Study Medicine in Wroclaw
Wroclaw Medical University · Wroclaw · Poland
Medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine in English in one of Poland’s largest student cities.
At a glance
The key facts about this university at a glance.
Programmes
Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine
Tuition fees
Medicine 7,700 EUR per semester, Dentistry 9,000 EUR per semester
Duration
Medicine 6 years, Dentistry 5 years
Language of instruction
Englisch
Admission process
Kein Aufnahmetest — Medizinerschmiede führt die Vermittlung ohne Aufnahmetest durch
Intake
October (autumn semester)
Recognition
Automatically recognised across the EU · Bologna/ECTS · state-accredited
Living costs
approx. 550 to 750 EUR per month
Total students
6200
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Why study medicine here?
Die Wroclaw Medical University ist eine staatliche medizinische Hochschule mit angeschlossenem Universitätsklinikum und einem eigenen englischsprachigen Programmzweig für internationale Studierende. Sie zählt in polnischen und internationalen Rankings regelmässig zu den stärksten Medizinstandorten des Landes.
Dekan und Professoren
Die Medizinische Fakultät (Wydział Lekarski) der Wroclaw Medical University wird von Prof. Dr. Robert Zymliński als Dekan geleitet. Der Kardiologe leitet zugleich die Klinik für Kardiologische Intensivtherapie am Institut für Herzkrankheiten der Universität.
- Prof. Dr. Piotr Ponikowski – Rektor der Wroclaw Medical University und Leiter des Instituts für Herzkrankheiten, das laut Universitätsangaben als Nummer 1 in Polen und auf Platz 14 weltweit im Bereich Kardiologie eingestuft wird.
- Prof. Dr. Waldemar Goździk – Leiter der Klinik und Katedra für Anästhesiologie und Intensivtherapie sowie Vorsitzender der Niederschlesischen Sektion der Polnischen Gesellschaft für Anästhesiologie und Intensivtherapie.
- Prof. Dr. Monika Przewłocka-Kosmala – Leiterin der Klinik für Kardiologie im Institut für Herzkrankheiten.
- Programmes: Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine
- Language of instruction: Englisch
- Standard duration: Medicine 6 years, Dentistry 5 years
- Start of studies: October (autumn semester)
- Requirement: General higher-education entrance qualification. Check in a free study consultation whether you meet the requirements for placement at this university through Medschool Experts.
Programmes and languages of instruction
Structure, duration, language of instruction and degree — for every programme at this university.
- Medicine: The Medicine programme leads to a medical degree. The pre-clinical phase establishes the scientific foundations; the clinical phase adds patient-facing work.
- Dentistry: Dentistry is practical from the outset: phantom courses in the pre-clinical phase, then supervised patient treatment.
- Veterinary Medicine: Programme taught in English at Wroclaw Medical University.
Study conditions and campus life
Das Studium der Humanmedizin dauert sechs Jahre. Die ersten beiden Jahre bilden den vorklinischen Abschnitt mit Anatomie, Physiologie, Biochemie, Histologie und Embryologie; parallel belegst du Polnischkurse, weil du später am Krankenbett mit polnischsprachigen Patienten sprichst. Ab dem dritten Jahr folgt der klinische Abschnitt mit Innerer Medizin, Chirurgie, Pädiatrie, Gynäkologie, Neurologie und Psychiatrie, begleitet von Praktika am Universitätsklinikum in Breslau. Das letzte Studienjahr ist rein praktisch angelegt und entspricht in Aufbau und Funktion dem deutschen Praktischen Jahr.
Admission and entrance exam
The basic requirement for placement at this location is a general higher-education entrance qualification. When placed through Medschool Experts, there is no separate entrance test. Get in touch to find out whether we can place you at this university, and book a free study consultation.
NC-freie Medizinstudienplätze im In- und Ausland
- Passende Uni-Auswahl & sichere Vermittlung
- NC-freier Studienplatz im Ausland mit Anerkennung in Deutschland
- Betreuung bei Studienstart, Vorbereitung & Wohnungssuche
- Unterstützung beim Wechsel nach Deutschland
- Begleitung bis zum Berufseinstieg in DE oder CH
Preparing properly with Medschool Experts
We handle the complete application, including all formalities, and submit it on time. We guide you through the study visa, enrolment, and administrative requirements on the ground. Because Poland is an EU member state, recognition of your degree within the EU is generally straightforward — we advise you on the requirements for your specific target country. We remain your point of contact after your studies begin.
Tuition fees and living costs
The tuition fee is Medicine 7,700 EUR per semester, Dentistry 9,000 EUR per semester. Before making any decision, ask the International Office to confirm the amount in writing, specifying whether accommodation, insurance, and registration fees are included.
Additional one-off costs include the application fee, visa, health insurance, travel, and usually a deposit for accommodation. Budget approx. 550 to 750 EUR per month for living costs.
Recognition and career prospects
Polen gehört zur Europäischen Union, und damit gilt die Berufsanerkennungsrichtlinie 2005/36/EG. Sowohl der Abschluss als lekarz nach sechs Jahren Humanmedizin als auch der Abschluss als lekarz dentysta nach fünf Jahren Zahnmedizin an der Wroclaw Medical University in Breslau wird in Deutschland automatisch anerkannt. Eine Gleichwertigkeitsprüfung oder Kenntnisprüfung ist nicht vorgesehen.
Wer in Polen praktizieren will, legt das Staatsexamen LEK ab und absolviert das Praxisjahr Staż. Für die Approbation in Deutschland brauchst du keines von beiden. Den Antrag stellst du bei der Approbationsbehörde deines künftigen Bundeslandes und belegst Deutsch auf Fachsprachniveau; wie lange geprüft wird, unterscheidet sich je nach Bundesland. Die Österreichische Ärztekammer und die Schweizer MEBEKO wenden dieselbe EU- beziehungsweise EFTA-Regel an.
Danach führt der Weg in die Facharzt- oder Fachzahnarztweiterbildung, gleichberechtigt mit Absolventen deutscher Fakultäten. Breslau liegt in Niederschlesien und ist per Bahn Richtung Berlin und Dresden angebunden, was Famulaturen und den späteren Wechsel nach Deutschland erleichtert. Die Medizinerschmiede begleitet dich auf diesem Weg.
Alumni now practising internationally
Former students of this university who, according to publicly available sources, now work as doctors or dentists internationally. Anonymised overview — not an indication of any cooperation with Medschool Experts.
The city as a place to study
Nach Breslau kommst du unkompliziert: Der Copernicus Airport Wrocław (WRO) liegt nur 10 km südwestlich der Innenstadt, und Lufthansa bringt dich direkt nach Frankfurt und München, während Eurowings zusätzlich Düsseldorf anfliegt. Der Trip nach Hause bleibt damit meist ein Direktflug ohne Umsteigen.
Klimatisch gehört Breslau zu den milderen Ecken Polens: Die Jahresdurchschnittstemperatur liegt bei 9,7 °C, im Juli klettern die Tageswerte im Schnitt auf 25,6 °C, sodass dich warme, aber selten schwüle Sommer erwarten.
Dazu kommen die bekannten Vorzüge der Stadt: eine lebendige, junge Studierendenszene, faire Mieten und eine Innenstadt, in der du dich auch abends sicher bewegst.
- City: Breslau
- Country: Poland
- Living costs: approx. 550 to 750 EUR per month
- Entry: Student visa required
About the author
Marcel Kloos
Federally recognised dentist, founder and owner of Medschool Experts
Marcel Kloos founded the company while still studying abroad himself; since then more than 500 study places have been arranged. Originally from Stuttgart, he studied dentistry in Sofia from 2015 to 2021 and is a federally recognised dentist.
He now lives in Bern and runs the company full-time as its owner. He visits the partner universities in person on a regular basis.
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Frequently asked questions about this university
What are the entry requirements for Wroclaw Medical University in Breslau?
You need a general higher-education entrance qualification (A-levels or equivalent). There is no numerus clausus, so your school-leaving grade does not determine your place. You will also need a sufficient command of English and a student visa.
How do I apply through Medschool Experts?
Medschool Experts handles placement at this location without a grade-based admission cap. Whether we can place you with your profile is something we clarify in a free, no-obligation consultation — where we also discuss which university is the best fit for you.
What does it cost to study at Wroclaw Medical University?
The tuition fee is Medicine 7,700 EUR per semester, Dentistry 9,000 EUR per semester. Additional costs include the application fee, visa, health insurance, travel, and accommodation. Always ask the International Office to confirm every figure in writing — figures quoted by third-party portals can vary significantly.
How much money do I need per month in Breslau?
Budget approx. 550 to 750 EUR per month for living costs. This is well below Western European levels. The exact amount depends mainly on whether you live in student accommodation or privately.
How is the programme structured and how long does it take?
The programme lasts Medicine 6 years, Dentistry 5 years. First comes the pre-clinical phase with the theoretical foundations, then the clinical phase with examination courses and placements at affiliated hospitals. The final year is primarily practical in focus.
Is the degree recognised in the EU?
As Poland is an EU member state, medical degrees are automatically recognised across the EU under the Professional Qualifications Directive, provided graduation requirements are met. For non-EU countries you wish to practise in, confirm requirements separately.
Will I receive a transcript of records?
Yes. Your performance is recorded in a transcript showing subjects, examinations, and grades. This is exactly the document the authorities need later for the equivalence assessment. Keep all semester certificates and grade reports safely — they are difficult to obtain retrospectively.
Can I transfer to a university in my home country during my studies?
There is no automatic transfer route. A transfer to a domestic faculty involves an individual credit-recognition process and depends on available places in higher semesters. Plan your studies as a complete path to graduation.
How does Medschool Experts support you on the ground?
We organise the application and all documents, support you through enrolment, accommodation, and administrative requirements, and remain your contact after your studies begin. We also tell you upfront where the weaknesses of this particular location lie.

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