Study Medicine in Osijek
University of Osijek · Croatia
German-taught medicine with the clinical phase at hospitals in Germany.
At a glance
The key facts about this university at a glance.
Programmes
Medicine
Tuition fees
8,000 EUR per semester
Duration
6 years
Language of instruction
Deutsch
Admission process
Intake
October (autumn semester)
Recognition
Automatically recognised across the EU · Bologna/ECTS · state-accredited
Living costs
approx. 500 to 800 EUR per month
Total students
20000
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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 Medizinische Fakultät der Josip-Juraj-Strossmayer-Universität Osijek wurde 1979 gegründet und gehört zu den staatlichen medizinischen Fakultäten Kroatiens. Neben kroatischsprachigen Programmen wird ein sechsjähriges englischsprachiges Studium der Humanmedizin angeboten. Die praktische Ausbildung findet am Universitätsklinikum Osijek (KBC Osijek) statt.
Dekan und Professoren
Seit Oktober 2025 leitet Prof. Dr. sc. Domagoj Drenjančević die Fakultät als Dekan, vom Fakultätsrat für die Amtszeit bis September 2028 gewählt. Der Facharzt für medizinische Mikrobiologie mit Parasitologie leitet zugleich das Institut für Klinische Mikrobiologie und Krankenhausinfektionen am KBC Osijek und ist Vorsitzender der gleichnamigen Katedra.
- Prof. Dr. sc. Andrijana Včeva – Fachärztin für Hals-Nasen-Ohrenheilkunde und Kieferchirurgie, Prodekanin für Lehre und Studierende, leitet das Institut für Audiologie und Phoniatrie an der Klinik für HNO-Heilkunde und Kopf-Hals-Chirurgie des KBC Osijek.
- Prof. Dr. sc. Ana Stupin – Physiologin, Prodekanin für Wissenschaft, leitete als Projektleiterin das nationale Forschungsprojekt „RAS-AdrenOX" zur Rolle von oxidativem Stress bei der Aktivierung des Gefäßendothels.
- Prof. Dr. sc. Ines Bilić-Ćurčić – Fachärztin für Endokrinologie und Diabetologie, Prodekanin für postgraduale Studien der Fakultät.
- Programmes: Medicine
- Language of instruction: Deutsch
- Standard duration: 6 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.
Study conditions and campus life
Der deutschsprachige Studiengang dauert sechs Jahre und umfasst 360 ECTS-Punkte. Die ersten beiden Jahre verbringst du in Osijek im vorklinischen Abschnitt mit Anatomie, Physiologie, Biochemie, Histologie und Embryologie, begleitet von Kursen in der Landessprache Kroatisch für den Alltag vor Ort. Der klinische Teil beginnt ab dem vierten Studienjahr und findet an Kliniken in Deutschland statt: Innere Medizin, Chirurgie, Pädiatrie, Gynäkologie, Neurologie und Psychiatrie samt zugehöriger Praktika. Das letzte Semester absolvierst du wieder in Osijek; der praktische Abschnitt am Ende des Studiums ist mit dem deutschen Praktischen Jahr vergleichbar.
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 Croatia 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 8,000 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. 500 to 800 EUR per month for living costs.
Recognition and career prospects
Die Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Medicine vergibt ein kroatisches Medizindiplom, und Kroatien gehört zur Europäischen Union. Damit greift die Berufsanerkennungsrichtlinie 2005/36/EG: Der Abschluss wird in Deutschland automatisch anerkannt, eine Gleichwertigkeitsprüfung oder Kenntnisprüfung entfällt.
Die Approbation beantragst du bei der zuständigen Behörde des Bundeslandes, in dem du arbeiten willst. Weil in Osijek auf Deutsch unterrichtet wird, ist der geforderte Nachweis der Fachsprachkenntnisse für die meisten Absolventen kein Hindernis; wie lange die Behörde prüft, hängt vom Bundesland ab. Für Österreich entscheidet die Österreichische Ärztekammer, für die Schweiz die MEBEKO.
Anschließend steht die Facharztweiterbildung an Kliniken und Praxen mit Weiterbildungsbefugnis offen, gleichgestellt mit Absolventen deutscher Fakultäten. Da der klinische Abschnitt bereits an Kliniken in Deutschland stattfindet, kennst du das Arbeitsumfeld und häufig auch das Team, bei dem du dich später bewirbst.
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
Osijek liegt an der Drau im Osten Kroatiens, mitten in der Ebene Slawoniens, und hat ein gemäßigtes Kontinentalklima mit spürbaren Jahreszeiten. Im Juli liegt die Durchschnittstemperatur bei rund 23 °C, angenehm warm für laue Abende an der Europska Avenija oder am Fluss, im Winter kühlt es auf Werte um 1 °C ab.
Der Flughafen Osijek (OSI) liegt etwa 20 Kilometer südöstlich der Stadt in Klisa. Croatia Airlines fliegt von dort direkt nach München, in rund anderthalb Flugstunden, und innerhalb Kroatiens geht es ohne Umsteigen weiter nach Zagreb, Split, Zadar, Dubrovnik, Rijeka und Pula, praktisch für ein Wochenende an der Küste.
- City: Osijek
- Country: Croatia
- Living costs: approx. 500 to 800 EUR per month
- Entry: Student visa required
About the author
Marcel Kloos
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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 Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Medicine in Osijek?
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 Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Medicine?
The tuition fee is 8,000 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 Osijek?
Budget approx. 500 to 800 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 6 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 Croatia 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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