London Centre of International Studies

Medicine (MD) in Romania — English-Taught

LCIS — London Centre of International Studies

Duration

6 years

Status

Active

Program Overview

A Six-Year EU Medical Degree, Taught Entirely in English

Romania is one of Europe's best-value routes into medicine. Universities such as Iuliu Hațieganu in Cluj-Napoca, Carol Davila in Bucharest, Grigore T. Popa in Iași and Ovidius in Constanța run full six-year MD programmes taught entirely in English. As an EU member state, the qualification falls under EU Directive 2005/36/EC — and there is no IMAT to sit.

6 yrs
Full MD programme
EU
Directive 2005/36/EC
No IMAT
Entrance exam or file review

What the Programme Covers

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Pre-Clinical Years
Anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, histology and pathology across the first three years.
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Clinical Years
Hospital rotations in internal medicine, surgery, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology from year four.
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Practical Training
Laboratory and simulation work alongside supervised ward practice in university teaching hospitals.
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Final Examination
A licensing examination and thesis at the end of year six leading to the MD qualification.

How LCIS Supports You

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University Shortlist
We match your grades and budget to the right faculty and city — Cluj-Napoca, Bucharest, Iași, Târgu Mureș or Constanța.
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Application & Entrance
We prepare your file and, where the university requires it, guide you through the entrance examination.
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Letter of Acceptance
We submit for the Ministry of Education Letter of Acceptance and follow it up until it is issued.
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Visa & Arrival
Long-stay study visa guidance, residence permit steps after arrival, accommodation and airport pickup.

Key Facts

Language: The programme is delivered fully in English; you will pick up conversational Romanian for ward work.

Recognition: An EU primary medical qualification. UK-bound graduates can pursue GMC registration subject to standard PLAB and language requirements.

Admission: A university entrance examination in biology and chemistry, or file-based assessment, depending on the institution.

Letter of Acceptance: Required for non-EU students and issued by the Ministry of Education — apply early, as processing takes time.

Intake: The academic year begins in October; applications typically run from spring through summer.

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Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

  • Individual Assessment: Every application is assessed on an individual basis
  • Academic Qualifications: High school diploma with transcripts, including biology and chemistry at upper-secondary level
  • Entrance Assessment: University entrance examination in biology and chemistry, or file-based admission, depending on the university
  • Language Proficiency: IELTS/TOEFL or an equivalent certificate; some universities accept an internal language interview
  • Letter of Acceptance: Non-EU applicants need a Letter of Acceptance from the Romanian Ministry of Education before applying for a visa
  • Documents: Valid passport, photographs, medical certificate, and legalised and translated academic documents
Note: After we review your application you will receive a personalised offer setting out the exact academic and language requirements for your chosen universities. These vary by institution and may change depending on your previous qualifications and level of English.

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