The Medical University of Gdańsk is a leading Polish academic and clinical centre, recognised nationally and internationally for excellence in education, research, and healthcare. Ranked in major global university rankings, including QS, THE, ARWU, U.S. News, and THE Impact Rankings, it is considered one of Poland’s top medical universities and one of the country’s 10 prestigious Research Universities under the Excellence Initiative programme.

Located in the historic and dynamic city of Gdańsk on the Baltic coast, MUG combines over 80 years of academic tradition with a modern, international approach to medical education. The university educates more than 6,900 students, including nearly 600  international students from across the world, creating a vibrant multicultural environment and a strong international student community.

MUG’s strengths lie in its outstanding academic staff, modern infrastructure, and high-impact scientific research. Its researchers are among the world’s most cited scientists, with several included in Research.com’s global Top 2% ranking. The university conducts advanced research in medicine, biotechnology, pharmaceutical sciences, cardiology, oncology, genetics, molecular biology, and digital medicine, supported by major national and international funding programmes.

Students gain practical experience in state-of-the-art facilities, including the Medical Simulation Centre with VR technologies, Nursing Skills Laboratories, Dental Simulation Laboratories, and the Training Pharmacy. Clinical education takes place in one of Europe’s most modern hospital complexes, comprising the Invasive Medicine Centre and the Non-Invasive Medicine Centre. The university is also expanding its infrastructure with the new University Dental Centre and Paediatric Medicine Centre.

International cooperation plays a key role in MUG’s development. The university is a co-founder of the Fahrenheit Union of Universities and a member of the ACE2-EU European University alliance, promoting mobility, interdisciplinary education, innovation, and collaboration across Europe. MUG also holds the prestigious HR Excellence in Research award granted by the European Commission.

With modern teaching methods, extensive research opportunities, strong Erasmus+ partnerships, and a unique location in one of Europe’s most beautiful and student-friendly cities, the Medical University of Gdańsk offers an excellent environment for studying medicine, pharmacy, biotechnology, and health sciences in an internationally recognised academic centre.