The Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Tangier (FMPT), part of Abdelmalek Essaâdi University (UAE), is a flagship medical institution in northern Morocco. Located in Tangier, Morocco's gateway to Europe, the faculty is housed in one of the most modern and largest medical campuses in the country.
Established: 2014.
Location: Route de Rabat, Km 10, Tangier, Morocco (near the University Hospital).
Programs:
Doctor of Medicine (MD): 6-year program.
Pharmacy: Recently integrated cycles.
Language of Instruction: French.
Note: While scientific subjects are in French, the ability to speak Moroccan Arabic is necessary for patient communication during clinical stages.
Accreditation: State-recognized degree, listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).
State-of-the-Art Infrastructure: The campus is known for its modern architecture and vast size (over 12 hectares), featuring high-tech amphitheaters and digital learning labs.
Clinical Simulation Center: FMPT hosts an advanced simulation center that allows students to master clinical maneuvers in a risk-free environment using high-fidelity simulators.
Research Focus: The faculty is active in several research areas, including Public Health, Oncology (in partnership with the nearby oncology center), and Biomedical Sciences.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
CHU Mohammed VI Tangier: This is the primary University Hospital Center, one of the largest in Morocco and Africa. It is located right next to the faculty, creating a seamless "Health Campus."
Advanced Technology: Since the CHU is brand new, students train with the latest medical technologies, including robotic surgery systems and advanced imaging.
Regional Network: Students also rotate through the Regional Hospital Center (Hospital Duc de Tovar) and local specialty centers.
State University Affordability
As a public university, FMPT is highly accessible:
Moroccan Students: Tuition is free. Annual registration fees are roughly 300 – 600 MAD.
International Students (AMCI Quota): Most non-Moroccans apply through the Moroccan Agency for International Cooperation (AMCI). Admitted students pay no tuition and may receive a monthly stipend.
Direct International Enrollment: Self-funded spots are rare and regulated; if available, fees are generally around $1,500 USD per year.
Vibe: A cosmopolitan, historic port city where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic. It is undergoing a massive industrial and economic boom.
Climate: Mild Mediterranean weather with breezy summers and rainy winters.
Transport: Tangier has a good bus network and "Grand Taxis" (blue) for longer routes. It is also the home of Africa's first high-speed train (Al Boraq), connecting to Casablanca in 2 hours.
University Residences: Students can apply for the Cité Universitaire de Tanger.
Cost: Very low (approx. 500 MAD per year).
Private Housing: The area around the faculty (Boukhalef or near the airport) is affordable but can be busy.
Shared Apartment: 1,800 – 3,000 MAD/month ($180 – $300 USD).
Studio: 3,000 – 4,500 MAD/month.
Dining: * University Canteen: Subsidized meals are available.
Food Budget: A typical monthly budget for groceries and local meals is 2,000 – 2,500 MAD.
National Contest: For Moroccans, admission is based on a pre-selection score (Baccalaureate grades) followed by the Common National Entrance Exam in July.
International Applicants: 1. Apply via the AMCI portal in your home country (deadlines usually around July). 2. Strong grades in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics are required.
NEET (For Indians): Mandatory for students intending to return to India to sit for the NExT/FMGE licensing exams.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus