Become a dentist at a pioneer of English-language medical education in Europe — with hands-on clinical training and an EU-recognised degree. Study in warm, historic Pécs, one of Hungary's most affordable cities, with Stipendium Hungaricum scholarships.
5 years
Full-time duration
€14,000
Tuition / year
Sep 2026
Next intake
IELTS 6.0
English requirement
Overview
✓ A pioneer of English-language medical education — WHO-listed & EU-recognised
✓Highly practical training with extensive clinical hours
✓Stipendium Hungaricum scholarships + a 9-month post-study permit
Dentistry at Pécs builds from the sciences into phantom-head simulation and then real patient care in the university's dental clinics. Pécs has decades of experience teaching international students, with a supportive, close-knit community.
Graduates practise across the EU and internationally (with local licensing) in private clinics, hospitals and public dental services. Affordable tuition plus scholarships make it exceptional value for a dental career.
The biology/chemistry entrance exam is the key hurdle. Your counsellor arranges preparation and, if needed, a foundation year to strengthen your sciences.
What you'll study
Core areas
01 Anatomy & Physiology
02 Oral Biology
03 Prosthodontics
04 Periodontology
05 Oral Surgery
06 Clinical Practice
After you graduate
Career outcomes
EU-recognised
Licensing pathway across the EU
9-month permit
Post-study job-seeking in Hungary
Roles
Private practice, hospital & public dental services
In demand
Dentists needed across the Gulf & EU
How to apply
Application timeline
Autumn 2025 – spring 2026
Prepare your application
Gather transcripts, take IELTS, and start entrance-exam preparation in biology and chemistry. Your counsellor reviews everything free.
Winter – spring 2026
Submit & sit the entrance exam
Apply to Pécs and take the entrance examination. Your counsellor coordinates the timing and documents.
Spring – summer 2026
Offer & scholarships
Receive your offer and any Stipendium Hungaricum or merit award. Your counsellor helps you weigh funding.
Summer 2026
Residence permit
Apply for your Hungarian study residence permit with proof of funds and health insurance.
September 2026
Orientation & start
Arrive in Pécs for orientation and begin your dental studies.
Fees & funding
Tuition fees & costs
Tuition (international)
Per annum
€14,000
Total degree cost
5 years (indicative)
≈€70,000
Health insurance
Min. €50,000 cover
≈€40/month
Residence permit fee
Study residence permit
≈€110
Scholarships
Funding you may be eligible for
Stipendium Hungaricum
Hungarian Government · Fully funded
Tuition + stipend
Coverage: Tuition waiver + €130/month + dormitory
Eligibility: Citizens of 80+ partner countries, merit
Duration: Full programme
Deadline: January–February annually
Source: stipendiumhungaricum.hu
University Merit Scholarship
University of Pécs
10–50% off tuition
Coverage: Tuition fee reduction
Eligibility: Academic performance
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Deadline: With admission application
Source: pte.hu
Government Scholarships (home country)
Saudi SACM, Kuwaiti MOHE, etc.
Full award
Coverage: Tuition + living expenses + flights
Eligibility: Varies by country — healthcare often prioritised
Duration: Full degree
Deadline: Varies — your counsellor checks eligibility
Loans & financing
Alternative funding options
MPOWER Financing
International student loan · No cosigner
Available for international students at select European universities. No cosigner, collateral, or local credit history required.
Work during studies
Student residence permit · Up to 24 hrs/week
Work up to 24 hours per week during term and full-time during holidays. Pécs's low living costs make part-time work go a long way.
Living costs
Monthly budget in Pécs
Pécs is a warm, historic university city in southern Hungary — one of the country's most affordable, with a strong international-student community and a walkable, welcoming centre.
Rent (shared flat)€250–€400
Food & groceries€180–€270
Transport (student pass)€8
Health insurance€40
Books & supplies€30–€60
Personal & leisure€90–€180
Estimated total€550–€850/month
Residence-permit financial proof: about €500/month in living funds in addition to tuition — via bank statements or a sponsor.
Residence permit
Hungarian study residence permit
Permit type
Residence Permit for Study Purposes
Admission letter
Letter of acceptance from Pécs
Application fee
≈€110
Financial proof
≈€500/month living funds + tuition
Health insurance
Mandatory — min. €50,000 cover
Post-graduation
9-month job-seeking residence permit
Student stories
Hear from our students
"Pécs has taught international students for decades, so everything is set up for you. The clinical training is hands-on and the degree is EU-recognised. Living costs are tiny, and my counsellor prepped me for the entrance exam."
HA
Huda A.
DDS Dentistry, Pécs — Class of 2029 · 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
"Pécs is beautiful and so affordable — I live comfortably on a student budget. Studying dentistry in English with a scholarship made it possible, and the community is really welcoming."
YM
Youssef M.
DDS Dentistry, Pécs — Class of 2028 · 🇪🇬 Egypt
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is the Pécs dentistry degree recognised?
Yes. The University of Pécs is WHO-listed and its dental degree is EU-recognised. Pécs was a pioneer of English-language medical education in Hungary, and its graduates practise across the EU and internationally with local licensing. Your counsellor maps the licensing route for your country.
Is it taught in English?
Yes — Pécs runs a full English-language dentistry program for international students, so you don't need Hungarian to study. Basic Hungarian helps with patient interaction in clinical years, and the university supports this.
What are the entry requirements?
You need a strong high-school record with biology and chemistry, plus IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent), and you sit Pécs's entrance examination in biology and chemistry. Your counsellor arranges preparation so you're ready.
How practical is the training?
Very. Dentistry at Pécs moves from phantom-head simulation into real patient treatment in the university's clinics, so you graduate with substantial hands-on clinical experience.
How affordable is Pécs?
Very. Pécs is a warm, historic university city in southern Hungary and one of the country's most affordable — budget roughly €550–€850/month all-in. The residence permit requires proof of about €500/month plus tuition.
