Study Medicine or Dentistry at Medical University of Plovdiv
Medical University of Plovdiv · Bulgaria
Medicine and Dentistry in English in Bulgaria's second-largest city.
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At a glance
The key facts about this university at a glance.
Programmes
Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy
Tuition fees
Medicine and Dentistry approx. €10,000 per year (€5,000 per semester); Pharmacy approx. €6,200 per year (2026/2027 entrants)
Duration
6 years
Language of instruction
English
Admission process
Online test in biology and chemistry
Intake
Autumn semester
Recognition
Automatically recognised across the EU
Living costs
approx. 500 to 800 EUR per month
Total students
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Why study medicine abroad at this university?
The Medical University of Plovdiv offers Medicine and Dentistry entirely in English and has its own university hospital and modern simulation centres. It is one of Bulgaria's most established medical universities.
- Programmes: Medicine and Dentistry
- Language of instruction: English
- Standard duration: 6 years
- Start of studies: 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.
Study medicine or dentistry: programmes and language 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.
Study conditions and campus life abroad
The programme lasts six years. The first two years are pre-clinical with anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, histology and embryology, accompanied by Bulgarian classes. From year three, the clinical phase follows with internal medicine, surgery, paediatrics, gynaecology, neurology and psychiatry, linked to placements at the Plovdiv University Hospital. The sixth year is a continuous practical year on the wards.
Admission: how to get a place to study medicine abroad
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.
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Preparing properly with Medschool Experts
We support you from the first assessment until your first day in Plovdiv: we take care of your entire application including all formalities, submit it on time and prepare you specifically for the admission process. On site we help with finding accommodation, enrolment and paperwork with local authorities, and we remain available afterwards.
Tuition fees and living costs to study medicine abroad
The tuition fee for students admitted in 2026/2027 is approx. €10,000 per year (€5,000 per semester) for Medicine and Dentistry, and approx. €6,200 per year for Pharmacy (Medical University of Plovdiv, official admission information). Fees for earlier cohorts follow a different, lower scale – confirm your specific entry-year rate with the International Office in writing.
Additional one-off costs include the application fee, visa, health insurance, travel, and usually a deposit for accommodation. Budget approx. €500–800 per month for living costs.
Degree recognition and career prospects
Plovdiv is in Bulgaria and therefore in the European Union. For you, this means that the degree from the Medical University of Plovdiv falls under Directive 2005/36/EC and is automatically recognised throughout the EU/EEA and in Switzerland, with no equivalence assessment or additional examination. Dentistry graduates from Plovdiv follow the same path to a dental licence.
You apply to the competent authority of the country where you want to work, which will usually ask for proof of language skills at a professional level. How long the review takes depends on the country.
With your licence, you begin specialist training on equal terms with graduates of domestic medical schools. By then, the university's own hospital and simulation centres will have guided you through six years of practical training. Because the directive applies throughout the European Union, you can also choose to train in any other member state.
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The city as a place to study medicine
Plovdiv is Bulgaria's second-largest city, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Europe and was European Capital of Culture in 2019. A lively old town, a Mediterranean-influenced climate and moderate prices make it an attractive place to study.
- City: Plovdiv
- Country: Bulgaria
- Living costs: approx. 500 to 800 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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FAQ: studying medicine abroad at this university
What are the entry requirements for Medical University of Plovdiv in Plovdiv?
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 Medical University of Plovdiv?
The tuition fee is 5,000 EUR per semester (Medicine and Dentistry). 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 Plovdiv?
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 Bulgaria 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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