🇵🇱 Poland Pathway Open MD from Medical University of Lublin · English-Taught Programme

Thumbay International Pathway – Medicine

Earn Your MD
from Poland.
Start in the UAE.

Pathway University: Medical University of Lublin, Poland

Complete 3 years of pre-clinical sciences at Gulf Medical University, Ajman, UAE — then transfer directly to the Medical University of Lublin for clinical training and graduate with a European medical degree.

3+3 UAE + Poland
1944 MUL Founded
EU Recognised MD
80+ Nationalities

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🇵🇱 Why Poland

Five Reasons Students Choose
the Poland Pathway

A European medical degree, English-taught, Affordable fee.

EU-Recognised Medical Degree

Medical degree is recognized by WFME, and upon licensing, students can work in the UK, US, or European Union.

Fully English-Taught

MUL's English Division has been running since 2001. The entire MD programme is delivered in English.

80-Year Academic Legacy

Founded in 1944, MUL has eight decades of producing doctors who practice in Europe, North America, and the Middle East.

Poland’s cost of living is lower

Poland offers a significantly lower cost of living compared to many other study destinations, making it an affordable option for students seeking quality education.

Seamless Transfer

Upon successful completion of HDPCS at GMU, students will be seamlessly transferred to Poland for the continuation of their medical studies - no extra entrance exam.

Global Student Community

Study alongside peers from 80+ countries — clinical training that prepares you to work in any healthcare system on earth.

The 6-Year Journey

Pre-Clinical in the UAE.
Clinical in Poland.

A structured 3+3 pathway — the best of both countries, with a seamless transfer.

Years 1–3 · UAE

Pre-Clinical Sciences

Gulf Medical University, Ajman

Complete the Higher Diploma in Pre-Clinical Sciences (HDPCS) — CAA-accredited. System-based learning with state-of-the-art simulation facilities.

🎓 HDPCS Diploma from Gulf Medical University
Years 4–6 · Poland

Clinical Training

Medical University of Lublin

Transfer under the formal GMU–MUL articulation agreement. Complete clinical rotations across MUL's teaching hospitals and graduate with a European MD.

🎓 MD from Medical University of Lublin, Poland
Eligibility

Admission Requirements

Clear, transparent entry criteria — no hidden hurdles.

Academic Requirements
Minimum 60% overall in Grade 12 (or equivalent)
Biology and Chemistry are mandatory science subjects
Physics or Mathematics as third science subject
Pass the GMU Admission Test (aptitude assessment for selection)
Language & Documentation
IELTS Academic: minimum 6.5 overall band score
TOEFL iBT: minimum score of 90
Attested Grade 12 transcripts and certificates
Equivalency certificate + Polish Embassy attestation
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Partner University

Medical University
of Lublin

One of Poland's most respected medical institutions, MUL was established in 1944 alongside the Maria Curie-Skłodowska University and became an independent university in 2008.

Since 2001, MUL's English Language Division has trained thousands of international students from Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas. Its graduates practice across Europe, the UK, the USA, Canada, and beyond.

The formal articulation agreement with GMU ensures that HDPCS graduates who meet the academic requirements can transfer directly to GMU.

1944 Year Founded
80+ Countries Represented
2001 English Division Est.
EU Recognised MD
Limited Seats — 2026-27 Intake

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FAQ

Questions Students Ask Us

The HDPCS (Higher Diploma in Pre-Clinical Sciences) is a fully accredited qualification in its own right, CAA-approved since July 2022. It also serves as the pre-clinical phase of the collaborative 6-year MD programme.
No. Learning Polish is not an academic requirement. However, a basic Polish language course will be provided by GMU before your transition to Poland, and learning some Polish for daily life is recommended.
Yes. A formal articulation agreement exists between Gulf Medical University and the Medical University of Lublin. HDPCS graduates who meet the requirements transfer directly with no additional entrance exam.
MUL graduates are eligible to sit PLAB (UK), USMLE (USA), and respective licensing exams for India, Pakistan, and other countries. Licensing is regulated country-by-country — we recommend verifying requirements with the relevant medical council before applying.
Fees vary by intake year. Our counsellors provide a full, transparent breakdown during your free call. Scholarship options may also be available.
Seats are limited. We recommend applying 4–6 months before term start. Contact our admissions team directly via the form above or by phone for exact intake dates for the upcoming academic year.

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Gulf Medical University · Ajman, UAE  ·  admissions@gmu.ac.ae

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