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Program

Medicine

Turkey

Degree levels
Degree levels: Bachelor's, Master's
Taught in
Taught in: English, Turkish
Field
Field: Health Sciences
Duration
6 years (MD)
Language
English or Turkish
State tuition
About 800 to 3,000 USD per year
Private tuition
Often 16,000 to 25,000 USD per year

Studying medicine in Turkey

Turkish medical faculties combine strong academic training with modern teaching hospitals, and many offer the full program in English. Degrees are regulated by the Council of Higher Education (YOK) and recognised internationally, though to practise in a given country you must meet its own licensing rules.

Degree, duration, and entry

Medicine is a six-year program leading to a Doctor of Medicine (MD). Admission is based mainly on your high school grades, and some faculties ask for an entrance exam or interview. Competitive faculties expect strong results in science subjects.

Careers after medicine

Graduates work as doctors and go on to specialise, conduct research, or work in public health, in Turkey and abroad after meeting local licensing requirements.

Careers after Medicine

Medical doctorSpecialist physicianMedical researcherPublic health

Studying Medicine in Turkey: FAQ

Can I study medicine in English in Turkey?

Yes. Many Turkish universities offer the full medicine program in English. Others teach in Turkish with a one-year preparation course.

How long is medical school in Turkey?

Medicine is a six-year program leading to an MD degree.

Is a Turkish medical degree recognised abroad?

Turkish medical degrees are recognised, but practising in another country requires meeting that country's licensing and exam requirements.

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