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Veterinary Medicine in English at UVLF Košice

Official program

General Veterinary Medicine

Language

English

Degree

DVM

Duration

6 years / 12 semesters

Annual tuition fees

EUR 10,000 / year

Application fee

EUR 50

Accreditation

EAEVE Accreditation

Entrance exam

Online Biology and Chemistry

General Veterinary Medicine at UVLF Košice is a 6-year English-taught program for secondary school leavers, leading to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM). It is Slovakia's clearest English veterinary route for students who want animal medicine, clinical training and veterinary public-health exposure.

UVLF Veterinary Medicine program overview

Best fit

Applicants who want Veterinary Medicine specifically, not a human Medicine, Dentistry or Pharmacy route.

Degree outcome

The official course description lists Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, abbreviated DVM.

Study model

UVLF lists daily study, ECTS compatibility, lectures, practical lessons, thesis work and field/professional practice.

Recognition note

UVLF states EAEVE Accreditation, but veterinary licensing still depends on the country where you want to practise.

Admissions and application timeline

UVLF marks the AY 2026/2027 application process as open. Applicants first email the Study Office with the required file, then receive evaluation feedback and an entrance-exam invitation if the file is accepted.

25 Apr 2026

First exam

Online entrance exam. Application-file deadline: 27 March 2026.

23 May 2026

Second exam

Online entrance exam. Plan around the 24 April 2026 deadline listed on the entrance-exams page.

27 Jun 2026

Third exam

Online entrance exam. Application-file deadline: 29 May 2026.

Documents

What UVLF asks for

Initial consent to personal-data processing and hand-signed application form.
Valid passport or ID copy and proof of payment of the EUR 50 application fee.
High-school leaving certificate and transcripts, or confirmation if final documents are not yet available.
CV with study duration, obtained qualification and graduation date.
Optional veterinary-work confirmation; UVLF says this can add 5 points if submitted with the application.

Important note

Verify the May deadline

UVLF's entrance-exams page lists 24 April 2026 as the deadline for the 23 May exam, while the application process table appears to show a different value. Use the earlier date for planning and confirm directly with the Study Office.

UVLF Veterinary Medicine entrance exam

The UVLF entrance exam is an English written test in Biology and Chemistry. UVLF states that the test is set at the level of the upper-secondary school leaving examination in Slovakia.

Subjects

Biology and Chemistry

The published syllabus covers broad secondary-school Biology and Chemistry topics.

Format

Written test

UVLF describes single-choice, multiple-choice and open-ended questions.

Language

English

The entrance exam is in English for applicants to the 6-year General Veterinary Medicine program.

What to prepare first

Biology

Start with cell biology, living systems, genetics, physiology, plant biology, reproduction, ecology and ethology.

Chemistry

Build general Chemistry, bonding, reactions, solutions, acids/bases, organic Chemistry and biomolecule foundations.

Exam language

Practise explaining science clearly in English so open-ended answers and terminology do not slow you down.

Tuition fees and budget

UVLF publishes fees in EUR. The current applicant fee page lists General Veterinary Medicine tuition at EUR 10,000 per academic year, plus a EUR 50 application fee and an EUR 800 post-admission deposit that forms part of first-year tuition.

Cost item	Current planning figure	Notes
Tuition	EUR 10,000 / academic year	Published for General Veterinary Medicine on UVLF's applicant payments page.
Application fee	EUR 50	UVLF states that applicants who cancel or do not participate do not receive a refund.
Deposit after admission	EUR 800	Non-refundable deposit within the specified deadline; part of first-year tuition.
Registration fee for newly accepted students	EUR 200	Listed separately under study-related fees.
Tuition instalments	Maximum two equal instalments	UVLF says tuition can be paid in up to two equal instalments.
Living costs in Košice	Approx. EUR 600-800 / month	Planning range before deposits, insurance, travel, visa costs and personal lifestyle choices.
Accommodation	Dormitory or private housing	UVLF says it has two dormitories about a 10-minute walk from the university.

Curriculum overview

UVLF describes the course as daily study with ECTS compatibility. Delivery includes lectures, practical lessons, thesis work and field/professional practice. The curriculum spans basic sciences, clinical sciences, animal production, food hygiene and veterinary public-health topics.

Basic subjects

Biophysics, Chemistry, Biology, biomedical statistics, ecology and scientific-work foundations.

Basic sciences

Anatomy, histology, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, toxicology, genetics, microbiology and immunology.

Clinical sciences

Clinical practice across small animals, horses, birds, exotic/free-living animals, ruminants and pigs.

Food and public health

Food hygiene, food technology, meat inspection, food chemistry, foodborne diseases and veterinary legislation.

Accommodation

UVLF says its dormitories are about a 10-minute walk from the university and include over 400 rooms, shared kitchens, study rooms and internet access.

Career paths

UVLF lists future options including small-animal, large-animal and exotic-animal clinics, zoos, food safety, pharmaceutical industry, research, teaching, consultancy and ecology.

How Medimentor helps with UVLF Veterinary Medicine

UVLF is a good Medimentor fit because the entrance exam depends on Biology and Chemistry. Medimentor can help you build the science base, practise exam-style questions and stay organized around document deadlines. We do not guarantee admission; UVLF makes the final decision.

Biology practice

Prepare the broad Biology syllabus before moving to UVLF-specific question styles.

Chemistry review

Strengthen general and organic Chemistry foundations, equations and applied problem solving.

Application planning

Track exam dates, file deadlines, fee payment, translations and final-document timing.

Start preparing

FAQ

Can I study Veterinary Medicine in English at UVLF Košice?

Yes. The University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy in Košice lists English-taught General Veterinary Medicine for secondary school leavers.

How long is Veterinary Medicine at UVLF Košice?

The official course description lists the General Veterinary Medicine program as 6 years, or 12 semesters, leading to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM).

How much is UVLF Veterinary Medicine tuition?

UVLF lists General Veterinary Medicine tuition at EUR 10,000 per academic year. The application fee is EUR 50, and an EUR 800 deposit is due after admission as part of first-year tuition.

What is the UVLF Veterinary Medicine entrance exam?

The entrance exam is an English written test in Biology and Chemistry, with single-choice, multiple-choice and open-ended questions at upper-secondary-school level.

When are the 2026 UVLF Veterinary Medicine entrance exams?

The entrance-exams page lists online exams on 25 April 2026, 23 May 2026 and 27 June 2026, with application-file deadlines of 27 March, 24 April and 29 May 2026. Applicants should verify the May deadline directly because the application-process table currently appears inconsistent.

Does UVLF Košice provide accommodation?

UVLF says it has two dormitories about a 10-minute walk from the university, with over 400 rooms and shared facilities.

Does Medimentor guarantee admission to UVLF Veterinary Medicine?

No. Medimentor helps with Biology and Chemistry preparation and application planning, but UVLF makes the final admission decision under its official rules.