Can I do MBBS from Germany?
Yes, you can pursue a medical degree in Germany, but Germany does not offer an MBBS. The equivalent is the Staatsexamen in Humanmedizin, which is internationally recognized.
- Duration: 6 - 6.5 years (includes pre-clinical, clinical, and practical training)
- Language: Taught in German; C1-level German proficiency is required
- Eligibility: Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and high marks; valid NEET score (per current NMC rules)
- Preparation: Most Indian students must complete a one-year Studienkolleg (foundation course)
- Application: Requires German language test scores (like TestDaF or DSH-2), and proof of funds (about €11,904/year, subject to change)
Some private universities offer English-taught medical programs, but German is still needed for clinical practice.
Looking for a specific course in Germany?
We will find the universities that offer it, and whether you will get in.
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