6-Year Doctor of Medicine (MD) Programme

The 6-year Doctor of Medicine (MD) programme at the Medical University of Łódź is a full-time, unified master’s degree designed to train highly skilled medical professionals. The curriculum integrates preclinical sciences (e.g., anatomy, pharmacology) in the first three years with clinical training (e.g., internal medicine, surgery) in the final three years. Emphasis is placed on clinical reasoning, patient communication, and psychosocial factors in healthcare. The programme leverages e-learning tools and modular teaching to ensure flexibility and international mobility via the ECTS system. Graduates earn a diploma recognized globally, including in the EU, Canada, the US, and beyond.

• Study preclinical subjects such as anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and medical chemistry in the first three years.
• Engage in clinical rotations across specialties (e.g., internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics) during the final three years.
• Develop clinical reasoning skills through case-based learning and integrated modules (e.g., anatomy, histology, embryology).
• Participate in e-learning and asynchronous access to lectures via the ‘Operation Integration’ programme.
• Acquire communication skills for patient interaction and psychosocial factors affecting health.
• Complete social and humanities courses, including medical ethics, philosophy, and sociology.
• Engage in physical education and language training for medical congresses.
• Prepare for international mobility through the ECTS system, ensuring compatibility with global medical education standards.