Study Medicine in Cartagena – UCAM Campus Cartagena
Study Medicine in Spain — EU-recognised degree, English-taught
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At a glance
The key facts about this university at a glance.
Programmes
Medicine
Tuition fees
on request
Duration
6 years
Language of instruction
English
Admission process
Application through Medschool Experts
Intake
September
Recognition
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Living costs
Approx. €700–900/month
Total students
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Climate in Varna
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Why study medicine here?
The Catholic University of Murcia (UCAM) offers a six-year English-language Medicine programme at its Cartagena campus, on the Mediterranean coast of south-eastern Spain. UCAM is a private university with strong international partnerships and a long track record of placing international students in its health sciences programmes. Graduates receive a Spanish medical degree (Grado en Medicina) recognised throughout the European Union.
- Requirement: General higher-education entrance qualification. Check in a free study consultation whether you meet the requirements for a placement at this or another 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 (Grado en Medicina) leads to the Spanish medical degree, recognised as an MD equivalent throughout the EU. The preclinical phase covers the natural-science foundations; the clinical phase adds patient-facing work and practical training in hospitals.
Study conditions and campus life
The Medicine programme at UCAM Cartagena takes six years to complete. The first years cover the biomedical foundations, including anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and pathology. Clinical training is introduced progressively, with students rotating through the main medical specialties at affiliated hospitals in the Murcia region. Graduates receive a Spanish medical degree recognised throughout the EU.
Admission and entrance exam
The basic requirement for placement at this university is a general higher-education entrance qualification. When placed through Medschool Experts, we manage the application process on your behalf. 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 support you through the complete application process, including document preparation and liaising with the university on your behalf. As Spain 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 are available on request — contact us for a current fee schedule.
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
Cartagena is a historic port city on the Mediterranean coast of south-eastern Spain, with a history stretching back over two millennia. The city offers a relaxed lifestyle, beautiful coastline, and warm climate, with the Sierra Minera mountains rising above the bay. It is well connected by motorway and rail to Murcia city and Alicante airport. The cost of living is low compared to major Spanish cities.
- Cartagena — historic Mediterranean port city; warm climate; low cost of living; well connected to Murcia and Alicante airport.
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 Medicine degree recognised in the EU?
Yes. As Spain is an EU member state, medical degrees from accredited Spanish universities are automatically recognised throughout the EU.
What language is the programme taught in?
The programme is taught in English. Knowledge of Spanish is beneficial for clinical placements.
How long does the programme take?
The Medicine programme takes six years to complete.
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