Looking to study in Lithuania? Study medicine abroad at one of the best medical schools in Europe, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences. In the first place, the university aims to address global challenges through innovative ideas by implementing, testing, analysing and developing advanced scientific technologies in medical, clinical and veterinary sciences. In pursuit of escalating social and economic progress of Lithuania, the university produces highly efficient medical and veterinary specialists fostering service to the development of Lithuania. Secondly, it is one of the best medical schools in Europe that brings in cultural diversity by attracting students from all over the world. That being said, with over 1000 international students from 64 countries worldwide, Lithuanian students grow, live and learn in a culturally balanced environment.

Most importantly, it is the only university in the region providing and educating veterinary doctors and husbandry technologists. The amalgamation of innovative ideas from experienced seniors and talented youths brings about the complete integration of study, research and practice. Consequently, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences students are trained by highly acclaimed academicians, doctors and scientists who carry out clinical research and treat both humans and animals. Almost all degree programs are taught in English and therefore doesn’t stand as a hindrance in language barrier for international students. Moreover, it is one of the best medical schools in the world that has devised its course curriculum keeping in view of problem-based learning methodology, by far the most modern way to achieve better learning results. In addition, all study programs are categorically analysed and evaluated by special quality assurance body of the university ensuring improved and updated content leading to efficient learning results. As part of the quality assurance system, all study programs hold national accreditation, keeping both the curriculum and teaching process in line with ESG2015 standards and guidelines for quality assurance in the European Higher Education Area. All curricula are periodically evaluated by the National Quality Agency, a member of the European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education.

University research is primarily focused on identifying and delivering optimal solutions challenges faced by communities within the region and the country at large. One of the primary visions of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences in terms of research is to bring together industrial partners and collaborate with best medical schools thereby addressing global challenges by training and knowledge transfer, dissemination, strategy and capacity development. Some of the active ongoing research projects include research and development for the treatment of malignancies, modulation of the immune response, gene therapy applications and telemedicine-based transplantation program. Over the years, rapid development has touched the pinnacle of clinical research by mathematically modelling statistical data used for evaluating disease progression. Moreover, the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences hospital is the largest established healthcare facility in the Baltic region. Besides executing over 200 clinical research projects & 90 transplantations per year, the hospital caters to approximately 100000 yearly admissions along with 1.3 million out-patient consultations annually. As a result, it is the largest professional training and development center for young doctors and specialists choosing to boost their career in medicine. In addition, most serious illnesses are diagnosed and treated, as well as complex examinations and surgeries are performed to help patients coming from all over Lithuania and neighbouring countries. The Lithuanian University of Health Sciences administration include

• 2 emergency departments,
• 4 affiliated hospitals,
• 9 intensive care & anaesthesiology units,
• 14 diagnostic and interventional units,
• 22 rare disease management coordination centers,
• 7300 employees – 2350 Nurses and 1400 Physicians.
• 2250 hospital beds.

Furthermore, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences houses the best veterinary school in the country. To begin with, a team of highly efficient veterinarians extends emergency assistance to horses, cattle, small ruminants and swine. As a matter of fact, the university veterinary school caters to 5500 patients annually including production animals and horses. The university additionally houses the largest animal clinic which operates research and teaching duties, surgical as well as other clinical responsibilities. That being said, all students pursuing veterinary studies undergo exhaustive training at this clinic along with assisting senior specialists on routine examinations and surgical operations. The university veterinary school offers various services and assistance such as feeding and veterinary consultations, oestrus synchronisation protocols on farms (including pregnancy detection by ultrasound) and farm management projects. In addition, the veterinary school participates in various international study exchange and scientific programs thereby giving students a global platform to study abroad. Moreover, the veterinary school also provide therapeutic, surgical, emergency, diagnostic imaging, laboratory and other services. Finally, the clinic arcades spacious intensive care and in-patient units as well as a veterinary pharmacy. In order to service the professional and information needs of the university, the institution arcades over half a million books, periodicals, journals, published articles, patents, electronic copies of numerous study materials in its century old library.

Lithuanian University of Health Sciences ranks among the best medical schools in the world that is globally acclaimed and recognized. The university is in alliance with various corporate and industries across Europe and the world at large. The university plays an important role by collaborating with leading industries and best medical schools in enhancing healthcare innovation making them more competitive and adding commercial potential. As a result, students get benefits in the form of an internship abroad, study exchange programs, study abroad scholarships from project funding and research assistantship. Most importantly, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences has structured its international partnership policy in a constructive pattern by sharing knowledge, technology, expertise, intelligence and market-driven innovation towards addressing and solving global health problems. Apart from this, the university is in partnership with Erasmus+ mobility program which allows Lithuanian University students to undergo internship abroad and contractual work at some of the best medical schools in the world.

In order to maintain academic and social life, students are provided with sports facilities and clubs such as chess, badminton, tennis, football and basketball. On the other hand, Lithuanian University senior students and research scholars act as mentors to incoming freshly admitted international students towards helping them in smooth transitioning and on-boarding. That is to say, first year students are grouped in numbers and each group is monitored and guided by 2-3 senior mentors and the culture continues each year. One of the most important aspects of services offered to international students is psychological counseling. That being said, this service, although designed specifically for international students to counter and mitigate cultural shock, is offered to all students of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences.

Lithuanian University of Health Sciences offer Bachelor degree programs in

• General Medicine (Integrated – 6 years)
• Odontology – 5 years
• Pharmacy – 5 years
• Veterinary Sciences (Integrated – 6 years)
• Food Safety – 4 years
• Nursing – 4 years
• Public Health – 4 years.

Approximate Tuition Fees range in between 4300 USD / 15800 Dirham / 310000 INR to 6050 USD / 22240 Dirham / 435000 INR annually.

The requirements differ based on students’ academic background. Apply Now to know further information on application details, admission requirements, transcripts/marksheet evaluation, visa process and other important guidelines.