Study Medicine in Burgas – Prof. Dr. Asen Zlatarov University
Prof. Dr. Asen Zlatarov University · Burgas, Bulgaria
University of Burgas Prof. Dr. Asen Zlatarov in Burgas (Bulgaria): English-taught Medicine programme.
At a glance
The key facts about this university at a glance.
Programmes
Medicine
Tuition fees
10,000 EUR per academic year
Duration
6 years
Language of instruction
English
Admission process
Application through Medschool Experts; entrance examination required
Intake
October
Recognition
Automatically recognised across the EU
Living costs
Approx. €400–700/month
Total students
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Why study medicine here?
Prof. Dr. Asen Zlatarov University in Burgas is a state university on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast offering an English-taught Medicine programme for international students. The university provides a supportive learning environment with well-equipped laboratories and clinical facilities, and benefits from close ties with regional hospitals in Burgas.
- Requirement: General higher-education entrance qualification and entrance examination in Biology and Chemistry. Check in a free study consultation whether we can support your application to this university.
Programmes and languages of instruction
Structure, duration, language of instruction and degree — for every programme at this university.
- Medicine (MD): The six-year programme is taught in English and leads to a medical degree recognised throughout the EU. Clinical training is carried out at affiliated hospitals in Burgas.
Study conditions and campus life
The six-year Medicine programme at Asen Zlatarov University is structured into pre-clinical and clinical phases. The first three years are devoted to the foundational sciences — anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and pathology — while the second half of the programme focuses on clinical training at regional hospitals in Burgas and the surrounding area.
Admission and entrance exam
Admission requires a general higher-education entrance qualification and a written entrance examination in Biology and Chemistry. Medschool Experts supports you with document preparation and examination guidance. Get in touch to find out more 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 support you through the complete application process, including document preparation and examination preparation. As Bulgaria is an EU member state, the degree is automatically recognised throughout the EU. We guide you through every step and remain your point of contact after your studies begin.
Tuition fees and living costs
Tuition fees at Asen Zlatarov University are among the most competitive in the EU for medical education. Burgas has a lower cost of living than the Bulgarian capital, making it one of the most affordable options for studying Medicine in the EU.
- Tuition fees: Approx. €5,500–7,500 per year
- Living costs: Approx. €400–700 per month
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
Burgas is Bulgaria’s fourth-largest city, situated on the southern Black Sea coast. Known for its beaches, mild climate, and relaxed pace of life, Burgas offers a pleasant living environment for students. The city has a well-developed infrastructure, a lively cultural scene, and easy access to the wider Black Sea region.
- Fourth-largest city in Bulgaria, on the Black Sea coast
- Mild climate and beach lifestyle
- Low cost of living compared to other EU cities
- Good regional transport connections
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
- Is the degree recognised in the EU? Yes — as an EU member state, degrees from Bulgarian universities are automatically recognised across the EU.
- Is an entrance examination required? Yes — applicants must pass a written entrance examination in Biology and Chemistry.
- What is the cost of living in Burgas? Burgas is one of the most affordable cities in the EU for students, with living costs of approx. €400–700 per month.
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