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Study Medicine in Spain

Madrid, Spain

6 years

A full medical programme leading to a medical degree recognised throughout the European Union.

Recognised in France

Degrees comply with Directive 2005/36/EC: you can practise in France once registered with the Ordre des médecins (the French medical council).

No numerus clausus

Admission by test (biology, chemistry, medical English): no lottery, so your chances depend on your application.

Taught in Spanish

Medical degrees in Spain are taught in Spanish. You need a good command of the language, and language preparation is part of our support.

Where can you study health sciences in Spain?

Several Spanish universities offer degrees in medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy and veterinary medicine, taught in Spanish, in English and sometimes in French. Your Dream School helps you find the programme that suits your profile and supports you all the way to admission.

Universidad Europea: Madrid & Valencia

Medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy and veterinary medicine. Campuses in Madrid, Valencia, Alicante and the Canary Islands. Programmes taught in Spanish, some in English (B2 level required). Fees vary by programme, from around €9,000 to €20,000 per year (dentistry is the most expensive). Degrees recognised in the European Union.

CEU Cardenal Herrera: Valencia

A European leader in veterinary medicine: full EAEVE accreditation, a 24-hour veterinary teaching hospital and a teaching farm. The programme can be taken in Spanish, English or French. Admission is based on your application and an interview. Fees of around €14,600 per year.

UCAM: Murcia

Medicine and dentistry. The dentistry degree takes 5 years (300 ECTS), is taught in Spanish and uses the university’s dental clinic. Fees range from around €11,000 to €14,200 per year depending on your profile; payment in instalments is available. Degrees are recognised throughout the European Union.

Why study health sciences in Spain?

Spain trains doctors on programmes recognised in France. Admission involves recognition of your secondary school diploma (Credencial UNED) followed by the PCE exams, with no traditional competitive entrance exam. Your Dream School helps you put together your application and prepare for the PCE right up to the start of term.

€20,000–25,000Fees per year
6 yearsProgramme length
SpanishLanguage of instruction
EURecognised degree

Admission: test and timeline

Admission to Spanish medical schools involves recognition of your secondary school diploma (Credencial UNED) followed by the PCE exams. With no numerus clausus for international students, everyone starts with the same chances, provided their application is strong.

  • December–February: applications open
  • March–June: entrance tests
  • March–July: final admissions
  • September: start of term

Contact us before February to maximise your chances and prepare your application with peace of mind.

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