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Study in Serbia

Affordable European Education with Strong Medical & Career Pathways

Introduction to Serbia

Study in Serbia: Your Gateway to Affordable European Excellence

Serbia is a rapidly growing study destination for international students seeking high-quality European education at affordable costs. With accredited universities, English-taught programs, and a strong reputation in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and healthcare sciences, Serbia attracts students from Europe, the Gulf, the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia.

Modern universities, welcoming communities, and vibrant student cities such as Belgrade, Novi Sad, Niš, and Kragujevac make Serbia an ideal destination for academic success and personal growth.

Serbia – A Premier Study Destination

Cyprus offers everything international students need for a successful university experience:

  • English-taught degrees
  • European-accredited universities (ECTS system)
  • Strong reputation in medical education
  • Affordable tuition & low living costs
  • Safe, welcoming, student-friendly cities
  • Scholarships and financial support available
  • Student work opportunities
  • Gateway to Europe

Serbia combines academic credibility, affordability, and global mobility, making it an increasingly popular destination for international students.

Why Choose Serbia as Your Study Destination?

European Location & Global Connectivity

Serbia is located at the heart of the Balkans, bordering the European Union. Students enjoy short, affordable travel to major European cities such as Vienna, Rome, Berlin, Paris, and Amsterdam. This enhances international exposure, academic mobility, and postgraduate opportunities.

Affordable European Medical Education

  • Public medical universities with tuition significantly lower than Western Europe or the UK
  • Approximate medical tuition: €6,000 per year
  • Living costs average €400–€700 per month
  • Excellent value for families from the Gulf, Middle East & Southeast Asia

Strong Employment & Postgraduate Prospects

Graduates benefit from:

  • ECTS-aligned degrees supporting mobility within Europe
  • Eligibility for major licensing pathways (subject to home-country rules):
    • USMLE
    • PLAB
    • FMGE / NExT
    • GCC licensing exams
  • Access to observerships, internships, and postgraduate training across Europe

Many graduates continue to:

  • Residency programs in Eastern & Western Europe
  • Observerships in Germany, Austria, and Italy
  • Specialist training in the UK, Ireland, or the US (after licensing exams)

English-Taught Programs & Clinical Exposure

  • Fully English-taught 6-year MD programs
  • Early and continuous clinical exposure
  • Training in large state teaching hospitals
  • Faculty experienced in teaching international cohorts

Safe & Student-Friendly Cities

  • Serbia has a low crime rate and welcoming local communities
  • Cities such as Kragujevac, Novi Sad, and Niš offer calm environments ideal for focused study
  • Lower living costs compared to major EU capitals

Popular Study Programs in Serbia

  • Medicine (MD – 6 years)
  • Dentistry (DDS – 5 years)
  • Pharmacy
  • Nursing
  • Business & Economics
  • Information Technology & Computing

Student Visa & Residence Permit (Overview)

  • Students enter Serbia with a Visa D (valid up to 180 days)
  • After arrival, students apply for temporary residence (1–3 years)
  • Residence permits are renewable annually based on academic progress
  • Student visa holders may work up to 20 hours per week

Universities and local partners assist with:

  • Admission documentation
  • NARIC diploma recognition
  • Visa and residence procedures

Accommodation for International Students

Students may choose:

  • University dormitories
  • Private apartments
  • Shared housing

Accommodation is affordable across all major student cities.
Students are usually supported in finding housing through local real-estate agencies.

Student Life in Serbia

  • Multicultural student communities
  • Affordable transport and daily living
  • Rich cultural life, festivals, cafés, and nightlife
  • Excellent healthcare access
  • Strong academic support services

Universities UniQual Represents in Serbia

University City Type Programs
University of Kragujevac Kragujevac Public Medicine, Pharmacy
University of Niš Niš Public Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing
University of Novi Sad Novi Sad Public Medicine, Dentistry
University of Kragujevac
Kragujevac | Public University

Programs Offered

  • Medicine (MD – 6 years)
  • Pharmacy

Why Choose Kragujevac

  • Strong Faculty of Medical Sciences
  • Affordable living costs
  • Calm, safe, student-focused city
  • Excellent for focused academic study
University of Niš
Niš | Public University

Programs Offered

  • Medicine (MD – 6 years)
  • Dentistry (DDS – 5 years)
  • Nursing (BSc – 4 years)

Why Choose Niš

  • Large clinical centre and teaching hospitals
  • Strong hands-on medical training
  • Very affordable lifestyle
  • Excellent patient exposure
University of Novi Sad
Novi Sad | Public University

Programs Offered

  • Medicine (MD – 6 years)
  • Dentistry (DDS – 5 years)

Why Choose Novi Sad

  • Modern infrastructure and international atmosphere
  • Excellent transport links to the EU
  • Strong balance between academic quality and lifestyle
  • Popular among international students
City Profiles – Serbia
  • Belgrade: Capital city and largest academic centre, cosmopolitan lifestyle, major hospitals, international connectivity
  • Kragujevac: Affordable, calm, ideal for focused medical study
  • Novi Sad: Modern, cultural, youthful, close to EU borders
  • Niš: Strong clinical exposure, large hospital network, very economical
Why Study Medicine in Serbia with UniQual?
  • English-taught European medical degrees
  • Affordable tuition & living costs
  • Strong clinical exposure
  • Safe student cities
  • Global licensing & postgraduate pathways
  • Full admission & visa support

Study in Serbia with UniQual — European medical education without the European price tag.

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