About the Faculty
The Faculty of Medical Specialties is a structural unit of the University of Prešov in Prešov. The institution focuses on training staff for the healthcare system and aims to develop practical skills.
The educational process is mainly conducted in Slovak at the bachelor's and master's levels. Students can study fields such as nursing, physiotherapy, and laboratory diagnostics.
To apply from Ukraine, you need to submit a prihláška (application form) and documents about your previous education. Questions about tuition fees and the availability of a place in an internát (dormitory) should be clarified through the university's official resources.
Faculty Programs
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Buildings, laboratories, and classroomsAdmission to the Faculty
Updated 21 July 2026For most bachelor's programs, admission is grantedwithout entrance exams— based on the average grade of the certificate in relevant subjects. A bachelor's diploma in the relevant field is required for master's programs. Applications are submitted via ePrihláška.
Frequently asked questions about the faculty
What programs does Faculty of Medical Specialties offer?+
Faculty of Medical Specialties (Prešovská univerzita v Prešove) offers 17 accredited study programs — see the list with study mode, language, and duration above on this page. Each program has its own page with admission requirements.
Is tuition free at the faculty?+
Full-time study in Slovak at public universities in Slovakia is free within the standard duration — this also applies to Faculty of Medical Specialties programs. English-language and part-time programs are usually paid; the application fee is paid separately.
How to apply to Faculty of Medical Specialties?+
Applications are submitted online through the e-prihláška system of Prešovská univerzita v Prešove university (link on the university's page) or through portalvs.sk. For documents from Ukraine, recognition of the certificate/diploma will be required — start this step in advance.