German -language medical studies in Hungary: opportunities for West Palatinate!

German -language medical studies in Hungary: opportunities for West Palatinate!

The association "Doctors for the West Palatinate" has set itself the goal of improving medical care in the region. This is done by enabling German -language medical studies in Hungary. From now on, interested students can not only study Pécs at the University of Pécs, but also newly at a facility in Budapest. In its latest initiative, the association also offers scholarships, with an application period until February 28 for the winter semester 2025/2026. Like the Rheinpfalz reports, applications can be submitted to those interested in study who have a bond with the West Palatinate region or to the Bad Kreuznach district.

Since the winter semester 2023/24, there is the opportunity to start studying medicine without numerus clausus. The association supports the students by taking on tuition fees that can be up to 7,500 euros per semester. In addition, the association ensures extensive support during your studies and offers opportunities for internships and networking options. Salome Peschel, one of the first scholarships, has already shared positive experiences from her first year in Pécs.

support offers for students

The association also organizes workshops, advanced training and events that serve the participants for professional orientation. Furthermore, employment for specialist training after completing your studies will be taught. Applicants should be willing to work in the West Palatinate or in the Bad Kreuznach district in order to counteract the growing lack of general practitioner in the region.

dr. Andres Fernandez, chief physician of the Clinic for Psychiatry, Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy Rockenhausen, emphasizes that up to 16 candidates can receive a place at the University of Pécs. The second application phase for the medicine scholarships ends at the end of May. Applicants must also bring the willingness to complete practical phases in the funding area and to practice there after completing their studies in order to ensure regional health care, so Pfalzklinikum .

Overall, the association pursues several strategic goals to optimize medical care in the northwestern Palatinate. In addition to academic training, support from experienced specialists and the integration of students into the region also play an important role. This is promoted by the cooperation with clinic facilities and the active exchange between the students and already practicing doctors. Further information on the application and program content is available on the association of the association at Aerzt-fuer-die-westpfalz.de