The admission requirements to study at Semmelweis University are:
The medical school has only one intake per year in September. For the highest chance of entry, applications must be sent as early as possible before the August deadline.
The average acceptance rate for students who apply to Semmelweis University through us is 78%, meaning approximately 3 out of 4 applicants get in.
The tuition fees for medicine and dentistry in English at Semmelweis Medical University are:
Living costs in Budapest are around £600 per month, including rent.
Tuition fees in this medical school are around 30% higher than in the UK, but the cost of living is 2 times (100%) lower.
| Yearly Tuition fee difference between the UK and Semmelweis University (approx) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fees | Medicine | Dentistry |
| in the UK | £9,250 | £9,000 |
| at Semmelweis University | £12,800 | £12,800 |
| Difference | +28% | +30% |
| Monthly living cost difference between the UK and Semmelweis, Hungary (approx) | |
|---|---|
| Country | Budget |
| UK | £1,200 |
| Semmelweis, Hungary | £600 |
| Difference | -50% |
Semmelweis University's medical and dental degrees are internationally recognised and qualify you to practise medicine or dentistry in the UK and worldwide.
General Medical Council of the United Kingdom and other major health organisations recognise Semmelweis’ programmes. Their curriculum covers a minimum of 5,500 hours of instruction over a minimum of three years.
Additionally, Semmelweis Medical University is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools, indicating its high academic standards.
According to statistics from the GMC, there are currently over 180 active UK doctors who have graduated from this medical school in Budapest, Hungary.
The 12-semester medical course includes at least 6,000 teaching hours, divided into 2 phases. The first phase is a 2-year preclinical study in basic sciences; the second phase is a 4-year clinical study. Internships are typically held during the 11th and 12th semesters in university clinics or hospitals.
Students must present and defend their written thesis at the end of the 6-year programme, as well as take a final written test and oral examination before an examination board. After passing all examinations, the student is awarded a diploma and the title M.D. (Medical Doctor).
The dental course structure is similar to the medical one, except its duration is 5 years (10 semesters). The first 2 years focus on theoretical subjects, which will enable students to work on real patients in the next 3 years.
Each year, the Faculty of Dentistry produces more dentists than the other three Hungarian dental schools combined. More than two-thirds of practising dentists in Hungary got their diploma from Semmelweis University.
Years 1-2
The first part is a two-year period of preclinical study in basic sciences.
Years 3-5
The second part is focused on clinical studies where students can apply what they have learned in the real world.
Year 6
Internships usually take place between the 11th and 12th semesters and are usually done at university clinics or hospitals.
Graduation
At the end of the six-year programme, students must submit their written thesis and defend it. They must also take a final written test and an oral exam in front of an examination board. After passing all the tests, the student is given a diploma and the title M.D. (Medical Doctor).
Budapest is Hungary's largest city and capital, with a population of 1.7 million. Budapest as we know it today was founded in 1873 when the cities of Buda and Pest merged. The city is located on the Danube River's banks which divides the city in two.
Budapest's cost of living is quite affordable in comparison to the UK. As is the case practically everywhere, the most expensive aspect is the accommodation. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment normally costs around £350 per month.
Depending on individual spending habits, students usually spend around £250 - £300 on utilities, food, and leisure activities per month. Combined with rent, you are looking at a budget of around £600 per month.
In terms of student safety, Budapest is a safe city for students and tourists, provided they adhere to the normal travel advice against petty crime. Avoid costly taxis and bars, confirm pricing before ordering, and keep an eye on your possessions when using public transportation and areas frequented by tourists.
