Medicine

Programme structure

In the first 2 years, basic medical science is taught as a series of courses organized into four concurrent themes: molecular/cellular aspects of medicine, human structure and function, 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 be familiarised with patient contact and learn the principles of clinical history taking and examination. Student- selected components allow for the study of topics in depth. Following this, you will move into the clinical phases to rotate through a series of placements at major teaching trusts throughout the region and community.

*There are three State Graduation Exams for the study programme Medicine – Surgery, Internal Medicine, Women’s and Child diseases.

Please note: Internship is integrated into the curriculum of Medicine study programme and is an obligatory step of the programme. However, students are free to choose where to complete the internship – in Lithuania or other countries. Those who are willing to do their internships in Lithuania must have at least B1 level in Lithuanian Language. B1 level in Lithuanian Language is also required when applying for a license of health care professionals. Lithuanian Language course is an optional course in Medicine/Dentistry study programme and is available for all who are willing to choose it.

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Important information regarding the Lithuanian Language course during the studies

• VU Faculty of Medicine offers students a FREE OF CHARGE Lithuanian Language course;
• B1 level of Lithuanian language is achieved after four semesters of attendance;
• One semester course is 2,5 ECTS credits;
• The student shall attend classes two times per week.

Why taking the Lithuanian Langue course is important:

• During the clinical courses to communicate with patients. Knowing the language eases communication and considerably helps the learning process.
• Easier to obtain licensing in the country of choice. After graduation of integrated Medicine studies, having B1 level of Lithuanian, graduates may apply for a doctor’s medical practice license according to The Law on Medical Practice of the Republic of Lithuania. That means graduates could get licenses issued in Lithuania. Later on, they could start the practice in Lithuania or another country where the LT license is valid or might help get a license in that country faster and easier. Applying for licenses in Lithuania is not mandatory but might shorten the procedures and time required to obtain a license in another country.

Programme Specific Requirements

The applicants must satisfy the following requirements to be considered for admission:

• Must have the results of one of the following tests:

1. SAT Subject Test in Biology E/M MIN score: 500. SAT exam is taken at home country or any other country where the test is offered. Click here for further information.
2. MCAT Test MIN score: 490. MCAT exam is taken at home country or any other country where the test is offered. Click here for further information.

Applicants who have a degree in Biomedical Sciences can apply without taking SAT Subject Test in Biology or MCAT Test. In such case, please submit the diploma and the transcripts when applying.

SAT Subject Test in Biology or MCAT Test is required even for those applicants whose countries of residency do not offer the tests.

SAT Subject Test in Biology and MCAT scores are valid for two years.

Applicants applying through the agencies that VU are in cooperation with, including MediStart, StudiMed, MD International and ISRAMED4U, are not obliged to take SAT Subject Test in Biology or MCAT Test.

• Completion of Biology course at the secondary education level is compulsory;
• Completion of either physics, mathematics or chemistry course at the secondary education level is an advantage;
• Applicants who have completed a Premed study programme at a university can apply with completion of either Biology or Chemistry at the secondary education level. Please submit your Premed Diploma when applying. Please note that not all Premed courses will be accepted. This will be evaluated by the Admission Office and the Faculty. It will also be individually decided if additional SAT/MCAT test is required.
• English language proficiency. TOEFL score: 65+ (internet-based) or IELTS score: 5.5+. Applicants taking SAT Subject Test in Biology are not required to submit any additional English language proficiency document.
• SKYPE interview (only for the selected candidates).

In addition, all applicants have to fulfil general admission requirements.

For Transferring Students

The Faculty of Medicine accepts transfer students strictly only to the 2nd and 3rd semester (not any later semesters). If interested, please send a copy of a transcript of academic records from your current university to the coordinator of international studies at the Faculty of Medicine Justė Andrikonytė, e-mail: for the initial evaluation.