UniMed Europe - Universities in Bulgaria

Sofia Medical University

Is one of Bulgaria’s leading institutions for medical education, with a long history of training healthcare professionals and a strong international student community. The university offers English-taught degree programs in Medicine and Dentistry, designed for students from around the world who want to pursue careers as physicians or dental doctors

The Medicine program is a 6-year full-time course that leads to a Master’s degree and qualification as a Physician. The curriculum combines pre-clinical and clinical training, including hospital rotations, practical skills development, and theoretical study. Graduates are prepared for international practice and can seek professional recognition in many countries, including within the EU.

The Dentistry program lasts approx. 5 years and 6 months, culminating with a prediploma internship where students gain hands-on clinical experience in areas like pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, prosthodontics, and orthodontics. Students study a mix of general medical subjects and specialized dental sciences, progressing from foundational knowledge to advanced clinical practice. Successful graduates earn a Master’s degree and the professional qualification Doctor in Dental Medicine.
Entry is also based on exams in Biology, Chemistry, and English. Both programs are delivered entirely in English and follow European standards for medical and dental education, making them suitable for students aiming to work internationally.

Plovdiv Medical University

Is a public higher education institution in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, known for its medical and health-care related education. It offers English-taught degree programs tailored for international students in several regulated health professions, including Medicine and Dental Medicine (Dentistry).

The Medicine program is a 6-year full-time Master’s degree that trains students to become physicians.The final year often includes an extended clinical internship where students work closely with patients under supervision. The degree is internationally recognized and prepares graduates to pursue medical careers in many countries around the world.

The Dental Medicine program leads to a Master’s degree in Dental Medicine and typically lasts about 5 years and 9 months, including clinical practice and pre-diploma clerkship. Students study general medical sciences and specialized dental subjects, gaining hands-on clinical experience in areas such as restorative procedures, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and orthodontics

Varna Medical University

Is a well-established public medical university located in the Black Sea city of Varna. It offers internationally recognised health-science degree programs, including English-taught Medicine and Dental Medicine, attracting students from many countries around the world

The Medicine program is a 6-year full-time course leading to a Master’s degree and the professional qualification of Doctor of Medicine (MD). The curriculum typically includes pre-clinical foundational science (anatomy, chemistry, biology, etc.) in the first years, followed by clinical training in hospitals and healthcare settings in later years. Students also complete a final state clinical internship and take licensing examinations as part of the requirements to graduate. Teaching is in English, and graduates are prepared to pursue medical careers internationally.

The Dental Medicine program (also called Dentistry) is a 6-year full-time degree leading to a Master’s degree and the professional title Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.). The course comprises ten semesters of academic study, practical training, and a pre-graduation internship with rotations in key dental specialties (prosthetics, pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, etc.). During the early years, students study general medical and biological sciences; from later years onward they focus more on specialized dental training

Burgas Medical University

Prof. Dr. Assen Zlatarov University offers a comprehensive Medicine course designed to prepare students for successful careers in clinical practice and medical research. Located in the coastal city of Burgas, the university provides a modern learning environment supported by updated laboratories, simulation centers, and partnerships with regional hospitals. The Medicine program follows European Union educational standards, ensuring that graduates receive qualifications recognized across Europe and beyond.

The Medicine course is structured as a six-year program, combining theoretical foundations with extensive practical training. Students study core subjects such as anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, pharmacology, and internal medicine before progressing to specialized clinical disciplines. From the early years of study, students gain hands-on experience through clinical placements in affiliated hospitals, allowing them to develop diagnostic skills, patient communication abilities, and professional ethics under the supervision of experienced medical practitioners.

Trakia Medical University

Trakia University offers a well-established Medicine program through its Faculty of Medicine in Stara Zagora. The university is recognized for its modern educational facilities, academic tradition, and commitment to high standards in medical training. The Medicine course is designed in accordance with European Union requirements, enabling graduates to obtain qualifications that are widely recognized across Europe and internationally.

The Medicine program at Trakia University is a six-year course leading to the degree of Doctor of Medicine (MD). The curriculum combines strong theoretical preparation in subjects such as anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, and pharmacology with progressive clinical training. Students gain practical experience in university hospitals and affiliated clinical centers, where they develop diagnostic, clinical, and communication skills under the supervision of experienced specialists.

Pleven Medical University

Medical University – Pleven, located in Pleven, is one of Bulgaria’s established institutions for medical education, founded in 1974 and recognized as a leading centre for biomedical training and research in the region. It offers a six-year Medicine program that leads to a Master’s Degree and the professional qualification of Physician, fully aligned with European Union standards and enabling graduates to practise medicine across the EU and in many other countries worldwide. The curriculum integrates pre-clinical studies, clinical education, and a final state clinical internship to ensure comprehensive preparation for medical practice

The Medicine course is taught in both English and Bulgarian, making it attractive to both Bulgarian and international students. Students in the English-medium program also take compulsory Bulgarian language classes during their early years so they can communicate effectively with patients during clinical rotations. The program’s structure typically includes strong theoretical foundations in the first years followed by extensive practical and clinical training in the university hospital and affiliated clinics, where students gain hands-on experience in diagnosis, patient care, and medical procedures