DDS Dentistry
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.
- ✓ 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.
Dentistry & health in Hungary
| University | Programme | Level | Duration | Tuition/year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pécs ★ This | Dentistry (DDS) | 5 yr | 5 years | €14,000 |
| Szeged | Dentistry (DDS) | 5 yr | 5 years | €15,500 |
| Semmelweis | Dentistry (DDS) | 5 yr | 5 years | ≈€16,500 |
| Debrecen | General Medicine (MD) | 6 yr | 6 years | €16,000 |
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 Hungary
Roles
Private practice, hospital & public dental services
In demand
Dentists needed across the Gulf & EU
Application timeline
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 |
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.
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.
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.
Residence-permit financial proof: about €500/month in living funds in addition to tuition — via bank statements or a sponsor.
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 | |
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."
"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."
Frequently asked questions
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