Medicine in English at Poznan University of Medical Sciences
Official program
Medicine Program
Language
English
Degree
Doctor of Medicine
Duration
6 years / 12 semesters
Annual tuition fees
442,000 PLN total; year 1: 69,000 PLN
Entrance exam
Online application, document check, science quiz and oral interview
Medicine in English at PUMS is a six-year program for undergraduate and graduate applicants. The main preparation focus is Biology, Chemistry, Physics and the ability to explain motivation and science reasoning in English.
Medicine program overview
Best fit
Applicants who want Medicine or Dentistry in English, prefer a practical interview plus science-quiz admission model, and like the idea of a mid-sized Polish student city rather than the largest capital-city setting.
Degree outcome
The listed outcome is Doctor of Medicine after 6 years / 12 semesters. Always confirm the final title and transcript wording on the official university page.
Recognition note
The degree is issued in Poland. Licensing still depends on the country where you want to work after graduation.
Watch out for
Do not treat the old Pharmacy mentions as a current application option without checking PUMS directly. For Medicine and Dentistry, the entrance exam has both a written science quiz and an oral interview, so students need topic knowledge and clear spoken explanations.
City fit
Poznan is a large but manageable student city with strong public transport and a lower-pressure feel than Warsaw. PUMS lists four dormitories for English-program students, monthly dormitory fees from 1,500 to 3,200 PLN, a medical simulation center, clinical hospitals and student support through CMEE.
Medicine admissions at PUMS Poznan
For Fall 2026 entry, PUMS admissions opened on 1 September 2025. Entrance-exam sessions run from March to August 2026, the application deadline is 31 July 2026, orientation is listed for 7-13 September 2026 and regular first-year classes start on 14 September 2026. Applicants need secondary-school credentials that give access to university in the home country, strong English, and satisfactory grades in Biology plus Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics. PUMS also lists an 85 PLN application processing fee and a 600 PLN exam and interview fee for Medicine and Dentistry.
1 Sep 2025
Admissions opened
Start the online application, upload scanned documents and prepare the science subjects before choosing an exam session.
Mar-Aug 2026
Exam sessions
PUMS lists in-person examination sessions in Poznan and several international locations during the 2026 cycle.
31 Jul 2026
Application deadline
The Medicine admission page and application calendar list 31 July 2026 as the Fall 2026 application deadline.
7-14 Sep 2026
Arrive in Poznan
PUMS lists orientation for 7-13 September and regular first-year classes starting on 14 September 2026.
Documents
Completed online application form.
Secondary-school transcript and transcripts from any post-secondary education.
High-school leaving certificate or diploma, with apostille or legalization where required.
NAWA recognition certificate where the foreign education document is not automatically recognized in Poland.
Proof of English proficiency such as IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 94, TOEIC 900, Pearson PTE 60, Cambridge Advanced/Proficiency or LanguageCert C1 where required.
Health certificate, photo, CV, criminal background check and later vaccination, insurance and visa/legal-stay documents.
Application timing
Timelines depend on the university, applicant category and intake. Check the official admission page for the target year before booking an exam.
Medicine entrance exam
PUMS Medicine and Dentistry applicants take an internal one-best-answer 60-question natural-sciences quiz and an oral examination/interview with university representatives. The written part lasts 60 minutes, the oral part usually lasts about 20-40 minutes, and preparation should focus on high-school Biology, Chemistry and Physics, especially knowledge and reasoning around the human body.
Science
Biology
Biology is one of the most common medical-admission subjects and should be prepared from the official syllabus.
Science
Chemistry
Chemistry is common for Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy. Veterinary and Pre-Med programs can differ by university.
Language
English
English may be tested directly or checked through certificates and diagnostic exams depending on applicant background.
Tuition and budget
Published tuition for this program: 442,000 PLN total; year 1: 69,000 PLN. Use the official university page for the final intake-year amount, payment split, bank details and refund rules.
For living costs in Poznan, use roughly USD 800-1,600 / month before travel, visa, document translation and setup costs.
Cost item
Planning figure
Notes
Tuition
442,000 PLN total; year 1: 69,000 PLN
Use the official university page for final intake-year amount and payment schedule.
Living costs in Poznan
USD 800-1,600 / month
Varies by housing, lifestyle, exchange rates and how early accommodation is booked.
Application and exam fees
85 PLN + 600 PLN
PUMS lists an 85 PLN application processing fee and a 600 PLN exam and interview fee for Fall 2026 Medicine applicants.
Document costs
Variable
Budget for translation, legalization, recognition documents, travel, insurance and first housing deposits.
Medicine curriculum and recognition
PUMS lists Medicine as a long-cycle undergraduate-entry program taught in English, lasting 6 years and 12 semesters with 360 ECTS. The university says the program combines theory, practical training, simulation and clinical exposure through its hospitals, hospice and medical simulation center.
PUMS is a public Polish medical university accredited through the Polish Accreditation Committee. The university notes that PKA is WFME-accredited until September 2035 and has a valid NCFMEA comparability decision until Fall 2029. Licensing still depends on the country where the graduate wants to work.
Science foundations
Expect early work in Biology, Chemistry and basic medical or health-science subjects.
Core program modules
The middle years move into program-specific subjects, labs, seminars and practical training.
Clinical or practical work
Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy and Veterinary Medicine each add practical training in different settings.
Licensing check
Before applying, verify recognition in the country where you want to work after graduation.
How Medimentor helps
Use Medimentor to review Biology, Chemistry and Physics, practise questions, build flashcards and get comfortable explaining your reasoning in English before the science quiz and spoken interview.
Exam prep
Practise the Biology, Chemistry and English topics that are most common in Poland admissions.
English terminology
Review medical and science vocabulary so the exam language is less of a barrier.
Application planning
Keep documents, deadlines, fees and university choices visible while you prepare.
Can I study Medicine in English at Poznan University of Medical Sciences?
Yes. PUMS lists a Medicine Program in English leading to Doctor of Medicine, lasting 6 years, 12 semesters and 360 ECTS.
What is the PUMS Medicine entrance exam?
PUMS uses a two-part process: a 60-question one-best-answer quiz in natural sciences and an oral examination/interview with professors, usually lasting about 20-40 minutes.
How much is Medicine tuition at PUMS?
For incoming 2025/2026 students, PUMS lists total Medicine tuition at 442,000 PLN: 69,000 PLN in years 1-2 and 76,000 PLN in years 3-6.
What science grades does PUMS require for Medicine?
The Medicine requirements page lists satisfactory grades in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics or Physics, with at least two subjects including Biology.
Can Medimentor help with PUMS Medicine preparation?
Yes. Medimentor can help with Biology, Chemistry, Physics, question practice, flashcards and spoken exam preparation. It does not guarantee admission; PUMS makes the final decision.