About Jessenius Faculty of Medicine
Nestled in the picturesque city of Martin, Slovakia, the Jessenius Faculty of Medicine is a distinguished medical institution with a rich history. Established in 1969, it stands as an integral part of the renowned Comenius University in Bratislava. Highly esteemed in the medical community, the faculty is synonymous with excellence and provides a diverse range of top-tier medical programs, including the coveted General Medicine program conducted in English.
Medicine
- Tuition fees: €10,900 (around £9,500)
- Duration: 6 YEARS
- Intakes: OCTOBER
- Entry Exams: YES
Why Choose Jessenius Faculty of Medicine?
- Comprehensive Six-Year Program: Our General Medicine program blends pre-clinical and clinical courses, aligned with the ECTS credit system for top-tier medical and scientific education.
- Global Recognition: Our MUDr. diploma opens doors worldwide, recognized across the EU, in regions beyond, and by esteemed organizations like the World Health Organization, ECFMG, and USMLE.
- Structured Learning: Three years for fundamentals in human anatomy, physiology, and disease mechanisms, followed by three years of honing clinical and specialized clinical skills.
- International Environment: Immerse in a multicultural learning space, with a structured academic year, winter, and summer semesters lasting approximately 15 weeks.
What is living in Martin like?
Martin is a vibrant place, well-known for its natural beauty and cultural heritage. It has a cosy feel, yet with everything that big cities offer. Situated in the Turiec region, the place is also known as the Garden of Turiec. Whether you are into sports or prefer a more cultured scene, Martin has something to offer to every taste. Cinemas, theaters, galleries, shopping centers, skiing, hiking, great outdoors – it has all this and more on its doorstep.
Given the international student population and excellent public transport links to neighboring cities, Martin is a great place for socialising and for exploring neighboring areas.
Estimated living expenses in Martin
- Private accommodation rental – starts at 350 Euros a month
- Student residence – from 140 Euros a month
- Public transport (for students) – 20 Euros a month
- Train travel across Slovakia – free on national rail carrier for full time students (some exceptions apply)
- Monthly groceries – from 130 Euros a month
- Food at the restaurants – a mid-range sit-down meal for two with beverages costs around 30 Euros
- Cinema ticket – starting at 6 Euros