Medical University Varna

Medical University "Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov" – Varna is a state medical university on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast. Its English-taught Medicine programme is popular with international students, who like its modern facilities and the seaside city. Here is what Indian students should know for the 2027-28 intake.

Key facts for 2027-28

Location	Varna, Bulgaria
Type	Public medical university
Programme	Medicine in English (MD)
Duration	6 years: 10 semesters + 1-year state clinical internship (310 days)
Language	English; Bulgarian compulsory in years 1–3
Intake	Autumn 2027

Always check fees, dates and rules for your intake on the official university website before you apply or pay.

About Medical University – Varna

The university was founded in 1961 and is named after Professor Paraskev Stoyanov, a Bulgarian surgeon and scholar. It has faculties of medicine, dental medicine, pharmacy and public health, and works with St. Marina University Hospital and other hospitals in Varna. It has invested in simulation centres and digital learning.

The Medicine programme in English

According to the university's official page, the programme lasts six years: ten semesters of study and a one-year state clinical internship of 310 calendar days. Students begin with basic sciences, move through pre-clinical subjects, and then train in clinical departments. The final internship year includes rotations in major specialities before the state exams.

The university states that learning Bulgarian is compulsory during the first three years, so that students can communicate with patients in clinical years.

Why students choose Varna

• A modern state medical university with a large international student body.
• A full-year clinical internship built into the six years.
• An EU degree at a moderate cost.
• Life in a pleasant seaside city with a milder climate than Sofia.

Things to think about

• Bulgarian is compulsory for three years.
• Entry rules, exams and fees change, so read the 2027-28 admission information.
• Varna is quieter in winter than in the summer tourist season.

How admission works

The university's admission pages explain the requirements for international applicants. Bulgarian medical universities usually hold entrance exams in biology and chemistry or review documents, and check English. Contact the international admissions team (uni@mu-varna.bg) for the 2027-28 exam dates, documents and deadlines.

Fees and costs

Tuition is listed on the university's "Tuition fees" page and quoted in euros. Get the 2027-28 figure in writing. Also plan for accommodation, food, insurance, residence permit and travel.

Life in Varna

Varna is Bulgaria's third-largest city and its "sea capital", with beaches, a large sea garden park, museums and a historic centre. Living costs are low by EU standards. Winters are mild compared with inland Bulgaria, and summers are warm and busy with tourists. Varna has an airport with seasonal European flights, and Sofia is about an hour away by air. On weekends, students often visit nearby coastal towns and nature parks, and the city has shopping centres, cinemas and many affordable cafés where students meet after classes.

Preparing for the entrance exam

Bulgarian medical universities usually test biology and chemistry at a level close to Class 11 and 12. Revise NCERT biology and chemistry, practise questions under time limits and ask the university for sample tests. Good English also matters, because you will study every subject in English from the first day.

Arriving in Varna

The university's international office will help you with registration, residence permit, accommodation and orientation. Use the first weeks to start Bulgarian, find the nearest Indian grocery and learn the bus routes between the campus, hostel and hospitals.

Student life at Medical University – Varna

Varna has a large international student community, with student clubs, sports teams and cultural events. Indian students often meet for festivals and help each other with studies and paperwork. The sea garden and beaches are popular places to relax, especially in spring and early autumn. Keep a steady study routine from the first semester, because exams in the basic sciences are strict and need regular revision.

Before you apply to Medical University Varna

To practise in India later, you need a qualifying NEET-UG result before you join, and the course must meet the NMC Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate Regulations, 2021: at least 54 months of study, a 12-month internship at the same university, teaching in English and eligibility for a medical licence in Bulgaria. NMC does not approve or list foreign universities, so ask Medical University Varna to confirm these points in writing and read the latest notices on nmc.org.in. After graduating you will need to clear the licensing exam (currently FMGE) and a 12-month internship in India. Our MBBS abroad guide covers eligibility, documents, FMGE preparation and careers in detail.

2027-28 intake timeline

• October 2026 – January 2027: shortlist Medical University Varna and other options, read the official 2027-28 admission rules and check that the course meets the NMC conditions.
• February – April 2027: register for NEET-UG 2027 and get your passport and documents ready.
• May 2027: appear for NEET-UG 2027 (NTA will announce the date; recent exams were on the first Sunday of May).
• March – July 2027 (document submission and entrance exams): apply to Medical University Varna through its official international admissions channel.
• July – October 2027: admission letter, visa, travel and joining.

Related guides

For the bigger picture beyond Medical University Varna, read these guides:

• MBBS in Bulgaria: living costs, visa, climate, student life and the full admission process in Bulgaria.
• MBBS abroad guide: eligibility, recognition in India, costs and choosing a country.
• Compare other universities by country, course and city.

How PSP Education can help

PSP Education has guided Indian students since 1992 and can help you decide whether Medical University Varna suits you and apply before the 2027-28 deadlines. Book a free counselling session using the form on this page.

Summary and official sources

Medical University Varna’s English Medicine programme lasts six years. The published structure includes ten semesters and a year of state clinical internships. Check the current science entrance and English requirements and obtain the exact internship and local licensing details for your intended intake.

Courses and official information

• Medicine — MD programme — 6 years, including state clinical internships; language: English. Official programme information. Explore this course.

Visit the official university website for current admission rules, fees and application dates.

Indian medical applicants should check the current NMC requirements, NEET bulletin, internship structure and local licensing conditions before applying. Admission alone does not give permission to practise medicine in India.