Overview
Study Medicine, Dentistry or Pharmacy in English at one of Europe’s leading medical universities for entry in Autumn 2018.
| Medicine | Dentistry | Pharmacy |
|---|---|---|
| Sofia’s Medical programme provides an innovative and integrated curriculum to support your training and development as a medical professional. | Sofia’s Dentistry programme combines the very latest thinking in dental education with early clinical experience. | Sofia’s Pharmacy programme combines the study of pharmaceutical science with the practise of pharmacy. |
| 6 Year Programme | 5.5 Year Programme | 5 Year Programme |
| €8000 per year | €8000 per year | €6000 per year |
| Language: English | Language: English | Language: English |
About the University
Founded in 1917 by HM Zar Ferdinand, the Medical University of Sofia is the oldest higher medical university in Sofia is the most prestigious of its kind in Bulgaria. Having recently celebrated the university’s 100 year anniversary, the institution has evolved into a leading European destination for aspiring medical professionals from across the world.
The University Mission
- The main objectives of the University are:
- To provide a high quality education in an environment enriched by research
- To preserve and strengthen its position as an educational and scientific institution of the highest international quality
- To form high professional and humane qualities of its graduates in the spirits of the European democracy and tolerance
- To provide the formation of high quality lecturers
MU Sofia in numbers
| Specialists instructed to date | 60000 |
| Students | 6155 |
| International | 26 |
Why choose MU Sofia?
Medical University Sofia provides a well-rounded intellectual training with specific emphasis on research and communication with patients. The University has revolutionized the education of physicians, the practice of medicine, and medical research internationally. It has four faculties, three colleges and fourteen university hospitals which provide excellent resources for your professional medical training. The University has leading research in Brain and Neurosurgery, Eye Surgery, Heart and Chest Surgery.
- Committed to high quality and innovative education in medicine, dentistry and pharmacy
- Fully taught in English and International-student friendly
- Internationally-recognised qualification empowering its alumni to practise internationally (UK, USA, EU, etc)
- Vibrant student life in the city of Sofia
- Extensive network of 32 partners across 12 countries
- Affordable tuition and cost of living
- Graduate with a MSc at the end of your course
Accreditation
MU Sofia, like leading European universities, is internationally accredited and recognised. At a national level, graduates of MU Sofia receive a degree accredited by the NEAA (Bulgarian National Evaluation and Accreditation Agency), which is a member of the ENQA (European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education) and the EQAR (European Quality Assurance Register for Higher Education). The NEAA ensures the quality of MU Sofia and ensure the university produces globally competitive, skilled and recognised graduates. Graduates of the rigorous MU Sofia programme are empowered to practise in the country of their choice. Should you choose to practise within the EU upon graduation, you need to register with the respective government agency (e.g. GMC in the UK) for residency prior to specialisation.
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Course Details
Courses in Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy at MU Sofia aim to train students to become critical scientific thinkers, patient-focussed practitioners, and collaborative team-players. The courses follow a rigorous module list.
Medicine
Year 01 |
Year 02 |
Year 03 |
Year 04 |
Year 05 |
Year 06 |
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| Biology
Physics Chemistry Latin (Medical Terminology) Cytology Medical Protocol Coordinated Language Sports |
Urology
Anesthesia Epidemics Science Infectious Diseases Parasitology and Emotional Illness Medical Treatment and Physiotherapy General Surgerys Forensic Science and Ethics Psychiatry |
General and Clinical Pathology
Pathophysiology Pharmacology SMOCZ Artificial Educational Limbs Educational Pediatrics Pre-Clinical Maintenance Surgical Dentistry Medical Disaster Pediatrics Clinic |
Radiology
Diseases of the Nose Throat Internal Diseases Prostatitis Clinic Dentist Orthodontics Clinical Dentistry for Children Clinical Dental Surgery Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Professional Solutions Infectious Diseases of Children and Children Gynecology and Obstetrics Dental and Mucosa Eye Diseases |
Surgical Orthodontics
Dermatology and Sexual Diseases Neurosurgery and Psychiatry Clinical Dentistry Orthodontics Clinical Dentistry for Children Surgical Dentistry Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Peradontology Sensitivity to Teeth |
Bachelor’s Practice
Artificial Dentistry Surgical Dentistry Pediatric Dentistry Orthodontics |
Dentistry
Year 1 |
Year 2 |
Year 3 |
Year 4 |
Year 5 |
Year 6 |
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| Biology
Physics Chemistry Latin (Medical Terminology) Cytology Medical Protocol Coordinated Language Sports |
Anatomy and Tissue
Biophysics Biochemistry Physiology Medical Information Technology and Biostatistics General Medicine Foreign Language Gymnastics History of Medical Sciences Social Medicine Microbiology Medical Psychology |
Social Medicine
Microbiology Medicine in Cases of Disaster Pathophysiology Pharmacology Pharmacy Internal Education |
Photochemistry
Radiology Diseases for Nose, Ear, Throat Hygiene, Ecology, and Occupational Diseases Ophthalmology, Optics Neurology Clinical Pathology |
Gynecology and Obstetrics
Dermatology and Venereal Diseases Clinical Pharmacy Internal Treatment Clinical Laboratory Clinical Immunology Surgical Operation Orthopedic Surgery and Fractures Pediatrics |
Urology
Anesthesia Epidemics Science Infectious Diseases Parasitology and Emotional Illness Medical Treatment and Physiotherapy General Surgerys Forensic Science and Ethics Psychiatry |
Pharmacy
Year 1 |
Year 2 |
Year 3 |
Year 4 |
Year 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Mathematics
Biology History of Pharmacy Inorganic Chemistry Physics and Biophysics Latin Sport Anatomy Physiology |
Physiology
Informatics Analytical Chemistry Organic Chemistry Sports Microbiology Chemistry and Physics Pharmaceutical Botany |
Physical Chemistry
Pharmaceutical Botany Anatomy and Pathophysiology Chemistry – Pharmacy Clinical Chemistry Drug Technology Medical Products Hygiene and Ecology Pharmacology |
Higher Mathematics
Pharmacology Ecology Clinical Chemistry Makeup Drug Technology – 20 part Pharmacology Analysis Social Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Legislation Drug Therapy Toxicology |
Pharmaceutical Technology and Biotechnology
Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Pharmacological Analysis Pharmacology and Toxicology Organization of Pharmacy and Finance |
Entry Requirements
For admission to MU Sofia, students must meet the following requirements:
- Pass national medical admission test in Biology and Chemistry
- English TOEFL or IELTS
- Minimum of 62% in high school qualifications, including Biology and Chemistry
Document Requirements
In order to complete your application to MU Sofia, students must provide the following in addition to meeting the academic entry requirements:
- Official transcript from secondary and high school education
- Statement issued by the school confirming the student has the right to continue her or his education to university
- Passport
- Six passport photos
- All documents must be approved by your respective Bulgarian Embassy
Career Prospects
Graduates enjoy access to a broad spectrum of hospital and community based careers across general practice, surgery, medicine, psychiatry and other specialities as well as hospital consultancy and international healthcare development. Most graduates practise medicine within the EU while others do so internationally outside the EU.
Living in Bulgaria
Students living in Bulgaria a rich variety of activities spanning nature, culture, history and more:
- Affordable cost of living and tuition fees
- Vibrant student life from nature to nightlife
- Rich history and culture across many cities
After a day in the lab or library, students at MU Sofia enjoy access to a vibrant city life, with access to the opera, theatre, music, clubs, concerts and cinemas at an affordable price.
Outside Sofia, students can enjoy the exciting activities Bulgaria has to offer including:
- beaches of the Black Sea and watersports in the summer
- skiing in the winter
- skiing in the winter
- fishing
- bird-watching
- trips to old monasteries and castles
Campus Life
Transportation
Public transportation in Sofia is convenient and affordable. The closest tram station to MU Sofia is National Palace of Culture. Students can take tram no. 7 to get around the city – it goes along Bulgaria boulevard, one of the main boulevards in Sofia.
Student Life
MU Sofia boast a vibrant student culture outside of the classroom. Students can enjoy student clubs ranging from sports to the arts. Located in the heart of the city, students are immersed in the local culture, with access to museums, restaurants, bars and more. Bulgaria also offers a beautiful outdoor culture and going on weekend trips for hikes and more is also an exciting option for students.
Accommodation
Students can choose to live off-campus and in the city. Accommodation is uniquely affordable relative to other medical study destinations. Students should expect to allocate €250 – €500 per month on rent in Sofia.
Visa
Should you receive a Letter of Acceptance by MU Sofia, non-EU students must apply for a D type student visa at the Bulgarian embassy or consular office in their own countries, which is valid for 3 to 6 months, which will be renewed at a regular basis. EU and non-EU citizens from countries that have signed bilateral treaties and agreements with Bulgaria concerning for visa-free entry* do not require visa clearance to enter the country. However, in order to register at a medical school, a Student D-type Visa is required.
Visa Requirements
- Application form
- A photocopy of the passport, valid at least 12 months from the application day.
- The original Letter of Admission to the MU Sofia issued by the Bulgarian Ministry of Education, Youth and Science
- Bank statement from the past 3-6 months proving sufficient funds to cover tuition and living costs
- Two colour passport-size photographs (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm against white background, bearing the photographer’s or studio business name and date at the back)
- Proof of health insurance for the duration of the student’s residence in Bulgaria, issued by a private or public organisation
- A CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) Check which can be obtained at the student’s local police station
Visa-Exempt Country List
- Andorra
- Australia
- Brazil
- Brunei
- Canada
- Chile
- Costa Rica
- El Salvador
- Guatemala
- Monaco
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Republic of Korea
- San Marino
- Singapore
- USA
- Honduras
- Israel
- Japan
- Malaysia
- Mexico
- Uruguay
- Vatican State
- Venezuela
- Hong Kong
- Macao
Fees & Funding
| Medicine | Dentistry | Pharmacy |
| Tuition for the 6-year MSc in Medicine is €8000 per academic year. | Tuition for the 5.5-year MSc in Dentistry is €8000 per academic year. | Tuition for the 5-year MSc in Pharmacy is €6000 per academic year. |