A proposed preparation programmeEduSlovakia is developing an English-language foundation programme for students interested in medicine, dentistry and pharmacy. It is intended to build confidence in biology, chemistry, medical English and study skills before university entrance examinations. The course is a proposal; enrolment, teaching schedule, location and final fee should be confirmed directly with us before making plans or paying anything.Who it may suitStudents who want structured academic preparation before applying to an…

Preparing for medicine and dentistry entrance exams Biology and chemistry are central to many English-language medicine and dentistry entrance exams in Slovakia. Start with the admission rules and sample materials published by the faculty you plan to apply to. Exam format, dates, accepted qualifications and fees can change between intakes. For the Faculty of Medicine at Comenius University in Bratislava, check the official admission process before making a study plan. The faculty’s…

Choose a programme and check its rulesSlovakia has English-taught programmes in medicine, dentistry and pharmacy. Details vary by faculty and intake, so start with the official admission page rather than an old list of fees or dates.Comenius Faculty of Medicine, Bratislava: English General Medicine and Dentistry.UPJŠ Faculty of Medicine, Košice: English General Medicine and Dental Medicine.Jessenius Faculty of Medicine, Martin: English General Medicine.Comenius Faculty of Pharmacy: English Pharmacy.Applications and costsFaculties publish eligibility…

Student identification and discountsMany Slovak universities issue a student card that can also carry ISIC benefits. The card can be useful for campus services and selected student discounts, but eligibility, validity and renewal depend on the institution and the provider. Ask your university how to obtain or renew its student ID.For transport in the Bratislava region, IDS BK lists the conditions for student fares, including age and proof requirements. A card alone…

Getting around BratislavaTrams, buses and trolleybuses connect many university buildings, dormitories and neighbourhoods in Bratislava. The IDS BK integrated system also covers regional travel, but the ticket you need depends on its zones and validity period.For trips within Bratislava, check IDS BK’s city travel guide. Use its current ticket information and journey planner rather than a fixed price copied from an older article. Regional trips require you to check the zones as…

Reviewed 29 September 2026. If you are studying in Slovakia and hope a spouse or child can join you, their immigration route depends on your own status, their nationality and your family relationship. A student’s admission or residence permission does not automatically give family members permission to enter, live or work in Slovakia. Start with the correct procedure Family reunification can involve a national visa or an application for temporary residence. These…

Ask which document is needed firstUniversities and public authorities may ask for foreign documents to be authenticated and translated. The method depends on the issuing country, the document and the receiving authority. Ask the faculty or authority for its current instructions before paying for an apostille or consular legalisation.Apostille or superlegalisation?For public documents exchanged between countries where the Hague Apostille Convention applies, an apostille usually replaces the longer diplomatic or consular legalisation…

Start with your universityAn internship can help you explore a field and build work experience while studying in Bratislava. Availability varies by subject and employer. Medicine, dentistry and pharmacy students should ask their faculty about required clinical placements and whether outside work can count toward their course.Ask your university career centre or international office about approved placements. Search employer websites and established job portals, then check whether the role is paid, who…

Check your post-approval dutiesSome third-country nationals granted temporary residence in Slovakia must submit a medical report confirming that they do not suffer from a disease endangering public health. IOM’s temporary residence guide describes a report no older than 30 days, submitted to the Foreign Police within 30 days of receiving the residence card, along with proof of health insurance. The exact duties and exceptions depend on your situation and current law.The deadline…

Prepare for everyday lifeMoving for university means learning a new city, health system and set of local contacts. No place is risk-free, and broad country rankings cannot predict an individual student’s experience. A few practical steps are more useful than a promise that every situation will be safe.Save the university’s emergency and student-support contacts and the address of your accommodation.Learn the route home, especially for late classes or clinical shifts.Read your housing…

Reviewed 29 September 2026. Students sometimes call this “visa renewal,” but a national (type D) visa and temporary residence for the purpose of study are different permissions. The correct procedure depends on the permission you currently hold and your circumstances. Check your current permission Check the expiry date and conditions on your visa or residence card. If you hold temporary residence for study and need to continue your studies, ask the competent…

Do you need a local account?A bank account can make rent, everyday payments and salary deposits easier during your studies in Slovakia. A Slovak account may be convenient, but do not assume it is legally required for every student or that a particular bank statement will satisfy an immigration authority. Ask the organisation requesting proof what it accepts.Compare the terms yourselfBefore opening an account, compare monthly charges, card and cash withdrawal fees,…

Studying in EnglishYes, you can apply to English-taught programmes in Slovakia without already speaking Slovak. Medicine, dentistry and pharmacy are among the options, but the language of instruction and admission requirements belong to each university and faculty. Read the current programme page before applying.An English-taught degree does not mean every part of daily life happens in English. Housing documents, health care and official offices may use Slovak. Learning a few everyday phrases…

What the National Scholarship Programme coversSlovakia’s National Scholarship Programme (NSP) supports academic mobility: eligible international students, PhD students, university teachers, researchers and artists can apply for a temporary stay at a Slovak host institution. It is not a general scholarship for an entire English-language medicine, dentistry or pharmacy degree.The official SAIA programme page explains who qualifies, which documents are required and the current scholarship amounts. Check its rules for your applicant category…

English-taught dental medicine in SlovakiaApplicants can study dental medicine in English at Comenius University in Bratislava and Pavol Jozef Šafárik University (UPJŠ) in Košice. Both faculties describe a five-year English-language programme for new applicants and award the MDDr. degree. Older six-year curricula may still apply to existing students, so check the rules for your intake.Read the Comenius admission page and UPJŠ programme page for current tuition, entrance examination details and dates. The…