Study Medicine in Valencia, Spain
Universidad Católica de Valencia · Spain
Six-year Spanish-taught medical degree at a private university.
At a glance
The key facts about this university at a glance.
Programmes
Medicine
Tuition fees
14,440 EUR per year
Duration
6 years
Language of instruction
Spanish
Admission process
University's own admission process with its own entrance exams, plus proof of Spanish
Intake
September
Recognition
Automatically recognised across the EU
Living costs
approx. 500 to 700 EUR per month
Total students
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Why study medicine abroad at this university?
Universidad Católica de Valencia San Vicente Mártir is a private Catholic university. Its Grado en Medicina comprises 360 ECTS over six years, including 54 ECTS of external placements and a 12-ECTS final thesis. The language of instruction is Spanish; medical English is included as a course in the first year.
- Programmes: Medicine
- Language of instruction: Spanish
- Standard duration: 6 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.
Study medicine or dentistry: programmes and language of instruction
Structure, duration, language of instruction and degree — for every programme at this university.
- Medicine (Grado en Medicina): six years, 360 ECTS, taught in Spanish; includes 54 ECTS of external placements and a 12-ECTS final thesis.
Study conditions and campus life abroad
The programme comprises six years and 360 ECTS. Years one and two are pre-clinical and teach the scientific and theoretical foundations, with medical English included as a course in the first year. The clinical phase follows from the third year. In total, 54 ECTS of external placements and a 12-ECTS final thesis are included. The final year is practical and works like a full clinical internship year.
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 handle your application for you, usually entirely online and always on time. We prepare you specifically for the university's admission requirements, including Spanish. In Valencia, we help you find accommodation and support you with enrolment and paperwork such as local registration and your NIE number. After your studies begin, we remain your point of contact.
Tuition fees and living costs to study medicine abroad
The tuition fee is 14,440 EUR per year. 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 700 EUR per month for living costs.
Degree recognition and career prospects
The Grado en Medicina from Universidad Católica de Valencia San Vicente Mártir comes from Spain, an EU member state. Under the Professional Qualifications Directive 2005/36/EC, it is recognised automatically throughout the EU/EEA and in Switzerland, with no equivalence assessment or knowledge test.
You apply for your licence to practise with the competent authority of the country where you want to work. Most countries ask for proof of medical-level proficiency in their national language, and processing times vary. Medschool Experts can guide you through this step.
After that, specialist training is open to you on the same terms as graduates of domestic medical schools. Because teaching in Valencia is in Spanish and 54 ECTS are external placements, you also gain clinical routine and a world language that keeps Spain and Latin America open as places to work.
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The city as a place to study medicine
From the campus in Valencia, the beach is just a few metro stops away. Malvarrosa city beach lies directly on the Mediterranean and is quickly reached on lines L6, L7 and L8 — perfect for a break between lectures or an evening by the sea after studying.
The mild Mediterranean climate gives Valencia one of the most pleasant annual averages in Spain, around 17.8 °C. In January the average only drops to about 11.5 °C, and in August it is around 25.5 °C, with up to eleven hours of sunshine a day.
Valencia Airport (VLC) is only about 8 kilometres from the centre, with direct flights to many European cities. Add noticeably lower rents than in Madrid or Barcelona and a relaxed, safe student life by the sea.
- City: Valencia
- Country: Spain
- Living costs: approx. 500 to 700 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 Universidad Católica de Valencia San Vicente Mártir in Valencia?
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 Universidad Católica de Valencia San Vicente Mártir?
The tuition fee is 14,440 EUR per year. 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 Valencia?
Budget approx. 500 to 700 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 Spain 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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