Bachelor's in Medicine

Vilnius University is the oldest university in the Baltic states, founded in 1579. It is a public university with over 26,000 students and 4,000 staff members. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in the fields of humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, medicine, and engineering. Vilnius University is ranked #351-400 in the QS World University Rankings 2024. It is also a member of the Coimbra Group and the European University Association.

In the first 2 years, basic medical science is taught as a series of courses organised into four concurrent themes: molecular/cellular aspects of medicine; human structure and functions; healthcare in the community; and early clinical and professional development. The integration of science and clinical practice starts at the beginning of the courses. Through a series of lectures, seminars and visits to general practices and hospitals, you will become familiar with patient contact and learn the principles of taking the clinical history and examinations. Student-selected components allow for the study of specific topics in depth. Following this, you will move into the clinical phase, where you will rotate through a series of placements at major teaching trusts throughout the region and community. *There are three State Graduation Exams for the Medicine study programme: Surgery; Internal Medicine; and Women and Children’s Diseases. Please note: An internship is integrated into the curriculum of the Medicine study programme and is an obligatory step. However, students are free to choose where to complete the internship – in Lithuania or in other countries. Those who are willing to complete their internships in Lithuania must have at least a B1 level in the Lithuanian language. A B1 level in the Lithuanian language is also required when applying for a licence as a health care professional. The Lithuanian Language course is an optional course in the Medicine/Dentistry study programme, and is available for all who choose it. Important information regarding the Lithuanian Language course during the study programme: VU Faculty of Medicine offers students a Lithuanian Language course FREE OF CHARGE A B1 level of Lithuanian language is achieved after four semesters of attendance One semester course is 2.5 ECTS credits A student shall attend the classes two times per week Why taking the Lithuanian Language course is important: During the clinical courses, it is necessary to communicate with patients. Knowing the language eases communication and considerably helps in the learning process. It is easier to obtain licensing in one’s country of choice. After graduating from the integrated Medicine study course, and having a B1 level of the Lithuanian language, graduates may apply for a doctor’s medical practice licence according to the Law on Medical Practice of the Republic of Lithuania. That means graduates can obtain the licences issued in Lithuania. Later on, they could start a practice in Lithuania or in another country where the LT licence is valid, or it might help them to obtain a licence in that country faster and easier. Applying for licences in Lithuania is not mandatory, but it might shorten the procedure and the time required to obtain a licence in another country.