Dentistry in Poland - study medical courses at Polish universities
Dentistry in Poland is a very popular course among international students
Dentistry in Poland is a great course to study. As we all know, medicine and dentistry are long courses, and as a result, tuition costs can be somewhat prohibitive. Nevertheless, both medicine and dentistry are subjects which combine academic qualifications with an excellent career path.
Once you have qualified, you have multiple options before you: specialisation, hospital roles, research , working as a general practitioner, opening your own dental practice etc . Getting accepted onto a course needs preparation and excellent secondary school grades, since competition is extremely fierce, wherever you study.
Why study medicine or dentistry in Poland?
The Polish education system has been ranked tenth best in the world and boasts some of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious universities. The government has invested a great deal of money in upgrading university resources and ensuring that cutting-edge technology and the very latest equipment is available in every, nationally-supervised, educational institution.
The quality of teaching and research is high and, of course, Polish qualifications are recognised all over the world, and if you get a medical or dental degree in Poland, this will allow you to practise internationally.
Is it expensive to live in Poland while studying medicine or dentistry?
Poland is not an expensive country, and your cost of living while studying medicine or dentistry will therefore be significantly lower than in other European countries. Tuition fees on both courses are between 11000 and 13,500 euros a year, whereas international students who study in the UK will pay upwards of £35,000 per year, and costs in the US can be as high as $70,000 a year. As you can see, Polish tuition fees are far more affordable.
In addition, Poland is not an expensive country for students, when compared with the rest of Europe , and it is perfectly possible to live on 600 euros a month, if you manage to find reasonably priced accommodation – since utilities and rent make up 35 per cent of your monthly budget.
The following list gives you an idea of what you might pay (in euros):
- Food 100-170 a month
- Coffee at a cafe 2.5-4.5
- Cinema ticket 5
- Beer (bottled) 2-3
- Meal at a cheap restaurant 5
- Meal at a medium-priced restaurant 20 ( for three courses)
- Cigarettes 3.5
- Transport 10-20 a month, unless you buy a pass
- Phone/mobile/internet 30 per month
- A monthly subscription to a gym 14-30
Which Polish universities teach courses in medicine and dentistry in English?
In Poland, medical and dentistry courses have now been taught at universities in English for over twenty years. The following public institutions offer degrees in medicine and dentistry:
- Medical University of Warsaw, highly prestigious; no entry exam; established in 1809.
- Medical University of Lublin, taught in cooperation with Wenzhoo University, China; Lublin has been voted one of the most friendly cities in Europe.
- Pomeranian Medical University, located in Szczecin; no entry exam; follows the US system of education.
- Medical university of Łodź, one of the largest medical schools in Poland, offers range of accelerated courses.
- Medical University of Gdańsk, 800 international students currently studying in English.
- Poznań University of Medical Sciences, research-focussed; emphasis on practise and clinical excellence; works with six hospitals.
- Medical University of Białystok, a leading centre of research and technology; demands high grades in physics, and either biology or mathematics; no entrance exam.
- Jagiellonian University of Kraków, also runs accelerated four-year courses for graduates with pre-medical degrees (for example, biomedical sciences)
- Medical University of Wrocław, insists on summer placements in clinical settings.
- University of Warmia and Mazury Medical School, a relatively new university, located in Olsztyn
- Medical University of Silesia, in Katowice, requires an entry exam and excellent grades in biology and chemistry.
How long do the degree courses in medicine and dentistry take in Poland?
Accelerated courses:
These last 3-4 years and are available if you have already graduated with a relevant degree in the field. Contact Elab for further, detailed information.
Medicine and dentistry
6 years for undergraduates; 4 years for the graduate program of Advanced MD.
Pharmacy
5 years.
Will I be interviewed for a place on a course of medicine or dentistry?
Many universities use online interviews when assessing candidates for a place on these highly-subscribed courses. The interviewer will be exploring your motivation and clinical experience – whether as a volunteer, an intern, or shadowing professionals in a medical environment – and will expect you to refer to what you have done and provide concrete examples, drawn from your own experiences. It may be worth drafting an answer to the standard question “Why do you want to study medicine/dentistry in Poland ?” well in advance!
Studying medicine and dentistry in Poland - which are the highest ranked universities?
University | World Ranking |
Jagiellonian University | 176 |
Wrocław University | 287 |
GdańskUniversity | 414 |
Medical University of Warsaw | 458 |
Medical University of Łodź | 476 |
Medical University of Silesia | 552 |
Pomeranian Medical University | 606 |
Poznań University of Medical Science | 611 |
Lublin Medical University | 676 |
Białystok Medical University | 725 |
Studying medicine in Poland - how are the courses organised?
The first three years are, for the most part, pre-clinical, and you will gain hands-on experience in years 4-6, once you have the theoretical knowledge to participate in the clinical cycle.
What topics are covered?
- biophysics
- chemistry
- anatomy
- pathophysiology
- microbiology
- parasitology
- internal medicine
- surgery
- paediatrics
- obstetrics
- cell biology
- histology
- pathomorphology
- pharmocology
- gynaecology etc,etc.
Studying medicine and dentistry in Poland - the benefits
At present 8000 students are studying medicine and dentistry in Poland, a figure which is predicted to rise , year on year. Poland is a stunning, welcoming and historically rich country, with landscapes to take your breath away, from the Carpathian mountains and skiing of the south, to the lakes and forests dotted with medieval towns which stretch from east to west. Polish cuisine is fresh, hearty and frankly delicious. Its universities are the jewel in the crown – modern, well-funded, research-orientated centres of excellence.
If you qualify in medicine or dentistry in Poland, you will gain an internationally recognised qualification for a fraction of the cost you would pay in other European countries.High standards and low fees, an affordable cost of living and a wide range of courses to choose from in very different locations. Poland has it all.
If you would like to discuss your options for studying medicine or dentistry in Poland, then do not hesitate to contact us, here at Elab. We can give you up to date information on entry requirements, internal and entry exams, IELTS scores, the curriculum and the teaching style of every Polish university which offers medical degrees, taught in English.
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