Studying medicine in Luxembourg

The advantages of studying medicine in Luxembourg

Low tuition fees

The University of Luxembourg charges tuition fees totalling 1,45,796 INR (1,600 euros) for the three years of study. Many other European universities charge this amount or more per semester.

Academic achievements creditable for change of location

You have the option of having your achievements in Luxembourg issued as certificates. After completing your studies or during your studies, you can apply to universities in Germany or other EU countries and continue your studies there.

Exciting student city

Luxembourgers are considered to be very friendly, so you can quickly make friends. The country's multiculturalism and multilingualism create an international atmosphere.

At which universities can you start your medical studies in Luxembourg?

Luxembourg is one of the smallest countries in Europe. It is possible to study at exactly one university there.

University of Luxembourg (Université du Luxembourg)

The prestigious University of Luxembourg offers the three-year Bachelor of Medicine programme in German and French in the winter semester.

The medical degree programme at the University of Luxembourg is particularly distinguished by its early medical practice, which takes place in collaboration with modern teaching hospitals in Luxembourg and partner universities abroad. The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Luxembourg uses contemporary pedagogical concepts and the latest digital technologies to impart the necessary medical knowledge. For example, there is an anatomy room with a virtual dissection table where you can study the structure of the human body.

What are the requirements for studying medicine in Luxembourg?

One of the admission requirements for studying medicine in Luxembourg is that you have a university entrance qualification: the Abitur. The grades of your Abitur(Entrance exam) play a subordinate role. It is more important that you have taken as many science subjects as possible over a long period of your school career - preferably also as advanced courses. The grades of all science subjects on all certificates from the last three years of secondary school count.

The programme is taught in English, German, and French which is why corresponding language skills are also required. If possible, you should be able to prove your German and French language skills at C1 level. However, the university also offers a language course during your studies if your language skills are not yet at the required level.

How is the medical degree programme in Luxembourg structured?

Studying medicine in Luxembourg is very different from other countries and universities, because the Total duration of the programme is only three years. After these three years, however, you are not yet a qualified doctor, but have the opportunity to continue your studies at a partner university. You will therefore complete your studies here with a Bachelor's degree in Medicine.

The content of the Bachelor's degree programme in Medicine is similar to the pre-clinical curriculum in Germany. Over six semesters, you will be slowly introduced to the structure and function of the human body. This initially includes basic science subjects such as biology, chemistry and physics. These are then deepened in the advanced areas of anatomy, physiology and biochemistry.

Acquiring practical skills is also very important. In addition to numerous collaborations with well-equipped hospitals, the university in Luxembourg has its own facilities where you can put your theoretical knowledge into practice. For example, in the "digital learning suite" you will learn how to perform an ultrasound or bronchoscopy, or how to listen to the lungs and heart. With a high-fidelity manikin, you can test your communication skills or your behaviour in medical emergency situations. In line with the motto "Never see a patient for the first time", you will be prepared for your hospital internships in numerous workshops before you are confronted with the real situation in hospital for the first time.

After completing your Bachelor's degree, you are not yet finished with your medical training. However, you will receive a certificate for each successfully completed course. These certificates will then be recognised at a partner university. There are universities in France, Belgium and Germany where you can complete your medical degree. The partner universities in France include universities in Paris and the University of Brussels in Belgium. In Germany, you can continue your studies in Munich, Erlangen-Nuremberg or Würzburg.

How much does it cost to study medicine in Luxembourg?

The Costs for studying medicine in Luxembourg are low compared to other European countries. The University of Luxembourg charges its students 36,448 INR (400 euros) per semester for the first two semesters. After that, the amount is reduced to 18,226 INR (200 euros) per semester.

Luxembourg offers a very high quality of life, but the cost of living is also somewhat higher. The rent for shared flats can be around 91,134 INR (1,000 euros). You should also budget a little more for food and leisure activities, so you can expect to spend around 1,36,727 INR to 1,54,944 INR (1,500 to 1,700 euros) in total.

However, you can rely on the support of numerous organisations to help you finance your studies. Scholarships for studying medicine abroad get.

Country and people: Luxembourg - three interesting facts

1. Luxembourg has the lowest population in Europe. As of 2020, Luxembourg had just under 625,000 inhabitants. One sixth of the population lives in the capital.
2. Luxembourg is one of the smallest countries in the world! With an area of 2,586 square kilometres, it is the seventh smallest in Europe. It can easily be explored in several days. Good thing it's even free, because:
3. Public transport is free in Luxembourg! Since 1 March 2020, nobody has had to pay for buses, trams and trains here. A great way to travel around the country and save a lot of money in everyday life.

What should I bear in mind when applying to study medicine in Luxembourg?  

In addition to your last three university transcripts and French and German language certificates, the University of Luxembourg requires further documents such as a letter of motivation and a CV detailing your experience and interests. It is important that you submit these documents completely, correctly and within the Application deadlines submit. futureMBBS will be happy to support you.

Are you ready to realise your dream of studying medicine in Luxembourg? Contact us today and start your journey with futureMBBS. We look forward to accompanying you on your journey and working with you to realise your dream of a career in medicine.

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