Medicine in English at UPJŠ Košice
UPJŠ Medicine program overview
Best fit
Students who want Medicine in English in Slovakia, a compact city setting and a focused Biology/Chemistry entrance exam.
Degree outcome
The official English-program page lists General Medicine as a 6-year route leading to the MUDr. medical degree.
Recognition note
UPJŠ states that Slovak medical diplomas are recognized in EU member states where education conditions match EU requirements. Licensing still depends on the country where you practise.
Admissions and application timeline
June deadline
Document deadline for applicants taking the 17 June entrance exam without a representative.
First exam
Official on-campus entrance exam date at the Faculty of Medicine in Košice.
August deadline
Document deadline for applicants taking the 12 August entrance exam without a representative.
Second exam
Second official on-campus entrance exam date in Košice for 2026 entry.
What UPJŠ asks for
- Filled, signed and printed AiS2 application and attachment.
- Medical confirmation of physical and mental ability, not older than three months.
- Passport or ID copy and confirmation of application/entrance-exam fee payment.
- Final school-leaving certificate with required legalisation and sworn Slovak translation where applicable.
Postmark matters
UPJŠ states that the postmark date is decisive for deadline observance and that late applications are not accepted.
UPJŠ Medicine entrance exam
200 questions
100 Biology questions and 100 Chemistry questions.
0-800 points
Each question can score 0-4 points. The official page states there are no minus points.
Usually 75%
The official page states the passing level is usually 75% for General Medicine and Dental Medicine.
Tuition fees and budget
| Cost item | Current planning figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 13,000 / academic year | Published in Rector's Decision No. 3/2026 for General Medicine. |
| Entrance-exam fee | EUR 30 | Listed on the official 2026/27 entrance-examination page. |
| Living costs in Košice | Approx. EUR 500-700 / month | Varies by housing, lifestyle, travel, deposits and setup costs. |
| Document costs | Variable | Budget for legalisation, translations, postage and final-certificate timing. |
Curriculum overview
Years 1-2: foundations
Expect anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, histology and other pre-clinical foundations.
Middle years: clinical bridge
Students move from core sciences into pathology, pharmacology, diagnostics and structured clinical thinking.
Clinical years
Clinical disciplines and hospital exposure become more central as students progress through the medical curriculum.
Final stage
The end of the program focuses on clinical practice, state exams and preparation for postgraduate medical training.
How Medimentor helps with UPJŠ Medicine
Biology practice
Build speed and accuracy for high-volume Biology multiple-choice questions.
Chemistry review
Strengthen weak Chemistry topics before the written exam.
Application planning
Track document legalisation, translations, postal deadlines, exam dates and fee payment.
FAQ
Sources
- UPJŠ Faculty of Medicine entrance examination 2026/27
- UPJŠ English programs in General Medicine and Dental Medicine
- UPJŠ Rector's Decision No. 3/2026 tuition fees 2026/27
- UPJŠ prospective student information
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