Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha Facultad de Medicina de Ciudad Real

- Ciudad Real, Spain
Abroad MBBS Seats: 360

General Information

The Faculty of Medicine of Ciudad Real, part of the University of Castilla-La Mancha (UCLM), is a highly regarded medical school in Spain. It is known for its "Ciudad Real Model" of medical education, which emphasizes self-learning, small group instruction, and clinical integration from the very beginning of the degree.

Institutional Overview

  • Institution Type: Public University Faculty.

  • Affiliation: Constituent Faculty of the University of Castilla-La Mancha (UCLM).

  • Recognition: Fully accredited by the Spanish Ministry of Universities and the EHEA.

  • Established: The UCLM began operations in 1985, with the Ciudad Real Faculty of Medicine developing into a premier site for health sciences in the region.

Language of Instruction: Spanish (Total fluency is required for clinical patient interaction).

Campus Facilities

Campus & Infrastructure

The faculty is located on the Ciudad Real Campus, designed as a modern biosanitary complex.

  • Location: Camino de Moledores, s/n, 13071 Ciudad Real, Spain.

  • Campus Vibe: Professional and research-centric. The faculty building is modern, featuring open spaces designed to facilitate student-faculty interaction.

  • Infrastructure & Facilities:

    • Medical Education Unit: A dedicated department that manages the innovative teaching model.

    • Simulation Workshops: Specialized rooms for practicing clinical skills, from basic sutures to complex emergency simulations.

    • Laboratories: Eight high-tech labs including Molecular Studies, Synaptic Structure, and Neurophysiology.

Animal Facility: A recently modernized facility for basic and clinical research.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

Healthcare Pillar: Teaching Hospitals

The clinical training is closely tied to the SESCAM (Health Service of Castilla-La Mancha).

  • Primary Teaching Hospital: Hospital General Universitario de Ciudad Real (HGUCR).

  • Toledo Itinerary: Students can choose a track where they move to the University Hospital of Toledo starting in the 3rd year to complete their clinical training.

Clinical Rotations: Small group rotations (maximum 3 students per clinical act) ensure personalized mentoring during hospital shifts.

Fee Structure

State University Affordability

Fee Structure and Costs (Estimated 2025/2026)

UCLM offers some of the most competitive public tuition rates in Spain.

Category

Item

Estimated Annual Cost

Medicine (Domestic/EU)

Tuition (1st Enrollment)

~€1,130 (€18.87 per credit)

Medicine (International)

Tuition (Full Rate)

~€4,300 – €6,800

Administration

Opening Record / Academic Fees

~€100 – €120

Living Costs

Ciudad Real

€550 – €800 / month (Very affordable city)

City Details

Hostel & Mess

Accommodation and Dining (Hostel & Mess)

  • Student Residences (Hostel):

    • José Castillejo Residence: Located on the university campus, offering single and double rooms from approx. €450/month (often including board).

    • El Doncel & José Maestro: Other popular university residences with libraries and sports facilities.

    • Private Housing: Shared flats in the Perchel or Plaza de Toros areas are very common, with rooms typically costing €150 – €250/month.

  • Dining (Mess):

    • Campus Canteen: Located within the main university buildings, providing affordable daily menus for students.

    • Pensión Completa: Most student residences include full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) in their monthly rate.

Miscellaneous

Admissions Process (2025 Intake)

Admission is highly competitive and determined by academic merit.

  1. Cut-off Score (Nota de Corte): For the latest cycle, the score for Medicine was approximately 13.014 out of 14.0.

  2. International Access: Students with non-Spanish diplomas must apply through UNEDasiss. International students generally need to take PCE exams in Biology and Chemistry to reach the required score.

  3. Language Requirement: B2/C1 Spanish is essential for both theoretical exams and clinical interaction with patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions

Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.

While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.

We are committed to transparency. All costs, including consultation charges and university expenses, are detailed in your offer letter. We strongly advise against any form of donation.

Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.

Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.

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