MBBS In Austria

Nowadays, pursuing higher degree programs from European Universities is exciting for many international students. Similar to other western destinations, opting MBBS in Austria is an opportunity to get started your journey to become a medical professional. 

If you are thinking about getting a medical degree from abroad then you have an entire Planet to choose one destination but on the brighter side; there has never been a preferable place than Austria for medicinal studies. While studying in Austrian University, you will meet with new peoples, classmates, environment and absolutely a new place to explore.

Austria comes with some of the best Medical universities, high standard of living, enchanting sceneries, low cost tuition fees and good life. As a student in Austria, possibilities to learn and develop accordingly are endless. 

Hence, as a medical graduate from Austria, you can earn high credits towards your degree and will get awesome experience while learning and exploring the culture of Austria.

Why Austria

There are countless reasons to study MBBS in Austria. It is such a great destination that provide ample f opportunities to its graduates. The basic reasons to select Austria for MBBS are as following

• Follow broad and informative curriculum
• No entrance exam is required to pass before getting admission
• Semester wise fee submission that can be recovered too by achieving a scholarship
• Best destination for bright future medicinal career
• PMC recognized universities are there is Austria
• Medium of teaching is English but does not require IELTS or TOFEL
• Opportunities for student exchange programs
• Globally recognized medical degree is also accepted in Pakistan
• MBBS degree holders can start medicinal practice anywhere in the world after passing exam designed by that country such as USMLE and PLAB for USA and UK respectively

Duration Of MBBS

To study MBBS in Austria it will take 6 years to finish this program. In universities, German is also used as the medium of Instruction. So it’s quite difficult for the international students who are not used of German language. In this case, student can go for a 2 year German language course.

Affiliation Of Austrian Medical universities

Austrian Medical universities are affiliated with

• World Health Organization (WHO)
• Pakistan Medical Commission (PMC)
• Ministry Of Education, Austria

Cost Of Study MBBS In Austria

Total estimated tuition fee for MBBS study in Austria ranges from 25000- 45000 Euros, while living cost in Austria is almost 1000 Euros per month.

Career Opportunities After MBBS  

Here are some options after completing MBBS in Austria to start career

• Students can practice as a doctor in private or government hospital
• They can be appointed in private or public medical institutions.  
• Pharmaceuticals industry, medical society, research work, pathology, educator are the other fine options
• After completing MBBS in Austria, Pakistani students have to clear the NLE exam to start medicinal practice in Pakistan

Post Graduate Study Option

After the 6 years MBBS course in Austria, students can start post graduate study. Options are described here

• The fee for the post graduate courses in Austria is very low
• Duration for post graduate MD program is 4 years
• Students can also take doctoral degree option

Universities For MBBS In Austria

Green listed medical universities in Austria are given below 

• Sigmund Freud Privatuniversität Medizinischen Fakultät
• Universität Wien Medizinische Fakultät

Admission In Austrian Medical Universities 

To take admission in Austrian medical universities applicants must have to fulfill the following criteria

• Minimum 60% marks in 12^th grade especially in science subjects (Biology, Physics, Chemistry and English)
• The age must be not be less than 17 years
• Must be HIV negative
• Must own a valid passport

Documents Required For MBBS Admission

Following of documents must be submitted by the applicant

• Class 10^th and 12^th marks sheets
• Birth certificate
• Identity card
• School leaving certificate
• Recommendation letter bank statement
• 10 passport size photographs
• Medical health certificate
• Police clearance certificate
• Affidavit/ sponsorship letter
• Valid passport
• Consent letter from parents

Admission Process

Proceed towards following steps to get admission in Austrian medical universities

• Select the university of interest
• Fill the application form
• Submit application form along with required documents in the respective university
• After 15 days, confirmation letter will be received through email
• Then students have to proceed for visa application

Deadlines For Admission

It may vary from July to September each year. 

Visa

After getting acceptance letter from Austrian medical university, student have to proceed for visa application. Student visa can be obtained from the Austrian embassy of in own country

Documents Required For Visa Application

Following documents must be submitted by the applicant

• Passport with the 18 months validity
• Attested educational transcripts of class 10^th and 12^th
• Birth certificate
• University’s admission/ offer letter
• 4 passport size photographs
• Receipt of visa application fee
• Medical clearance certificate
• Bank statement

Essential Requirements

• Confirmed Admission
• You must have applied to the institution or university where you wish to pursue the course
• Your acceptance must be validated, and you must have the required documentary proof
• Other valid documents, such as educational and professional credentials, should be made available
• Verifiable educational documents are required
• You should be able to show proof of your previous highest level of schooling
• To travel to Austria, you must be in good health
• Before entering the country, you must undergo a medical examination and produce the required documentation
• A bank statement or equivalent document, as well as evidence of the same, must be submitted
• If you have a sponsor, you must provide proof of their financial stability, which should be adequate to fund your study

Quick Facts

FAQs

1 - Is MBBS in Austria free?

The Fee structure of Austrian Medical University is very much affordable for international students to study here. Average cost of study MBBS in Austria may cost you around 800 Euros per year

2 - Is MBBS in Austria in English?

The local language in Austria is German but the medium of coaching MBBS in Austria medical college is English. The duration of MBBS in Austria is 6 years

3 - Is MBBS in Austria globally recognized?

Austria is highly regarded for its high-quality, reasonably-priced medical education, and it also offers one of the greatest medical universities, making MBBS there one of the better options. There are world’s top ranked universities in Austria like The medical University of Vienna with the country ranking 7 and world ranking 836.

4 - How much bank balance is required for Austria student visa?

You have to prove sufficient financial means to finance your stay: students up to 24 years of age have to prove that they have at least 515,30 Euros per month

5 - Can I stay in Austria after graduation?

After graduating from a Austrian university, international students can extend their student visa for 18 months

6 - Is it hard to get a job in Austria?

Austria has the 16th highest national employment rate at around 71.5%. However, there are new jobs opening frequently. 

7 - Can we work while studying in Austria?

Foreign students can work up to 20 hours per week while studying in Austria.  It's possible to find a job in Austria without speaking their language, as the country has a large labor market, low unemployment rate (4.9%), good international connections, and branches worldwide.

8 - Is Austria expensive for students?

1,000 Euros. The average monthly living expenses for a student in Austria are approximately 1,000 euros.

9 - What are the top medical colleges in Austria?

The Medical University of Vienna, Medical University of Graz, Medical University of Innsbruck, University of Vienna and many more are among the popular medical colleges in Austria