgart, Marcel started his degree late: at 24 he enrolled at the Medical University of Sofia, Faculty of Dental Medicine, and graduated in 2021 from the English-language programme. He went through the same steps his clients face today — nostrification of school certificates, entrance interviews, finding a flat in Sofia and later the recognition of a foreign degree. He is a federally recognised dentist.
What Marcel does at Medschool Experts
Today Marcel lives in Bern and runs Medschool Experts full-time. He visits every partner university in person, negotiates placement agreements directly with faculties and deans, and leads the free consultations in which applicants learn at which university they can start next semester. His YouTube channel on studying medicine abroad has helped thousands of applicants compare universities, costs and recognition.
Topics Marcel writes about
- Study medicine abroad independent of your high school diploma grades: universities, costs and admission
- Study dentistry, veterinary medicine or pharmacy in Europe in English
- Tuition fees and living costs at medical schools in Europe and worldwide
- Recognition of foreign medical degrees in the EU, Switzerland, the UK and the US
- Transferring between medical schools and returning home into a higher semester
All articles by Marcel Kloos are based on first-hand visits to the universities and conversations with current students. Book a free consultation to discuss your own path.
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