Why Spain for Medical Studies?
Studying medicine in Spain is a popular choice for international students, especially Iranians, due to the high quality of education, affordable costs, and extensive career opportunities. The educational structure in Spain is very similar to that of Iran, making it easier to validate degrees for returning to the home country or working in Spain.
Admission Requirements for Medical Studies in Spain
1.Entrance Exam and Degree Equivalency
📌 International students must have their high school diploma validated (HOMOLOGACIÓN).
📌 Admission to public universities is conditional upon taking the EBAU (Selectividad) exam, which includes subjects like Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
📌 Private universities may offer admission without an exam, but with higher tuition fees.
2.Duration and Structure of the Medical Program
📌 The medical program in Spain lasts 6 years, after which students can enter specialized courses through the MIR exam.
📌 Specialized courses last between 3 and 5 years.
3.Required Language Proficiency Certificate
📌 Applicants must provide a Spanish language certificate (DELE B2 or SIELE), as most medical courses are taught in Spanish.
4.Scholarships
📌 Some public universities and Spanish institutions offer scholarships to international students.
Residency and Employment After Graduation
International students can apply for residency and employment in Spain after completing their studies.
1.Post-Graduation Work Visa
📌 After graduation, students have 12 months to find a related job and convert their student visa to a work visa.
2.Medical Specialization Exam (MIR)
📌 To enter public hospitals, doctors must take the MIR (Médico Interno Residente) exam. Passing this exam allows them to work in Spain’s public healthcare system.
3.Permanent Residency and Citizenship in Spain
📌 After 5 years of continuous work, doctors can apply for permanent residency.
📌 After 10 years of legal residency, it is possible to obtain Spanish citizenship.
Comparison of Medicine in Spain and Iran
🔹 Education Structure: The medical program in both countries lasts 6 years.
🔹 Language of Instruction: In Spain, courses are taught in Spanish, while in Iran, they are taught in Persian.
🔹 Specialization Entry: Both countries have a specialization exam; in Spain, it’s the MIR exam, and in Iran, it’s the medical residency exam.
🔹 Career Opportunities: Doctors in Spain have the opportunity to work in both public and private hospitals with high salaries.
How PolarisCan Can Help You?
📌 انتخاب بهترین دانشگاه‌های پزشکی در اسپانیا
📌 راهنمایی در فرآیند معادل‌سازی مدرک و آماده‌سازی برای آزمون EBAU
📌 مشاوره در آزمون‌های زبان اسپانیایی (DELE، SIELE) و دوره‌های زبان
📌 راهنمایی در اخذ ویزای تحصیلی و کار پس از فارغ‌التحصیلی
📌 مشاوره در آزمون تخصص پزشکی (MIR) و ورود به بازار کار اسپانیا
Summary
Spain is one of the best countries for studying medicine, offering the opportunity to return to Iran or work in Europe. If you plan to study in this field, PolarisCan will be with you at every step of the process.
