Medicine in English at Wroclaw Medical University
Medicine program overview
Best fit
Applicants with strong school grades in Biology plus Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics who want a large Polish student city and prefer grade-based admission over a standard entrance-exam model.
Degree outcome
The listed outcome is Master's degree / lekarz after 6 years. 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
WMU still has an online subject-specific exam for some diploma categories, and those candidates pay a higher 100 PLN application fee. The university also does not accept predicted grades, so applicants need final results before applying.
City fit
Wroclaw is one of Poland's largest student cities and is usually livelier than smaller medical-campus towns. WMU lists two dormitory buildings, Jubilatka and Blizniak, around 10 minutes from the main campus. The university also highlights the Medical Simulation Centre, Academic Dental Polyclinic, IFMSA-Poland activity, scientific projects, international conferences and internships.
Medicine admissions at Wroclaw Medical
Applications open
Register in IRK, choose Medicine and upload the required documents once you have final results for the relevant subjects.
Submit grades
Medicine applicants submit Biology plus Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics. The maximum score is 300 points.
Take online exam
Some diploma categories require a pass-only online subject exam before the Admission Board can review the application.
Pay tuition
Conditionally accepted candidates choose the payment option and pay the tuition by the deadline shown in the admission schedule.
Documents
- High-school diploma with transcript of grades, qualifying the candidate for higher education.
- Sworn Polish translation where required; English documents may be translated after conditional acceptance according to the admissions page.
- English language certificate at minimum B2 level, unless exempt under WMU rules.
- Passport or personal ID, signed IRK application form and passport-style photo uploaded in IRK.
- NAWA recognition statement or school-superintendent recognition decision where required.
- Apostille or legalization of originals after conditional acceptance, depending on the country of issue.
- Notarized parental or guardian consent form for applicants under 18.
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
Biology
Biology is one of the most common medical-admission subjects and should be prepared from the official syllabus.
Chemistry
Chemistry is common for Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy. Veterinary and Pre-Med programs can differ by university.
English
English may be tested directly or checked through certificates and diagnostic exams depending on applicant background.
Tuition and budget
| Cost item | Planning figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 67,900 PLN/year for 2026/2027 starters | Use the official university page for final intake-year amount and payment schedule. |
| Living costs in Wroclaw | EUR 750-1,150 / month | Varies by housing, lifestyle, exchange rates and how early accommodation is booked. |
| Application and exam fees | 85 PLN / 100 PLN | The FAQ lists 85 PLN for the standard application process. Candidates with diplomas outside the EU, EFTA, OECD, Ukraine and China pay 100 PLN because this includes the required subject-specific entrance exam. |
| Document costs | Variable | Budget for translation, legalization, recognition documents, travel, insurance and first housing deposits. |
Medicine curriculum and recognition
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
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.
FAQ
Sources
- WMU admission homepage
- WMU English Division offer
- WMU admission requirements
- WMU registration step by step
- WMU tuition fee
- WMU Medicine page
- WMU Dentistry page
- WMU documents
- WMU FAQ
- WMU Pre-course
- WMU about the university
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