University of Medicine & Pharmacy Craiova

About the University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania

Also known as the ‘Safest City in Romania’, Craiova is blessed with charming architecture that reflects its history and culture. This fashionable city boasts big high-street names, shopping malls, cool bars, exciting nightclubs, and chic restaurants. It is also well known for being one of the safest cities in Europe. Craiova has a very low crime rate which many people attribute to the good caring nature of the Romanian people.

The faculty of medicine at the Medical University of Craiova has a strong international presence and is one of the pillars of Romanian medical higher education. The medical faculty prepares over 1,500 students annually over a 6-year education cycle. You get support from nearly 300 teachers, organised into 15 departments and 77 courses.

The Craiova University of Medicine also provides fantastic opportunities for studying dentistry in a 6-year programme. There’s no graduate entry medicine, but university transfers are possible.

The university is located at Strada Petru Rareș 2, Craiova 200349, Romania.

Extracurricular and Leisure Activities

The local research programme has attracted a lot of investments over the last ten years. There are more than 100 projects in the Centre for Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Of particular note are the non-invasive imaging methods using laser and coherent optics. Naturally, scientifically gifted students are welcome to participate in research projects.

Medical University of Craiova Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for both dentistry and medicine in English are €6,000 per academic year. The duration of both courses is 6 years.

Craiova Medical University offers a total of 50 seats for medicine and 30 seats for dentistry:

• Medicine for EU citizens – 35 places
• Medicine for non-EU citizens – 15 places
• Dentistry for EU citizens – 15 places
• Dentistry for non-EU citizens – 15 places

Medical University of Craiova Admission & Entry Requirements

There’s no entrance exam here, but applicants should have Biology and Chemistry at the high school level. Here you can find the complete list of the high school diplomas by country needed for admission. The application window is each year between June and July.

The processing fee for admission is €200.

The university offers international students 50 seats for medicine and 30 seats for dentistry. Competition to get accepted here is high, but we can make it easier for you.

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Medical University of Craiova Accreditation

You will get an international degree in medicine when you complete your studies successfully.

The GMC recognises the Medical University of Craiova. To be accepted, the GMC’s requirements are: you will need to have graduated successfully in a course that contained at least 5,500 hours and lasted at least three years.

The university meets the criteria for acceptance into the GMC.

Student Accommodation

Rents are low; you can get a modern, fully furnished 1-bedroom flat for €190 to €250 per month. Living costs are, on average, another €450 per month. Huge supermarkets and malls are right in the city's heart, so shopping won’t consume much of your time. There are more than enough bars and clubs in Craiova that can fit everyone’s taste, and every night there’s always a place to hang out with friends.

The climate has pronounced 4 seasons. The spring is warm and beautiful and full of outdoor concerts, the autumn is mild, and the pubs get full. The summer is hot, but you can jump on the freeway and drive to the Black Sea, while the winter can be full of snow, just like a real Christmas should be.

Transport is easy and affordable; taxi fares rarely go above £1. There is a very busy train station, with trains every hour to Bucharest (for less than €5). Buses, trams, and trolleys spread throughout the city, connecting to any commercial place or neighborhood.

Many Romanians placed “Faith” among the Top answers to the question, “what is most important about your idea of happiness?” Romanians respect the right of any person to freely worship as they wish, with no prejudices about how they look or act. Beautiful churches are spread throughout the city, with elegant gardens nearby. You can enjoy a peaceful stroll in the sunshine or relax under one of the ancient pine trees. Muslim students frequently visit the Mosque to observe their daily prayers, conveniently located in the city center.

Life as a Medical Student in Craiova, Romania

While Craiova is generally a quiet city, there are plenty of student parties at nightclubs. Local restaurants and cafes provide additional opportunities for social gatherings of young people.

Seekers of cultural nourishment can explore the city’s center with its spectacular architecture and marvelous fountains. Most of the city’s museums are here, and so are the opera, theatre, and cinema.

Another favorite pastime of international students is exploring the local parks. The third biggest park in Europe is within walking distance of the university. Nicolae Romanescu Park was built a century ago by a French architect, and it features a lake, a hippodrome, a zoo, and a suspended bridge.

Students who study medicine here often take their lunch and head towards Romanesco Park, a 5-minute walk from the university. You can enjoy a quick lunch along the riverside or a walk along the many pathways of the park, giving you a great chance to find out just how friendly and beautiful the Craiovian people are.

In spring, students like to hire small boats or bikes and go up and down the river, enjoying a break from the strict demands of medicine.