DDS Dentistry
Become a dentist at one of Poland's largest medical universities — in English, with extensive hands-on clinical training. An EU-recognised degree in an affordable, central Polish city, with student work rights and a 9-month post-study permit.
- ✓ Study at a large, respected WHO-listed, EU-recognised medical university
- ✓ English-taught, highly practical, with extensive clinical training
- ✓ Affordable living + student work rights & a 9-month post-study permit
Dentistry at Łódź runs from the sciences into phantom-head simulation and then real patient care in the university's dental clinics. Łódź has a strong tradition of English-language medical education and a supportive international community.
Graduates practise across the EU and internationally (with local licensing) in private clinics, hospitals and public dental services. Affordable tuition and living plus scholarships make it strong value for a dental career.
Dentistry & medicine in Poland
| University | Programme | Level | Duration | Tuition/year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Łódź ★ This | Dentistry (DDS) | 5 yr | 5 years | ≈€13,000 |
| Poznań | Dentistry (DDS) | 5 yr | 5 years | ≈€14,000 |
| Gdańsk | Dentistry (DDS) | 5 yr | 5 years | ≈€13,500 |
| Warsaw (Medical) | General Medicine (MD) | 6 yr | 6 years | ≈€13,500 |
What you'll need
| Academic | High-school diploma with biology and chemistry | |
| Entrance exam | Written / oral exam in biology and chemistry | |
| English | IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (English-taught) | |
| Other | Manual-dexterity aptitude & medical fitness | |
The biology/chemistry entrance exam is the key hurdle. Your counsellor arranges preparation and, if needed, a foundation year to strengthen your sciences.
Core areas
Career outcomes
EU-recognised
Licensing pathway across the EU
9-month permit
Post-study job-seeking in Poland
Roles
Private practice, hospital & public services
In demand
Dentists needed across the Gulf & EU
Application timeline
Tuition fees & costs
| Tuition (international) | Per annum | ≈€13,000 |
| Total degree cost | 5 years (indicative) | ≈€65,000 |
| Health insurance | NFZ or private | ≈€30/month |
| Visa / TRP fees | National Visa (D) + residence permit | ≈€80 + TRP |
Funding you may be eligible for
Alternative funding options
Available for international students at select European universities. No cosigner, collateral, or local credit history required.
Full-time international students in Poland may work without a separate permit, and Łódź's low living costs make part-time work go a long way.
Monthly budget in Łódź
Łódź is a large, central Polish city with a bold post-industrial character and one of the country's most affordable costs of living — with a big student population and easy rail links to Warsaw.
Visa/TRP financial proof: about PLN 776/month (~€180) in living funds in addition to tuition — via bank statements or a sponsor.
Polish student visa requirements
| Visa type | National Visa (Type D) → Temporary Residence Permit (TRP) | |
| Admission letter | Letter of acceptance from Łódź | |
| Application fee | ≈€80 (visa) + TRP fee | |
| Financial proof | ≈PLN 776/month (~€180) + tuition | |
| Health insurance | NFZ or private insurance | |
| Post-graduation | 9-month job-seeking residence permit | |
Hear from our students
"Łódź has a long history of teaching international dental students, and it shows — the clinics and hands-on training are excellent. The degree is EU-recognised and living costs are tiny. My counsellor prepped me for the entrance exam."
"The city is affordable and full of students, and I could work part-time as a full-time student. Studying dentistry in English with a scholarship made it work, and the 9-month permit helps after graduation."
Frequently asked questions
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