Earn an EU Medical Degree

  • Undergraduate Entry 6-year MD Degree for high school leavers
  • Graduate Entry 5-year MD Degree for those holding University Degrees in any field
  • Accredited medical degrees allowing medical practice pathways worldwide
  • Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools
  • Early Clinical Exposure
  • Delivered in Cyprus, safest country in the world (WHO 2017)

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Doctor of Medicine Degrees (MD)

Programmes Duration

6-year
(Undergraduate Entry)

5-year
(Graduate Entry)

Qualification Awarded

Doctor of Medicine Degree (MD)

Graduate Employment Rate

99.9%

Language of Instruction

English

Study Medicine at the University of Nicosia (UNIC)

The University of Nicosia Medical School, the oldest and largest in Cyprus is offering two medical programmes. A 6-year Undergraduate Entry programme designed for high school leavers and a 5-year Graduate Entry programme designed for those holding university degrees in any field.

These programmes have been designed in accordance with the European Union directive requirements for basic medical education and have been accredited by the Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education (CYQAA) against the robust and comprehensive medical education standards of the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME). As such, it appeals to aspiring doctors who aim to practise medicine across the globe.

In addition to the School’s achievements in medical education and research, students benefit from world-class faculty members, experienced and supportive staff, international partnerships, and state-of-the-art facilities and learning resources.

The School aims to produce competent graduates, committed to lifelong learning, who can pursue further training in their field of choice and will be competent and successful practitioners, teachers, administrators, and researchers.

  • Current clinical training opportunities: Cyprus, Greece, Israel, Switzerland, UK & USA

  • Accredited medical degree allowing medical practice worldwide

  • Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools

  • Devoted student success team: Personal tutor, Career Advisors to facilitate your journey from Student to Doctor

  • 99.9% graduate employment rate with graduates practising in top hospitals around the world

  • Innovative student-centred curriculum

  • Diverse student body from over 90 countries

  • World-class student housing in the safest country in the world for young people (WHO, 2017)

  • Human Anatomy taught through cadaveric dissection

What our Students and Alumni Say

Being the first medical student in my family, there was so much I had to learn. The staff and professors have been so helpful and understanding in helping me navigate through Medical School. They did an amazing job in helping me make UNIC Medical School my home away from home.

Neha Najeeb, MD, Class of 2026, Canada

The MD programme prepared me extremely well throughout my six years of study. It provided the necessary knowledge and skills that gave me confidence while dealing with patients and proceeding methodically from a patient history and physical examination to the appropriate differential diagnosis and treatment plan.

Dr Foivos Koulaidis, Class 2020, Greece

Choosing where to go for medical school can greatly impact your career aspirations and path in medicine… The academic and personal support I received was limitless. Whenever I showed enthusiasm, the administration worked to facilitate achieving my aspirations. Especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, where the Career’s Office worked hand-in-hand with me and I successfully matched in the US in Internal Medicine. While at the same time, securing an F1 position in the UK!

Dr Alaa Diab, Inter. Med. Residency, Baltimore Medical Centre, Maryland, US

I am fortunate enough to be studying at a state-of-the-art Medical School and one of the few in Europe that uses cadavers as a learning resource. This practice is invaluable to my studies, and which alongside the course’s early clinical exposure and diverse placement opportunities, will assist me in becoming a competent doctor but also a competitive applicant for residency.

Kyle Alexander, Class of 2024, UK

Admissions requirements 

Graduate Entry – Doctor of Medicine Degree

  • Bachelor’s Degree in any field* minimum 2.2 or equivalent GPA
  • PLUS Entrance Examination: MCAT: 498 minimum score

Or GAMSAT: 55 minimum score (must have a minimum of 50 in all sections)

Or UCAT: 2500 overall score with a minimum of 500 in each section, and a situational judgment score within Bands 1-3. Note that UCAT is accepted ONLY for those who hold a Bachelor of Science degree in the Life Sciences or Biomedical Sciences with at least a UK 2.2 class honours or equivalent GPA.

  • English Language Requirements: 6.5 overall in the IELTS (with 6.5 in writing and a minimum of 6.0 in all other elements),

Or 79 in TOEFL iBT

Or grade 5 in the GCSE (or B with the old grading system),

Or a score of 5 in English in the International Baccalaureate Standard Level (SL),

Or a score of 8 in English in the European Baccalaureate.

  • Pass Our Online Interview

Undergraduate Entry – Doctor of Medicine Degree

(for high-school leavers)

  • High School Leaving Certificate with 90% overall score, with similar grades in science and math subjects.

Or: GCE A’ Levels with grades ABB, to include Biology and one of either Chemistry, Physics or Maths, and one more subject.

Or: International Baccalaureate with 32 overall and a combined score of 16 at Higher Level, to include Biology and at least one of either Chemistry, Physics or Maths

  • English Language Requirements: 6.5 overall in the IELTS (with 6.5 in writing and a minimum of 6.0 in all other elements),

Or: 79 in TOEFL iBT

Or: 5 in the GCSE

Or: 5 in English in the International Baccalaureate Standard Level (SL),

Students from UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand are exempt from the English language requirement

  • Other qualifications also acceptable please apply to assess your eligibility
  • Pass Our Online Interview

See what it means to be part of the UNIC family and find out what it feels like to follow your dreams and THINK BIG.

Study at UNIC

The Largest University in Cyprus

  • #47 in the world in International Outlook (THE WUR)

  • #63 in the world in Good Health and Well-Being (THE University Impact Rankings)
  • Ranked #136 in QS World University Rankings (EECA Region)

  • Awarded 5 QS Stars for Overall Excellence along with only 50 other universities globally.

  • #1 Largest University in S. Europe that Teaches Primarily in English

  • 100+ Bachelor, Master and Doctoral Degrees

UNIC’s Vibrant Urban Campus

With Probably the Best Student Residences in all of Europe

  • Vibrant campus situated amid the urban landscape in the bustling suburb of Engomi in Nicosia

  • 20 purpose-built and customised modern buildings

  • 70+ restaurants, cafeterias and shops within walking distance of the main campus buildings

  • UNIC Residences are some of the most stunning and architecturally distinct student residences in the world

  • Diverse and multicultural student community of 12,500+ students from over 100 countries

Life in Cyprus as a Student

The international atmosphere, the safety, the amazing weather the delicious Mediterranean food and the warm and welcoming people will create the perfect setting for your studies.

  • Cyprus was rated as the safest country in the world for students (WHO 2017)
  • Affordable cost of living
  • Over 80% of the population Speaks English
  • It is the sunniest country in Europe, with over 300 days of sunshine every year
  • Discover our Golden Beaches, Virgin Green Forests and Natural Wonders, all located in less than 2 hours drive from the Medical School

  • All medical school students have the opportunity to explore the island and give back to society through their involvement in our popular Mobile Clinic Club