Study Medicine in Debrecen
University of Debrecen · Faculty of Medicine · Hungary
English-taught degree with an optional foundation year as an alternative to the entrance test.
At a glance
The key facts about this university at a glance.
Programmes
Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy
Tuition fees
Medicine 7,250 EUR per semester, Dentistry 7,500 EUR per semester
Duration
Medicine 6 years, Dentistry 5 years
Language of instruction
English
Admission process
Written test and interview, or alternatively a foundation year
Intake
September
Recognition
Automatically recognised across the EU
Living costs
approx. 700 to 950 EUR per month
Total students
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Medicine 6 years, Dentistry 5 years
Climate in Varna
In Varna, daytime highs reach 20°C and above from May to September. It gets warmest in August, averaging 28°C.
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Why study medicine here?
Die Universität Debrecen unterrichtet Human- und Zahnmedizin sowie Pharmazie vollständig auf Englisch und gehört zu den grössten Hochschulen Ungarns. Für Bewerber ohne bestandene Aufnahmeprüfung bietet sie ein vorgeschaltetes Vorbereitungsjahr an.
- Programmes: Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy
- Language of instruction: English
- Standard duration: Medicine 6 years, Dentistry 5 years
- Start of studies: September
- 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.
- Pharmacy: Pharmacy combines chemistry, pharmacology, and pharmaceutical sciences, culminating in a practical training phase.
Study conditions and campus life
Das Studium dauert sechs Jahre. Die ersten beiden Jahre umfassen Anatomie, Physiologie, Biochemie, Histologie und Embryologie sowie Ungarischkurse. Ab dem dritten Jahr folgt der klinische Abschnitt mit Innerer Medizin, Chirurgie, Pädiatrie, Gynäkologie, Neurologie und Psychiatrie am Klinikum der Universität Debrecen, einem der größten Krankenhäuser Ungarns. Das sechste Jahr besteht aus Stationsrotationen und entspricht dem deutschen PJ.
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
Wir begleiten dich von der ersten Einschätzung bis zum Studienstart in Debrecen: Um die Bewerbung samt Formalitäten kümmern wir uns, du bereitest dich mit uns gezielt auf Test und Interview vor. Vor Ort helfen wir bei Wohnungssuche, Einschreibung und Behördengängen und bleiben während des Studiums ansprechbar.
Tuition fees and living costs
The tuition fee is Medicine 7,250 EUR per semester, Dentistry 7,500 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. 700 to 950 EUR per month for living costs.
Recognition and career prospects
Die Universität Debrecen verleiht einen Abschluss aus einem EU-Mitgliedstaat, und über die Berufsanerkennungsrichtlinie 2005/36/EG wird er in Deutschland automatisch anerkannt. Weder eine Gleichwertigkeitsprüfung noch eine Kenntnisprüfung steht an. Daran ändert auch der englischsprachige Unterricht nichts. Für die Humanmedizin nach sechs Jahren gilt das genauso wie für die Zahnmedizin nach fünf und für den Abschluss in Pharmazie.
Praktisch läuft es über die Approbationsbehörde des Bundeslandes, in dem du später arbeiten möchtest. Dort reichst du den Antrag ein, und dort wird auch ein Nachweis deiner deutschen Sprachkenntnisse auf Fachsprachniveau verlangt. Die Bearbeitung fällt je nach Bundesland unterschiedlich aus. Für Österreich ist die Österreichische Ärztekammer die richtige Adresse, für die Schweiz die MEBEKO, die den Abschluss aus Ungarn nach der EFTA-Regelung behandelt.
Mit der Approbation beginnt die Facharztweiterbildung an jeder Klinik und jeder Praxis mit Weiterbildungsbefugnis, gleichberechtigt neben Absolventen deutscher Fakultäten. Das englischsprachige Studium in Debrecen zahlt sich dabei doppelt aus: Fachliteratur und internationale Kongresse sind für dich Alltag, und ein späterer Wechsel in ein anderes EU-Land scheitert nicht an der Anerkennung.
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
Debrecen ist die zweitgrösste Stadt Ungarns und liegt im Osten des Landes, geprägt von einer grossen und international gemischten Studierendenschaft. Die kompakte Innenstadt mit kurzen Wegen zwischen Campus, Klinik und Wohnvierteln erleichtert den Studienalltag.
- City: Debrecen
- Country: Hungary
- Living costs: approx. 700 to 950 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 Universität Debrecen in Debrecen?
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 Universität Debrecen?
The tuition fee is Medicine 7,250 EUR per semester, Dentistry 7,500 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 Debrecen?
Budget approx. 700 to 950 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 Hungary 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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