Study in Croatia

Study medicine in Rijeka, combining an established medical school with life on Croatia’s Adriatic coast.

Waterfalls and forest in Krka National Park, Croatia

Studying in Croatia

Location and History

Rijeka is a port city on Croatia’s northwest coast. Its Faculty of Medicine has educated medical professionals since 1955, giving the city a long-established medical-school community.

Setting and Student Life

Rijeka is a compact coastal university city served by its own airport and seaport. Students have the Adriatic coast on their doorstep, with the nearby city of Pula offering another base for exploring the region during breaks.

Universities and Courses

The University of Rijeka offers medicine taught in English, combining scientific foundations with clinical education in its established Faculty of Medicine.

Applying and Events

Rijeka has different admissions routes for school leavers and graduates. Many school-leaver applicants take an entrance examination; applicants with a qualifying graduate background may be eligible for a route without it. Medical Doorway assesses previous qualifications to identify the appropriate application route.