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🔁 University Transfer — bring your credits with you

Already studying medicine but in the wrong place? Transferring is normal, legal and common. Here is exactly how it works.

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Everything you need to know

University Transfer — the essentials

1How transfer worksWe send your target university your transcript AND detailed syllabi — recognition is decided on syllabus overlap, not course titles. Universities assess your credits and typically place you in year 2, 3 or occasionally 4 of the 6-year MD.
2Documents neededCurrent university transcript, full syllabi of every completed course, certificate of good standing (proving you are in good academic standing with no disciplinary issues), Dean's letter of recommendation, translations and notarisation.
3TimingCredit assessment: 6–12 weeks. Application to enrolment: typically 4–6 months. Start the process at least 6 months before your target intake.
4What transfers cleanlyPre-clinical basic sciences: anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, histology, embryology, medical chemistry and general pathology transfer most reliably. Clinical subjects and country-specific modules usually need to be re-taken.
5When to transferOptimal window is after year 1 or year 2 — pre-clinical credits transfer best. Transfers after year 4 rarely save enough time to justify the disruption; we tell you honestly if this is your case.
FAQ — commonly asked

Frequently asked questions

Which European universities accept transfer students?

Most of our partners do, including Charles University (into years 2–4), Semmelweis, most Romanian and Polish faculties. Availability varies by year and seat capacity.

Do I lose a year when I transfer?

Often you enter one year below your current level — for example, if you finish year 2 elsewhere, you may enter year 2 of the new university. Occasionally you keep your year. It depends on syllabus overlap.

Can I transfer from a non-EU medical school to an EU one?

Yes — universities like UMF Cluj and Semmelweis routinely accept transfers from Ukrainian, Russian, Georgian, Armenian and Central Asian medical schools. Recognition of specific credits varies.

Is transferring more difficult if my current university is not EU-recognised?

Somewhat — some credits may not transfer without additional exams. But it is not impossible; we handle these cases regularly.

Do I need a certificate of good standing?

Yes — from your current university, confirming you are in good academic standing without disciplinary issues. This is a standard document universities issue on request.

Can I transfer if I failed exams at my current university?

Case by case — a few failed exams do not necessarily block transfer, but the target university will see them and factor them into their decision.

How much does transfer cost?

Tuition is per year at the new university — Bulgaria/Romania around €7,000/yr, Czech faculties €12,000+/yr. Our transfer handling is free.

Can I transfer between EU countries during my studies?

Yes — Erasmus+ mobility allows semester exchanges. Full transfers between EU medical schools are also possible and increasingly common.

Will my new degree say I transferred?

No — the degree certificate says only where you graduated. The transcript may show the credit source for transparency, but the awarded degree is from the graduating university.

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