The English-medium Medicine programme at Gazi University provides a six-year medical education designed to train competent and globally minded physicians. This programme combines rigorous basic sciences, clinical training, and practical hospital experience to prepare students for professional medical careers both in Turkey and internationally. Students benefit from a curriculum fully taught in English and access to modern medical facilities and teaching hospitals.
Located in Ankara, Gazi University’s Faculty of Medicine draws on the university’s long-standing academic reputation and strong infrastructure. The programme emphasises both theoretical knowledge and hands-on clinical practice, ensuring that graduates develop not only scientific competence but also patient care skills, ethical grounding, and readiness for international medical environments.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
- Standard period of study: 6 years (pre-clinical + clinical)
- Location: Ankara, Turkey
- Study Type: Undergraduate medical programme, full-time, English-medium
- Admission semester: Fall semester only (standard admission for medical programmes)
- Area of study: Medicine, Clinical Sciences, Basic Medical Sciences, Healthcare
- Admission modus: Without admission restriction (candidates selected via national exam)
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Year 1 – Foundations of Medicine & Basic Sciences
- Introduction to Medicine & Medical Ethics
- Molecule to Cell Course Block (Biochemistry, Cell Biology)
- Tissue Biology (Histology)
- English Preparatory / General English / Academic English
Year 2 – Basic Medical Sciences
- Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry
- Microbiology & Immunology
- Basic Pathology
- Introductory Clinical Skills / Foundations of Medicine
Year 3 – Pre-clinical + Organ Systems Foundation
- Organ System-Based Blocks (e.g. Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Gastrointestinal, Nervous Systems)
- Pathophysiology
- Pharmacology (Foundations)
- Clinical Skills Labs & Patient Simulation
Year 4 – Clinical Sciences I
- Internal Medicine & Subspecialties (e.g. Cardiology, Pulmonology)
- General Surgery & Basic Surgical Sciences
- Pediatrics & Child Health
- Obstetrics & Gynecology Fundamentals
- Radiology / Diagnostic Imaging Basics
Year 5 – Clinical Sciences II & Specialized Clerkships
- Advanced Internal Medicine Clinics
- Advanced Surgical Clerkships
- Women’s Health, Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine
- Clinical Rotations & Hospital Practice
Year 6 – Internship & Professional Practice
- Full-time Internship in Hospitals
- Rotations through Major Departments (Internal Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics, etc.)
- Final Assessment & Preparation for Medical Licensing / Graduation
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the English Medicine programme are qualified to work as physicians in Turkey and abroad. They may serve in hospitals, clinics, research institutions, public health authorities, or continue into specialization (residency) in various medical fields. Thanks to the English-medium instruction and internationally recognized training standards, they are well-positioned for global medical careers, international hospitals, or postgraduate studies abroad.
Why Choose This Program
Choosing Medicine (English) at Gazi University means enrolling in a programme that blends rigorous scientific education with comprehensive clinical training and internationally accredited standards. The programme’s strengths include modern medical curricula, access to teaching hospitals, clinical rotations, and preparation for global medical practice.
Additionally, the English-medium track enhances graduates’ global mobility and facilitates communication with international colleagues, international patients, and during exchange or specialization abroad. The programme’s accreditation by the national accreditation body ensures quality and compliance with international medical education standards.
Contact Information
Gazi University – Student Advisory Service
Faculty of Medicine / Student Office
Ankara, Turkey
Tel: +90 (312) 582 30 00
Email: info@gazi.edu.tr
Faculty of Medicine – English Program Office / Programme Contact
Gazi University, Faculty of Medicine
Ankara, Turkey
Tel: +90 (312) 582 35 00
Email: medadmissions@gazi.edu.tr
International Office – Gazi University
Emniyet Mh., Bandırma Cd. No: 6
06560 Yenimahalle, Ankara, Turkey
Tel: +90 (312) 582 10 00
Fax: +90 (312) 582 11 00
Email: international@gazi.edu.tr
