MBBS Abroad for Pakistani Students: Study Medicine in Europe
The most affordable European university with guaranteed admission — through our agency. Six-year English-taught medical degree at the state Faculty of Medicine Foča, University of East Sarajevo — awarded as Doctor of Medicine (MD), the European equivalent of an MBBS. €3,500 per year, and we have our own office in Foča to handle admission, visa, housing and everything that comes with moving to a new country.
Free eligibility checkApply nowWhy Pakistani students choose Foča
The Faculty of Medicine Foča is a state faculty of the University of East Sarajevo and teaches its six-year medical programme fully in English. Small cohorts, clinical training at the University Clinical Centre Foča and low living costs make it a good place to study — without the high donation fees common at many private MBBS programmes.
We are the faculty’s official partner for international students and run our own office in Foča. From your first question to your graduation you have one contact person who knows the faculty and the local authorities personally.
Admission requirements
- FSc Pre-Medical (HSSC) or equivalent with Biology, Chemistry and Physics
- Good command of English — the entire programme is taught in English
- No MDCAT required for admission to Foča
- No entrance exam — admission through our agency is guaranteed
After graduation: your career options
Most Pakistani students who come to Foča are building a long-term career in Europe — and the MD from Foča is the right degree for that. Students who later decide to return to Pakistan can pursue PMDC registration after passing the National Registration Examination (NRE).
Working in Europe
We do not stop at Germany. We support graduates into their first post as a doctor in Germany, the United Kingdom, Austria, France, Italy, Norway and Sweden. Germany in particular faces a structural shortage of doctors: after graduation and German at roughly B2 level you can apply for Approbation, the German medical licence, through the competent authority in your federal state. We look at your specific situation and tell you which country fits your career plan, then guide you through the recognition process and the applications.
Returning to Pakistan — PMDC & NRE
If you plan to return to Pakistan, the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) requires foreign medical graduates to pass the National Registration Examination (NRE). Before studying abroad, Pakistani students should obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from PMDC. PMDC also requires the university to meet WFME (World Federation for Medical Education) standards: the University of East Sarajevo is a state European university that fulfils these criteria. After passing the NRE you can register with PMDC and practise as a doctor in Pakistan.
Transfer into a higher semester in Germany or Italy
You do not have to finish all six years in Foča. After your first semesters we can apply on your behalf for a transfer into a higher semester at universities in Germany or Italy: we handle recognition of the exams you have passed and send applications to up to five universities.
Requirement: German at B2 level for Germany, Italian at B2 level for Italy. We can connect you with a language teacher who can get you to that level while you study.
Recognition and transfer requirements may change and are decided case by case. Always verify current PMDC requirements at pmdc.pk, and the requirements of the destination university, before enrolment.
Tuition fees and living costs
Tuition
€3,500 per year, paid per semester (€1,750). No donation fee, no capitation fee, no agency fee hidden in the tuition.
Living costs
Around €450 per month for rent, food, transport and insurance. A room in a shared flat costs roughly €150 to €250.
Full cost overview
All fees and our service packages are listed on our costs page.
Frequently asked questions
Is the degree in Foča an MBBS?
The Faculty of Medicine Foča awards a Doctor of Medicine (MD) after six years and 360 ECTS. In European medical systems — and increasingly worldwide — the MD is the standard primary medical degree. The degree qualifies you for the European recognition process and for the PMDC National Registration Examination (NRE) if you plan to return to Pakistan.
Is admission guaranteed for Pakistani students?
Yes, through our agency: if you hold an FSc Pre-Medical (HSSC) certificate or equivalent with Biology, Chemistry and Physics and have good English, we secure your place at the Faculty of Medicine Foča. There is no selection by grades and no entrance exam. We check your documents free of charge within one working day.
Do I need MDCAT to study in Bosnia?
No. Admission to the Faculty of Medicine Foča does not require MDCAT. There is no entrance exam — your FSc qualification and English skills are sufficient for admission through our agency.
Can I transfer to a university in Germany or Italy later?
Yes. After your first semesters we can apply for a transfer into a higher semester at universities in Germany or Italy. We handle recognition of the exams you have passed and send applications to up to five universities. The language requirement is B2 in the language of the destination country — German for Germany, Italian for Italy — and we can connect you with a language teacher.
Can I return to Pakistan and practise as a doctor after graduating in Foča?
Yes. The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) requires foreign medical graduates to pass the National Registration Examination (NRE). You should obtain an NOC from PMDC before your studies begin. The University of East Sarajevo is a state European university that meets WFME standards, which is a key PMDC criterion. After passing the NRE, you can register with PMDC and practise in Pakistan. Always verify current PMDC requirements at pmdc.pk before enrolment.
What does it cost?
Tuition is €3,500 per year (€1,750 per semester), living costs in Foča around €450 per month. There is no donation or capitation fee. Among English-taught medical degrees in Europe this is one of the most affordable options.
What does Study-Medicine-Foca.com do for me?
We are the official partner of the University of East Sarajevo for international students. We handle your application, visa and residence permit, housing and daily life, and we support graduates on the path to European medical practice — including transfer into a higher semester in Germany or Italy.
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