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Semmelweis University

Admission and Academic Bulletin

Programs in English:

Faculty of Medicine (Doctor of Medicine)

Faculty of Dentistry (Doctor of Dentistry)

Faculty of Pharmacy (Master of Science)


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SEMMELWEIS UNIVERSITY

BUDAPEST, HUNGARY

Rector Prof. Dr. Tivadar TULASSAY M.D., Ph.D., D.Sc. Vice Rectors General Affairs Prof. Dr. Márk KOLLAI M.D., Ph.D., D.Sc. International Relations Prof. Dr. Veronika ÁDÁM M.D., Ph.D., D.Sc. Educational and Informatics Affairs Prof. Dr. Pál FEJÉRDY D.M.D., Ph.D. Deans Faculty of Medicine Prof. Dr. István KARÁDI M.D., Ph.D., D.Sc. Faculty of Dentistry Prof. Dr. István GERA D.M.D., Ph.D. Faculty of Pharmacy Prof. Dr. Béla NOSZÁL Ph.D., D.Sc. Faculty of Health Care Dr. Judit MÉSZÁROS Ph.D. Director of Ph.D. Programs Prof. Dr. Ágoston SZÉL M.D., Ph.D., D.Sc. Director of Finance Dr. Vilmos IVÁDY Academic Program Director for the Programs in English Language Prof. Dr. Márk KOLLAI M.D., Ph.D., D.Sc. English Secretariat and Office

Address: H-1085 Budapest, Üllo˝ i út 26, Hungary (Ground floor, Room #4)

Student Services Center College International (Entrance examinations abroad)

Mail: H-1406 Budapest 76, P.O. Box 51, Hungary Address: H-1071 Budapest, VII. Bethlen Gábor tér 2., Hungary

Representative for all legal affairs:

Lydia Gómez Frances Plaza de Estella n°6 5B 03013 Alicante (Spain)

Fon:(+ 34) / 626-769-002 [email protected] www.estudiosmedicina.com


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General Information Brief History of Medical Education at Semmelweis University

Cardinal Péter Pázmány founded the predecessor of the present day University in 1635 at Nagyszombat (today Trnava in Slovakia), his bishop seat. On November 7, 1769 Queen Maria Theresa of Austria–Hungary attached a Faculty of Medicine to the former Faculties (Theology and Jura). The new Faculty was moved to Buda in 1777. The “Diploma Inaugurale” which stated the rights of the University and allocated the necessary financial means was signed in 1780. After a few years, the University moved to the other side of the Danube, to Pest. (Buda and Pest were independent cities at that time). In 1848, at the time of the National War of Independence , the former University of Nagyszombat became a National University. The establishment of the present clinical departments and theoretical institutes started at the end of the 19th century at their present location in Budapest. These buildings are still in use after reconstruction and modernization. New clinics and institutes were built during the 20th century. In 1951, the Faculty of Medicine was reorganized into an independent medical school, and the institutional name was changed to Budapest University of Medicine. In 1955, Faculties of Dentistry and Pharmacy were incorporated into the University. In 1969, the name of the University was changed to Semmelweis University of Medicine. The new name honors Ignác Semmelweis who discovered the cause of puerperal fever and was a professor and chairman on the Faculty of Medicine at the present 1st Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Today, Semmelweis University incorporates the Faculties of Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physical Education and Sports Sciences and the College of Health Care. Semmelweis University was the first Hungarian higher educational institution, which, in addition to educate at the above faculties in Hungarian, started to offer an international program at the Faculty of Medicine in German in 1983, while its international program in English started in 1987, at the Faculties of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy.

Facts and Figures Semmelweis University has a more than 230-year old tradition of academic excellence and commitment to the education of physicians. Among Semmelweis alumni are Nobel-laureates, world renowned researchers and clinicians. Current enrolment at the Faculty of Medicine is 2907 students, at the Faculty of Dentistry 500, and at the Faculty of Pharmacy 604. Four percent of all medical students are foreign citizens studying in Hungarian. A special German-language Doctor of Medicine/Dentistry program has 453 German students enrolled, while the programs in English have altogether 926 students registered at three faculties. The University Hospitals have 2800 beds and admit about 112,000 patients annually. The outpatient departments care for approximately 2.1 million patients each year. Research programs at the Preclinical and Clinical Departments are sponsored by the University, the Ministry of Education, the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, by many national and international grants. Accreditation As a state university Semmelweis University functions under the auspices of the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health. The University is listed in the WHO’s directory of Medical Schools. The faculties of the University were reaccredited by the Hungarian Accreditation Board in 2000. The decision of the National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation of the USA declares: The standards and processes used by the Hungarian Accreditation Council to accredit medical schools in Hungary are comparable to those used to accredit medical schools in the United States.


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International Recognition of the Degrees European Union: In those professions where the conditions of education in Hungary are identical with those in the European Union, and these have already been recognized (medical and dental doctors, pharmacists etc.), the member states of the European Union are obliged to accept the diplomas issued in Hungary, independent of the language of tuition. USA: Semmelweis graduates (as foreign graduates) have the right to pass the United States Medical Licensing Examinations (USMLE), after which they are eligible for residency. Canada: Semmelweis graduates are eligible to pass the Medical Council of Canada Evaluation Examination (MCCEE) and the Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination (MCCQE) before applying for residencies. Israel: Semmelweis graduates have to complete a one-year practice and pass a test before they are eligible for obtaining the permit to practice medicine. India: Doctor of Dentistry degree of Semmelweis University is equivalent to B.D.S. degree in India. The Programs in English Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy The Programs in English at Semmelweis University were instituted for students with a good knowledge of English. The programs begin in early September each year. The curriculum in Medicine consists of six years of studies, in Dentistry and Pharmacy five years. At the conclusion of the programs the degrees granted in English and German are identical to those granted at the Hungarian program: Doctor of Medicine (dr. med.), Doctor of

Dentistry (dr. med. dent.) and Master of Science (M.Sc.). Statement of Non-Discrimination Semmelweis University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, marital status.


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Application and Admission Requirements Application Criteria Applicants are required to be over the age of 18 and preferably under the age of 30, when registering to the university. The Faculties of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy at Semmelweis University seek students who completed high school/senior secondary school and who possess good command of English, and a strong motivation to study and practice medicine, dentistry or pharmacy. Application Procedure Applications should be sent until April 30 to the officially appointed Semmelweis representative Lydia Gómez Frances (see contact details on www.estudiosmedicina.com). The following documents should be attached (in original or as attested copies, in English or with an authorized English translation).

1. Application Form (signed) 2. Matriculation / School Leaving

Certificate from an accredited high school / senior secondary school. Registration number of documents should be indicated.

3. Transcripts of high school / senior secondary school courses verifying successful completion of General Biology or Zoology, General or Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Physics. Unofficial transcripts may be submitted, but acceptance into the program will be on condition of receipt of all official transcripts or attested copies.

4. Letters of Recommendation. Letters in English from a secondary school principal or science teachers are preferred.

5. Curriculum Vitae (Resume) in English.

6. Medical Certificate. Certification that the applicant is physically and mentally able to complete higher educational studies, does not suffer from chronic infectious disease, dyslexia and a negative HIV test should be attached, as well as proof of Hepatitis B vaccination.

7. Signed Photographs. 6 passport size photos (Sign on the back!)

8. Copy of passport or ID card, if you

are from an EU country, with your personal data.

Note: We keep the documents of applicants who did not get acceptance for up to 10 months. Entrance Examinations Place & Date of Examinations Entrance examinations are held in Budapest and worldwide. The exams are in Budapest & worldwide. (please see www.estudiosmedicina.com). The qualified applicants will be invited to the entrance examination by the university or the official university representative. Contents of the Entrance Exams The exams consist of multiple choice tests in Biology, Chemistry and English, followed by an oral examination, which will focus on the applicant’s knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and English, and will be supplemented by a personal interview. Guideline of Topics for the Entrance Exam at the Faculty of General Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy. 1. Evolution: chemical and biological aspects 2. Chemical background in Biology: Structure of atoms; Molecules – chemical bonds; Solutions; Chemical reactions; Inorganic constituents; Hydrocarbons; Organic compounds containing Oxygen or Sulphur; Organic compounds containing Nitrogen; Carbohydrates; Amino acids and Proteins; Lipids; Vitamins, Nucleic acids. 3. The cell and its organization (morphology and function): Prokaryotes (viruses, bacteria) and Eukaryotes (focus on cilia and flagella, cell wall, cell membrane, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi, lysosome, mitochondrion, plast, ribosome, centriole, nucleus, nucleolus). 4. From cells to tissues of different structure and function (plant and animal tissues as well). 5. Cell division: mitosis and meiosis.


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6. Anabolic and catabolic pathways regarding nucleic acids, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids (photosynthesis, bioenergetics included). 7. The physiology of living organisms: respiration, ingestion and digestion, excretion, circulation, endocrine and neural regulation, immunobiology, locomotion. 8. Reproduction and development of animals. 9. Genetics: Mendelian inheritance, human genetics. 10. Basic ethology. 11. Basic ecology (cycles of C, N, P, H2O included). Note: In all of these questions, knowledge of English terminology is required! Evaluation The evaluation of the Entrance Examinations will be performed by the University Board.

Student visa The accepted students should apply for a D-5 student visa. The requirements will be listed in the Acceptance Letter issued by the university. The visa application form can be downloaded from http://www.mfa.gov.hu. Students coming from EU & EEA countries do not need a student visa, but have to apply for a residence permit within 90 days after their arrival to Hungary. Read about customs regulations in the International Students’ View Book for the Hungarian Universities


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Curriculum at the Faculty of Medicine

First Year

Abbreviations: Comp. Credit – Compulsory credits,

S – Signature, OA – Oral account, PCG – Practical course grade, SFE – Semi-final examination, FE – Final examination

# The grade influences the qualification of the diploma. Compulsory Summer Practice – Nursing Course (4 weeks / 120 hrs) Important note for the 1–3 year students of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy Hungarian will be compulsory subject only in the 1st semester of the 1st year (4 hours a week) and the requirement will be a practical course grade. Students can decide if they would like to continue studying Hungarian at the University or at a language school in the following semesters. As the knowledge of Hungarian is essential in the clinical years (4th, 5th and 6th), according to the new regulations a Hungarian “C” type Basic Language Examination will be required by the end of the 3rd year. Without this qualification no student will be allowed to start the 4th year.

Second Year


S – Signature, PCG – Practical course grade, SFE – Semi-final examination, FE – Final examination

# The grade influences the qualification of the diploma.


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Third Year


S – Signature, SFE – Semi-final examination, FE – Final examination


Fourth Year


S – Signature, OA – Oral account, PCG – Practical course grade, SFE – Semi-final examination, FE – Final examination

# The grade influences the qualification of the diploma. * half class **Clinical Immunology, Anaesthesia and Intensive Therapy, Ecology (Environment Protection), Clinical Genetics, Clinical Chemistry, Health Informatics, Clinical Oncology, Hematological Morphology, Neonatology, Clinical Endocrinology, Surgery in Emergency, Orthopedic Surgery, Clinical Hematology, Tropical Medicine, Tumor Viruses, Ultrasonography,Antibiotic Therapy and Infectology, Clinical Cardiovascular Physiology, Clinical Gastroenterology, History of Medicine, Basics of Family Medicine, Application of Model Membranes in Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Developmental Biology: from gene to newborn, Drug Abuse, Library Informatics – Medical Literature Research


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Fifth Year


S – Signature, PCG – Practical course grade, SFE – Semi-final examination, FE – Final examination, w – week

# The grade influences the qualification of the diploma. * Clinical Immunology, Clinical Chemistry, Clinical Oncology, Clinical Genetics, Anaesthesiology and Intensive Therapy, Health Informatics, Family Surgery, Haematological Morphology, Neonatology, Clinical Endocrinology, Surgery in Emergency, Orthopedic Surgery, Clinical Haematology, Tropical Medicine, Tumor Viruses, Ultrasonography, Antibiotic Therapy and Infectology, Clinical Cardiovascular Physiology, Clinical Gastroenterology, History of Medicine, Basics of Family Medicine, Application of Model Membranes in Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Developmental Biology: from gene to newborn, Drug Abuse, Library Informatics – Medical Literature Research


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Sixth Year

# The grade influences the qualification of the diploma. Important note concerning the 6th year rotation Concerning our shared responsibility to maintain high academic standards at Semmelweis University, it is stated that: Students are allowed to spend their clinical rotation in their home or any other foreign country (except Neurology and two weeks of Paediatrics) on the condition that they present prior to their clinical training appropriate and sufficient information about the hospital they intend to work. The documents should include the following information: – University affiliation of the hospital – Clinical departments functioning in the hospital – Clinical training programs established in the hospital – Number of inpatients and outpatients cared for per year – Letter of acceptance, with official hospital letter head, name and signature of the hospital officer who is responsible for education and clinical training students These rules should be adhered to in order to keep in high esteem the diploma issued by Semmelweis University.


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Curriculum at the Faculty of Dentistry

First Year


S – Signature, PCG – Practical course grade, SFE – Semi-final examination, CSFE – Closing semi-final examination, FE – Final examination

# The grade influences the qualification of the diploma. Compulsory Summer Practice – Nursing Course (2 weeks) and Dental Laboratory Technical Practice (2 weeks) Important note for the 1–3 year students of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy Hungarian will be compulsory subject only in the 1st semester of the 1st year (4 hours a week) and the requirement will be a practical course grade. Students can decide if they would like to continue studying Hungarian at the University or at a language school in the following semesters. As the knowledge of Hungarian is essential in the clinical years (4th, 5th and 6th), according to the new regulations a Hungarian “C” type Basic Language Examination will be required by the end of the 3rd year. Without this qualification no student will be allowed to start the 4th year.


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Second Year



# The grade influences the qualification of the diploma. * Pre-clinical course **Practical course grade must be a pass grade otherwise you have to retake the semester.

Third Year

Abbreviations: Comp. Credit – Compulsory credits, S – Signature, PCG – Practical course grade, SFE – Semi-final examination, CSFE – Closing semi-final examination, FE – Final examination

# The grade influences the qualification of the diploma. * Pre-clinical course **Practical course grade must be a pass grade otherwise you have to retake the semester.


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Fourth Year



* Practical course grade must be a pass grade otherwise you have to retake the semester. Elective courses: Developmental Biology, Information Retrieval in Library Science.


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Fifth Year



* Practical course grade must be a pass grade, otherwise the students has to retake the semester. ** 2-week intensive course at the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery *** practice is given in Periodontology


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Curriculum at the Faculty of Pharmacy

First Year



# The grade influences the qualification of the diploma. Important note for the 1–3 year students of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy Hungarian will be compulsory subject only in the 1st semester of the 1st year (4 hours a week) and the requirement will be a practical course grade. Students can decide if they would like to continue studying Hungarian at the University or at a language school in the following semesters. As the knowledge of Hungarian is essential in the clinical years (4th, 5th and 6th), according to the new regulations a Hungarian “C” type Basic Language Examination will be required by the end of the 3rd year. Without this qualification no student will be allowed to start the 4th year.


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Second Year



# The grade influences the qualification of the diploma. * Practices: 8 hours biweekly in both semesters; seminars: 1 hour biweekly in both semesters Compulsory Summer Practice – 4 weeks practical training in community (hospital) institute of pharmacy or laboratory

Third Year


PCG – Practical course grade, SFE – Semi-final examination, FE – Final examination

# The grade influences the qualification of the diploma. Compulsory Summer Practice – 4 weeks practical training in a public pharmacy


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Fourth Year



# The grade influences the qualification of the diploma. Compulsory Summer Practice – 4 weeks (40 hours/week) practical training in a community/hospital/institute pharmacy or laboratory

Fifth Year





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Clinical Training Programs in the U.S.A. New York Medical College Year of Supervised Clinical Training New York Medical College, one of the oldest and largest medical schools in the United States, is located in suburban Westchester County approximately 25 miles from New York City. As a regional medical/health sciences university and the nation’s third largest private medical college, it offers in addition to the Doctor of Medicine degree, the Master of Science, Master of Public Health and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. With 760 medical students and 800 graduate students enrolled, New York Medical College has over 2600 nationally and internationally known faculty members, more than 1200 of whom serve full-time. The College is the only academic biomedical research institution between New York City and Albany with some USD 39 million in support of nearly 400 sponsored programs of research, training and service. New York Medical College is affiliated with two academic health centers: Westchester Medical Center and Saint Vincents Catholic Medical Centers of New York and 20 other hospitals within the tri-state metropolitan region. These hospitals range from technologically advanced regional tertiary care facilities to small suburban hospitals and specialty medical centers. Citizens or Permanent Residents of the United States Semmelweis students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents are eligible to apply for New York Medical College’s Year of Supervised Clinical Training if they have completed all their coursework except for their 6th year internships. This year is in lieu of an internship at Semmelweis. Upon completion of the one-year program, the students must return to Semmelweis to take their final exams in order to receive their degree. Students are accepted for the program beginning in July and January. Semmelweis students should request application materials from Fifth Pathway Program, New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY 10595 U.S.A.

New York Medical College is unable to accept Semmelweis students even U.S. citizens or permanent residents into the fourth year clerkships or clinical electives. Non-US Citizens Non-US citizens may apply for a limited number of senior year clinical electives at New York Medical College. Letters of interest should be addressed to the International Student and Scholar Advisor, New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY 10595 U.S.A. Medical Board of California English program students can participate in clinical clerkships in approved California training sites. Graduates of the English-language program can participate in postgraduate training programs in California and become licensed in California, provided all licensing requirements are satisfied.


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Semmelweis University Doctoral Studies (Ph.D. School)

The School of Ph.D. Studies provides high quality education in scientific research. Doctoral candidates are welcome to join the following medical, biological and pharmaceutical programs: Molecular Medicine (Human Molecular Genetics, Developmental Biology, Cellular and Molecular Physiology, Pathobiochemistry, Immunology) Physiology (Circulatory System, Ischemic Cardiovascular Disorders, Exogenous and Endogenous Cardiovascular Agents, Fluid-Electrolyte Regulation, Ionizing Radiation)

Pathology (Oncology, Pathology of Extracellular Matrix, Microbiology, Public Health and Health Sciences) Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Sciences Neuroscience (Basic Neuroscience, Neurology, Clinical Psychology and Psychiatry) Clinical Medicine (Liver Diseases, Fetal and Neonatal Medicine, Chronic Diseases in Childhood, Gastroenterology, Dental Research, Hematology, Endocrinology, Orthopedics and Traumatology, Respiratory tract Diseases)

OTHER INTERNATIONAL DEGREE PROGRAMS AT HUNGARIAN UNIVERSITIES

Semmelweis University, Budapest

Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences Physical Education and Coaching: 4 years, in English

Faculty of Health Care Physiotherapy: 4 years, in English

Nursing: 4 years, in English Optometry: 3 years, in English Midwifery: 4 years, in German

✧ Szent István University, Budapest

Faculty of Veterinary Science Veterinary Medicine: 5 years, in English and German

✧ Loránd Eötvös University of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Budapest

Faculty of Education and Psychology BA and MA Programs: 3+2 years, in English

✧ Budapest University of Technology and Economics

Architecture, Chemical, Civil, Mechanical and Transportation Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Informatics, Economic and Social Sciences, Natural Sciences

4+2 years, in English ✧

Two-Semester Preparatory Courses McDaniel College – College International Budapest

offers pre-application courses based on the admission requirements for applicants to medical, dental, veterinary, pharmacy, physiotherapy, optometry, midwifery and psychology programs

in English and/or German

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