Study Medicine or Dentistry in Poznań, Poland
Poznan University of Medical Sciences (PUMS) · Poznań, Poland
Poznan University of Medical Sciences in Poznań (Poland): English-taught Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy programme.
At a glance
The key facts about this university at a glance.
Programmes
Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy
Tuition fees
on request
Duration
6 years (Medicine), 5 years (Dentistry and Pharmacy)
Language of instruction
English
Admission process
Application through Medschool Experts; entrance examination required
Intake
October
Recognition
Automatically recognised across the EU
Living costs
Approx. €500–750/month
Total students
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6 years (Medicine), 5 years (Dentistry and Pharmacy)
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Why study medicine abroad at this university?
Poznan University of Medical Sciences (PUMS) is one of Poland’s leading medical universities, with a strong reputation for research and clinical excellence. It offers English-taught programmes in Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy for international students, and is closely affiliated with major teaching hospitals in Poznań. PUMS has a long-established international student community and provides strong support services for students from abroad.
- 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.
Study medicine or dentistry: programmes and language 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.
- Dentistry: The five-year programme is taught in English and leads to a dental degree recognised throughout the EU.
- Pharmacy: The five-year programme is taught in English and leads to a pharmacy degree recognised throughout the EU.
Study conditions and campus life abroad
The six-year Medicine programme at PUMS is divided into pre-clinical and clinical phases. The first three years focus on the foundational sciences — anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and pathology — while the second three years are devoted to clinical training at the university’s affiliated teaching hospitals in Poznań. The Dentistry and Pharmacy programmes follow a similar structure and are also taught in English.
Admission: how to get a place to study medicine abroad
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.
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Preparing properly with Medschool Experts
We support you through the complete application process, including document preparation and examination preparation. As Poland 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 to study medicine abroad
Tuition fees at PUMS are competitive by EU standards. Poznań is one of the most economically dynamic cities in Poland, offering a high quality of life at costs well below those of Western European capitals.
- Tuition fees: Approx. €6,000–9,000 per year (Medicine); €5,000–7,500 per year (Dentistry/Pharmacy)
- Living costs: Approx. €500–750 per month
Alumni now practising internationally
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The city as a place to study medicine
Poznań is one of Poland’s oldest and most historically significant cities, with a population of around 540,000. Located in western Poland, it is known for its stunning Renaissance market square, vibrant nightlife, and strong business culture. Poznań has a large and lively international student community, making it one of Poland’s most welcoming cities for students from abroad.
- One of Poland’s oldest cities; population approx. 540,000
- Stunning Renaissance market square and historic old town
- Vibrant student and business city with a large international community
- Affordable cost of living by EU standards
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
- Is the degree recognised in the EU? Yes — as an EU member state, degrees from Polish universities are automatically recognised across the EU.
- Is an entrance examination required? Yes — applicants must pass a written entrance examination in Biology and Chemistry.
- Are Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy all available in English? Yes — all three programmes are offered with English-language instruction for international students.
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