Stara Zagora Medical University
| Program: | MD in General Medicine (English) |
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Duration: |
6 years (12 semesters) |
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Tuition fee: |
€7,500 per academic year |
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Application period: |
1 April – 1 July |
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Application fee: |
Entry exam fee is €75 (non-refundable) |
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Academic year starts |
September |
Stara Zagora Medical University Overview
Trakia University – Stara Zagora is one of Bulgaria’s top ten universities, recognized for its strong academic reputation and international character. Accredited with high ratings, it offers over 250 undergraduate, graduate, and PhD programs across diverse faculties, including Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Agriculture, Education, Economics, and Engineering.
The university trains over 9,000 Bulgarian and international students, supported by modern facilities such as teaching hospitals, laboratories, and specialized institutes like the “One Health” Institute and the Institute of Food Security. It provides access to extensive academic resources and digital libraries through its Academic Information Centre.
Practical training is a key component of education, conducted both in university facilities and through partnerships with external institutions. Trakia University is also highly active in EU projects and Erasmus+ programs, encouraging student mobility and international research collaboration.
Entrance exam:
- Written tests in Biology and Chemistry
- Administered in English (format: multiple choice + theoretical questions)
- Additional English language test
Ranking:
- Based on entrance exam result
Admission requirements:
- High school diploma with Biology and Chemistry subjects
- Legalized and translated documents into Bulgarian
- Medical certificate, passport copy, application form
Language requirements:
- English proficiency required a least on B2 level
- Optional English preparatory course for non-native speakers
Accommodation:
- University hostel: Double and triple rooms (~€100–130/month)
- Private rental: €250–400/month