Trakia University – Faculty of Medicine

The university facilities are spread across the "Student Town" and the dedicated Medical Faculty campus on Armeyska Street.

• Main Medical Building: Houses the administrative offices and the majority of pre-clinical departments.
• High-Tech Laboratories: Specialized labs for Microbiology, Clinical Pathology, and Forensic Medicine.
• Anatomy Dissection Halls: Equipped for traditional cadaveric study, essential for foundational medical training.
• Academic Technological Complex (ATC): A hub for scientific research where students can participate in experimental medicine.
• Multi-functional Hall: A newly opened 290-seat auditorium used for international conferences and ceremonies.
• Central Library & Information Center: Provides extensive digital resources and a quiet environment for USMLE/PLAB preparation.
• Diagnostic Imaging Center: Features modern MRI and CT equipment used for both patient care and student instruction.
• Sports Complex: Includes outdoor fields for football and volleyball, plus an indoor basketball hall and gym.
• Museum of the Faculty: Showcases the history of the medical school and anatomical collections.
• Language Department: Offers mandatory Bulgarian language courses to help students communicate with patients during clinical years.

• University Multi-Profile Hospital (Stara Zagora EAD): The primary clinical base where students perform rotations and internships. It is the largest hospital in the region.
• University Hospital Successor: The hospital employs over 580 staff, including 180 senior medical specialists, providing a high faculty-to-student ratio during clinical rounds.
• Clinical Training: Practical shifts begin in the 3rd year, covering Internal Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, and Obstetrics.

Trakia University is widely considered the most budget-friendly medical school in Bulgaria for English-medium instruction.

Scholarships

• Academic Merit Scholarship: Available to students who maintain a GPA of 5.50/6.00 or higher after their first year.
• Erasmus+ Mobility: Monthly grants of €500 – €700 for students conducting clinical electives in other EU countries.
• Institutional Research Grants: Opportunities for senior students to get stipends for assisting in university-led medical projects.

• The Vibe: Known as the "City of Linden Trees," Stara Zagora is a safe, historical hub with a relaxed pace of life ideal for focused study.
• Connectivity:
• Train/Bus: Located in central Bulgaria, it has excellent rail links to Sofia (3 hours) and Plovdiv (1 hour).
• Air: Students fly into Sofia (SOF) or Plovdiv (PDV) and take a shuttle or train to the city.
• Language: English is sufficient for daily life in the student areas, but Bulgarian is essential for clinical rotations.

• Accommodation: Trakia has 7 dormitory buildings. While basic, they are incredibly affordable. Most international students live in "Student Town" or near the Medical Faculty.
• Dining: Four university canteens serve hygienic, homemade Bulgarian meals at very low prices.
• Vibe: Stara Zagora is a peaceful, "green" city with a high quality of life. The student community is tight-knit, and the city is famous for its parks and opera house.

• Accreditation: NEAA (Bulgaria), WHO, ECFMG (USA), GMC (UK), and NMC (India).
• Admission Timeline: Applications are usually accepted from April to August, with the academic year starting in late September.
• Degree Status: Doctor of Medicine (MD) / Master in Medicine.