About the Faculty
The Faculty of Medicine is a structural part of the University of St. Cyril and Methodius in Trnava. This institution specializes in training staff for Slovakia's healthcare system. The education aims to qualify students as nurses, paramedics, and rehabilitation specialists.
The educational process is conducted mainly in Slovak for bachelor's and master's programs. The curricula include mandatory clinical practice, which students complete in partner hospitals and social care facilities. This allows them to combine theoretical knowledge with work in real medical settings.
To apply, candidates must submit a prihláška (application form) and documents about their previous education. Questions about tuition fees and the availability of places in the internát (dormitory) should be clarified directly on the faculty's official website. Admission requirements for Ukrainians are based on the general requirements for applicants.
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 Medicine offer?+
Faculty of Medicine (Univerzita sv. Cyrila a Metoda v Trnave) offers 8 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 Medicine programs. English-language and part-time programs are usually paid; the application fee is paid separately.
How to apply to Faculty of Medicine?+
Applications are submitted online through the e-prihláška system of Univerzita sv. Cyrila a Metoda v Trnave 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.