University of Zagreb
The University of Zagreb, Croatia’s oldest university, offers a 6-year medical degree (MD) taught in English. The degree is recognized throughout the European Union.
Why choose the University of Zagreb?
6 years in English
A 6-year Doctor of Medicine: 3 preclinical years followed by 3 clinical years in university hospitals.
Recognized in the EU
The degree complies with Directive 2005/36/EC, so you can practice once you have registered with the national medical council.
No entry quota
Admission is based on a written test (biology, chemistry, physics), with no competitive national entrance exam.
University hospital
Clinical placements at the University Hospital Centre Zagreb, one of the largest hospitals in Southeast Europe.
Admission requirements
Admission is based on a written test, with no entry quota.
- Diploma: a science-track secondary school diploma with good grades in biology and chemistry.
- Test: a 90-minute written exam in biology, chemistry and physics.
- Language: English (IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90 recommended).
Application process
You apply to the University of Zagreb, and admission is decided by a written science test. Your Dream School guides and supports you all the way to enrollment.
Key dates
- January: applications open
- May, July: written entrance test
- May, July: admission decisions
- Summer: enrollment and departure preparations
- September: start of the academic year
Talk to an advisor
Our advisors will call you back within 24–48 hours and answer all your questions.