Everything you need to know
Entry Options — the essentials
1The full pictureEuropean medicine can be entered through six distinct routes: 1st Year Entry (straight from school, 6-year MD), Graduate Entry Medicine (Bachelor's holders, credit transfer or 4-year MD), Graduate Entry Dentistry (advanced-standing DMD), University Transfer (already studying medicine, moving with credits), Mature Students (career changers, any age), and Foundation Year (preparing for admission). We help you identify which fits — often it is not the one you first assumed.
2How we decide with youFour factors: (1) your school and university record (which subjects, what level, how long ago), (2) your budget (total cost including living, over the full course), (3) your target country to practise (UK, EU, US, Middle East — each shapes preparation from year one), (4) your timeline (which cycle you want to enter, and how much preparation time you have before deadlines).
3Multiple routes at onceNothing prevents you from applying via several routes to several universities in a single cycle — and doing so significantly increases your odds. We coordinate the multi-application strategy so deadlines and documents do not collide.
4Wrong route, wasted yearThe single biggest mistake mature and graduate applicants make is applying via 1st Year Entry when Graduate Entry would credit them into year 3 — losing 2 years unnecessarily. Or the reverse: strong graduate candidates skipping the credit-mapping and starting from year 1 when advanced standing was available. This is exactly the analysis we do with you, free.
5What we costConsultation is free. Route selection is free. Full application handling is free. You pay the university's tuition — nothing more. That is why we exist: to make the right route obvious.
FAQ — commonly asked
Frequently asked questions
How do I know which entry route fits me?
Book a free consultation. In 30 minutes we assess your school and university record, budget, target country and timeline, then tell you honestly which route works — and which universities within it.
Can I apply via more than one route simultaneously?
Yes — many applicants do. For example, a Bachelor's holder can apply for Graduate Entry at Humanitas AND 1st Year Entry at Charles as a fallback. We coordinate the strategy.
Which route is fastest to becoming a doctor?
Graduate Entry Medicine with advanced standing — potentially 4 years instead of 6 if your degree credits allow. Then residency (4–6 years) as normal.
Which route is cheapest?
1st Year Entry at Bulgaria or Romania is the lowest total cost (~€65,000–90,000 for six years all-in). Graduate Entry is faster but not necessarily cheaper per year.
Can I switch routes if my first choice does not work out?
Yes — if you sit an entrance exam and miss, we move you to a Foundation Year or a partner with a later deadline. Nothing is lost; the year is used productively.
Is a career change into medicine realistic in my 30s or 40s?
Yes. See our Mature Students guide. Ages up to 40+ are routinely admitted at European partners.
Do you offer any online preparation before I choose a route?
Yes — our free Student Portal has 1,000+ practice MCQs across Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and English, with explanations. Great for self-diagnosing which route fits.
How long does the consultation take?
30 minutes typically. Longer if your case is complex (multi-degree, non-EU credentials, unusual timing). Free either way.
Is my choice of route locked once I apply?
No — until you accept an offer and enrol, you can pivot. We keep options open until the last practical moment.