Medical faculties in the Czech Republic admit hundreds of international students each year to study general medicine in English. However, few people know that Czech and Slovak students can also study medicine in English. This opportunity is offered, for example, by the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ostrava.

Medicine is a prestigious and socially respected field that guarantees not only immediate employability but also a stable income. The ever-growing demand for doctors, especially in certain regions, motivates more and more students to apply for medical studies. Each year, between ten and twelve thousand applicants apply for general medicine programs, but only about two thousand students are admitted across all eight medical faculties in the Czech Republic.

Czech medical faculties are also popular among international students. The main reasons include not only the high quality of local universities but also the fact that the cost of living is lower compared to other countries, and the Czech Republic is considered a safe country. Few people know that self-funded medical studies are also an option for Czech and Slovak students.

Studying medicine in English, despite the considerable financial costs, can bring many benefits. The greatest advantage is undoubtedly excellent language preparation for a future career. Students acquire medical terminology in an international context during their studies, making it easier for them to work with professional literature, participate in international conferences, and publish scientific articles. A strong command of English also opens doors to foreign internships, exchange programs, and opportunities to work in international medical teams.

Unlike studying medicine in Czech, studying in English comes with tuition fees. However, a graduate with strong language skills can easily find employment abroad, and the investment in education can pay off in a relatively short period. Moreover, many healthcare institutions already offer students opportunities for paid internships or scholarship programs.

Linguistically proficient students also have the opportunity to participate in medical missions in impoverished regions of the world, such as Malawi in Africa. “These missions are a great opportunity to experience the work of a doctor in challenging conditions while helping people who lack access to adequate healthcare,” says Rastislav Maďar, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ostrava. Future doctors involved in these projects gain valuable hands-on experience, learn to work under pressure, and familiarize themselves with different healthcare systems.

If you are interested in studying medicine in English and want to learn more, you can find detailed information about admission requirements, tuition fees, and the study program at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ostrava on this website.