Study Nursing in Poland

Poland 🇵🇱 — Study Nursing & Healthcare

Study Nursing in Poland

Poland 🇵🇱 — Study Nursing & Healthcare

Poland is a leading destination in Central Europe for international students pursuing Bachelor and Master Programs. The country is known for its high-quality public medical universities, such as the Medical University of Gdańsk (MUG) and Nicolaus Copernicus University, as well as a growing number of private institutions offering nursing and allied health programs in English.

Poland is also known for its affordable tuition fees and low cost of living compared to many Western European countries, making it an attractive option for international students seeking quality healthcare education at a reasonable cost.

Popular Health & Nursing Programs for International Students in Poland

  • Medicine M.D Programs

  • Bachelor of Nursing

  • Bachelor of Nursing Midwifery

  • Bachelor of Pharmacy

  • Bachelor of Psychology

  • Master of Science Physiotherapy

    Master of Pharmacy programme

  • Master in Public Health

  • Master in Health Management

  • Masters in Medical Biotechnology

  • MA in Clinical Psychology

  • MBA Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions

A minimum of 55% or more is generally required for admission to universities in Poland

Yes   

No

Students can work up to 20 hours per week during academic sessions.

1 Year

Bachelor’s: Up to 5 years with proper justification.
Master’s: Up to 10 years with proper justification.

Yes, BSc Nursing is offered at public universities in Poland.

Yes

Yes, universities in Poland may require students to submit a Medical Fitness Certificate as part of the admission process.

3 Years

€3,000–€6000

Study Nursing in Finland

Finland 🇫🇮 — Study Nursing & Healthcare

Why Finland for Nursing

  • Among the safest & happiest countries; world-class, often affordable public universities.
  • Global leader in eHealth and healthcare innovation.

Education & Pathways

  • Bachelor of Health Care (Nursing) → RN in Finland/EU.
  • Top-Up for International B.Sc. Nurses → transition to RN roles (no exam in many cases; criteria apply).
  • Undergrad Pathways & PG Diplomas, Master’s (advanced clinical/leadership/research).

Nurse Salary: €25,000–€40,000/yr.
Benefits: Public-uni affordability, part-time up to 30 hrs/week, spouse open-work options, strong job market.

Study Nursing in Finland

Finland 🇫🇮 — Study Nursing & Healthcare

Finland is an emerging destination for international students seeking careers in healthcare and nursing, offering high-quality education, strong clinical training, and growing employment opportunities.
Finland offers a wide range of health and medical science programs for international students, available at both universities and universities of applied sciences (UAS), with many programs taught in English. Popular fields of study include Nursing, Public Health, Medical Laboratory Science, Healthcare Management, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Pharmaceutical Science, Dietetics, Nutrition, Health Psychology, Exercise and Sports Science, and Biomedical Science

Finland also offers Nursing Top-up Degree for international students who already hold a BSc or equivalent degree in nursing or related fields, allowing them to earn a Finnish bachelor’s degree in Nursing, which leads to direct registration with the Finnish Nursing Council without the need for additional exams or bridging programs.

Popular Health & Nursing Programs for International Students in Finland

  • Bachelor of Healthcare Nursing

  • Bachelor of Healthcare Physiotherapy

  • Bachelor of Healthcare public Health

  • Bachelor of Health Care in Paramedic Nurse

  • Bachelor of Health Care – Nursing top-up degree

  • Bachelor degree in Early Childhood education and Care

  • Masters Degree Program in Advanced Practice Nursing

  • Master’s Degree Programme in Biomedicine

  • Master’s Degree Programme in Public Health

  • Master’s Programme in Psychology of Physical Activity, Health and Well-being

  • Masters degree in Biomedical Imaging

  • Master of Social and Healthcare system

  • And Many more

Frequently Asked Questions

For Bachelor's 12th with minimum 60%
for Masters 60% in Bachelor degree+ 2 year Work Exp (for some universities)  

Yes, some universities accept MOI

Yes, students can apply for a dependent visa for their spouse.

Up to 30 hours per week

Up to 2 years (to find a job in Finland).

Bachelor's 3 to 4 Years
Master's Program 1 to 2 Years

No

1-2 months or up to 3 months depends on Embassy Action

Finnish and Swedish

€8000-€12000

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Lithuania 🇱🇹 — Study Nursing & Healthcare

Why Lithuania for Nursing

  • EU & Schengen; affordable tuition; growing healthcare sector; English-friendly.

Education & Pathways

  • B.Sc. Nursing (4 years) | €4,000–€5,000/yr.
  • Master’s (1.5–2 years) | €5,000–€8,000/yr.
    Intakes: Sep (primary), Feb.

Nurse Salary:€20,000–€27,000/yr.
Benefits: Study gap up to 5 years accepted; IELTS often not required.

What you get with DESMA (for every destination)

  • Free counseling & eligibility check
  • Shortlisting right-fit universities/colleges
  • Application, SOPs, documentation & scholarships guidance
  • Licensing/RN pathway roadmaps (country-specific)
  • Visa support (and spouse/PSW/PR where applicable)
  • Pre-departure, accommodation & post-arrival assistance

Fast Comparison (at a glance)

Country Core Degree (duration) Typical Intakes Registration/Notes Indicative Pay*
Australia 🇦🇺 Bachelor of Nursing (3 yrs) Feb / Jul / Nov NMBA pathways; clinical placements High demand (state & private)
New Zealand 🇳🇿 Bachelor of Nursing (3 yrs) Feb / Jul / (Oct/Nov limited) NCNZ registration; IEN competency NZD 54k–90k/yr
Malta 🇲🇹 B.Sc. Nursing (3–4 yrs) + RN bridging Sep / Feb (varies) EU-aligned MQF/EQF €23k–€35k/yr
Finland 🇫🇮 Bachelor of Health Care (Nursing) (3.5–4 yrs) Aug/Sep (main) RN pathway possible without exam (criteria apply) €25k–€40k/yr
Poland 🇵🇱 Bachelor of Nursing (3 yrs) Oct (main) / Feb EU-recognized €15k–€25k+/yr
United Kingdom 🇬🇧 B.Sc. Nursing (3 yrs) Sep (main) / Jan (some) NMC: English + CBT + OSCE £25k–£38k/yr
Georgia 🇬🇪 B.Sc. Nursing (4 yrs) Sep / Mar English-taught; IELTS often not required Affordable destination
Canada 🇨🇦 BScN/BN (4 yrs) • PN Diploma (2 yrs) • IEN bridging Sep / Jan / May Provincial RN/LPN pathways; strong PSW/PR routes RN: CAD 65k–95k/yr
Lithuania 🇱🇹 B.Sc. Nursing (4 yrs) Sep (main) / Feb EU & Schengen mobility €20k–€27k/yr
Study Nursing in Lithuania

Lithuania 🇱🇹 — Study Nursing & Healthcare

Lithuania is an increasingly popular destination for international students pursuing health sciences at the Bachelor’s and Master’s level. Lithuania stands out for its flexible admission requirements, allowing many international students to enrol without IELTS through conditional English programs or alternative proficiency tests. With affordable tuition fees, a low cost of living, and a rich cultural heritage.
The country also provides modern campus facilities, extensive clinical training opportunities for healthcare programs, and easy travel across the EU, making it an attractive choice for international students seeking quality education at a reasonable cost. Additionally, international students benefit from the Schengen visa, which allows easy travel across 26 European countries,
Lithuanian University of Health Science, Vilnius University are most prestigious universities in Lithuania in top rankings.

Popular Health & Nursing Programs for International Students in Lithuania

  • MSc in Health Sciences, Medical Doctor

  • MSc in Veterinary Sciences, Veterinary Doctor

  • MSc in Health Sciences, Pharmacist

  • BSc in Health Sciences, General Practice Nurse

  • BSc in Health Sciences, Occupational Therapist

  • BSc in Health Sciences and qualification of the Dental Hygienist

  • BSc in Health Sciences, Physiotherapist

Frequently Asked Questions

€4,300 - €5000 depends on university

4 Years

55% or more

Yes

20hrs in a week

1 Year

Yes

Yes, Depends on university

September & January

Yes