Studying medicine abroad Q & A | Studying in Bulgaria Part 1

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Hi my loves, Part Two will be coming shortly, so keep that notification bell on. I hope this video was helpful. Leave a comment down below as to any videos you would like me to record and hopefully I can get around to that. Also please check the description bar especially for my UK pre- meds who are coming here as I have also written some information there which will benefit you. Love you always, have a blessed day ❤️

[@linamgr5011]

Mashallah this video just answered all of my questions!! Good luck for the rest of medical school sister!🥰

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Thank you so much my love x

[@fazilak8615]

Great video, very informative. Just put my notification bell on for the second part. Thank you for these videos, they're so helpful 💗

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Glad they are of help 😊❤

[@nikitaking2796]

Love love love Bulgaria 😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@saffykhan4710]

I love your videos, keep them coming x

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Thank you so much ! 😊

[@MrMrkhan060]

Nice videos can you show Bulgaira the city

[@ABCDEFGHI827]

@@MrMrkhan060 Bulgaria is a country not a city

[@nikiwanshu.n.k.2832]

Hey ! Thank you for this video : it was really useful ❤️ Regarding the agency, for which one did you prepared for the entrance exam ?

[@chancejohnson384]

What do you think about the education system in Bulgaria? Are you satisfied with it?

[@hannahmushtaq6362]

I just say my entrance exam and it’s honestly nothing to worry about!!!

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Congrats ! Yes I know, everybody panics but they realise on the day that it is nothing to stress about 🤗

[@hadiahussain9359]

Was your entrance exam multiple choice ??

[@hannahmushtaq6362]

Hadia Hussain chem was multiple choice and buo was mixed!

[@peacelove869]

Heyyy I’m preparing for my entrance exam on 20 September I haven’t done chemistry in a levels so struggling a bit but I’m only doing the questions that interhecs provided the notes confuse me. So is that’s fine?

[@chippy4558]

Hey this is the first time I've watched your videos. Love it ❤️ It's so simple and straight to the point. Exactly what I needed :) On average how many lectures and seminars would you have in a day? I was surprised when you said the schedule isn't packed because everyone else acts like you won't have any time for yourself or anything else for that matter.

[@DrAroosaMalik]

We have about 2 lectures maybe on a busy day and 2 seminars. You do get time for yourself, please do not worry too much a lot of people give out misinformation x

[@satisht158]

Do you really need an Agency? It looks like the application process is very straight forward, and also exam is not hard.

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Yes there is a way of applying without one. It is all in my E-book. If you would like to purchase it please contact me on [e-mail]

[@Harriet9290]

In first year, when do the practical lessons start and how often do we have them? Thanks in advance!I love your channel♥️

[@DrAroosaMalik]

you nearly have practical seminars everyday

[@coffeevanilla1631]

Hey, just wondering where do you store all your things when you leave for the summer? Do you take them back home things such as cutlery? Thanks

[@DrAroosaMalik]

I leave them in my home as I will be coming back to my apartment

[@yasminsami8770]

Hi Aroosa , did you buy your apartment things from the Uk or there like bedding and kitchen things

[@DrAroosaMalik]

bedding from the uk, kitchen stuff from ikea

[@fatimahakmm]

Hey! Great detailed video and so helpful !! 🙏🙏. I have a question, you mentioned about being awarded a masters degree how does that work? Is it like a double degree? And does it show on your diploma that you got both masters and MD?

[@alik7541]

Thanks for the video

[@DrAroosaMalik]

😊

[@ifenna4487]

What are the entrace exam questions like please??

[@lukaslacher6292]

Can you do a video about residency training? I would love to do a dermatology residency in Bulgaria because in my country it’s very competitive

[@DrAroosaMalik]

I will look into it and once I have enough information I will most definitely do a video on this topic.

[@sikanderrana5669]

Hi, when do the exams begin for 1st medical semester of 2023 please?

[@DrAroosaMalik]

January

[@johannamarianfinos9781]

Hi aroosa! Could you maybe tell me some reasons why SMU may be better than other Bulgarian med unis like pleven and Varna? I'm just really confused rn as to where I should apply.

[@DrAroosaMalik]

It’s not better. It just depends on personal preference

[@zinaidaweiss1141]

Aroosa, do the university teachers give a list of recommended literature/materials for exam preparation? Or you can choose yourself which books you will read? I don't mean about entrance exam, just about subject exams when you are already a student of university.

[@DrAroosaMalik]

you chose notes and books yourself. The professors do give book recommendations as well

[@archjanasivasuthan6252]

this sounds stupid, but how did you do your eyebrows in Bulgaria? Because my eyebrows get crazy hairy in like 2 weeks already. I dont trust myself to do my own eyebrows btw

[@DrAroosaMalik]

No it's not silly. I do them myself my lovely

[@Yourfavruwayda_]

wait so how do you send your personal statement does the school do it for you or the agency

[@DrAroosaMalik]

There is no personal statement

[@DrAroosaMalik]

If you are coming NEW to Bulgaria (Sofia) and are LOOKING FOR ACCOMODATION please email me at: [e-mail] OR DM me on instagram: @aroosamalix

[@burhan123]

Extremely informative and helpful. Such an amazing channel! Keep it up!

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Thank you, I appreciate that ! 😊

[@burhan123]

Aroosa Malik anytime :)

[@mish1213]

You can go home for all of 6th year?

[@elijah2859]

Hey do u get paid for 6 th year?

[@DrAroosaMalik]

No you don’t

[@zaynabnasir1724]

do they look at GCSE exam grades? i failed so i hope that won't effect it :/

[@DrAroosaMalik]

yes they do

[@Prachikaarya]

Hi I am 3 yes late but can you tell me how exactly are we supposed to submit our documents to the Sophia University??? As in each and everything from my passport to my marksheet of high school needs to be translated in Bulgarian language??? Also talkin' about the agencies is it necessary or important to have an agency for getting admitted into the university?

[@Fahadarshad_]

Can i still apply with a btec level 3 business or?

[@jcicrafters5724]

Hi Aroosa, thank you soooo much for the information! This is gonna sound so silly, but in terms of phones, do you use the same phone that you had in the UK, or did you buy a new phone and sim contract in Bulgaria? Thank you so much! 😊

[@DrAroosaMalik]

No question is silly love. I used the same phone from the UK but I did buy a Sim from Bulgaria as it was easier for me. However, I know a few students who have kept their contracts and use their data etc with their original sim card. I just think it is easier to have a BG Sim and when I go back home I just swap it :)

[@ruks4916]

You are sooo beautiful masha’Allah!!!

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Thank you gorgeous 🙏🏼🥰❤

[@munaasd]

Are there any papers, books or links to prepare for medical school.... also any tips for preparation for medicine school in general and tips for the entrance exam......

[@talamroueh]

hello , what agency did you apply with

[@DrAroosaMalik]

medconnecteurope.co.uk/aroosamalik/

[@michelleokueguale3164]

What about stuff like pots pans bedsheets hairdryers Shoes clothes were you homesick in the first few weeks was it easy to make friends 🥺🙏🏾😭

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Well clothes is a given you would bring your own from home. Definitely hair straighteners I would say because they're more expensive i find in bulgaria. Bedsheets and pots and pans etc me and my friends have all bought them from IKEA so no need to bring them over. Everyone gets home sick but you learn to adjust. Yes love everyone is in the same boat so everybody is open to making friends 🤗

[@yannis7815]

Omg this is literally the cutest question 😭😭🙏🙏

[@selimaswed3248]

Hey Aroosa , thank you for the helpful video , I have a question about the exams in your university , are they written or oral exams ? I study in the Czech Republic and the exams for anatomy , biology , biophysics and most subjects are oral exams , I am wondering if is it the same in Bulgaria ? Thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[@DrAroosaMalik]

They are written and oral, it is a mixture usually. It depends on the subject too

[@selimaswed3248]

@@DrAroosaMalik thank you ❤️

[@sony2530]

Hello, is there any university in Bulgaria that accepts transfers?

[@DrAroosaMalik]

You can message them and they can help you with queries like this ⬇️ medconnecteurope.co.uk/aroosamalik/

[@abhaysrivastav5664]

Dunno whether it's lucrative to pursue Medicine there or not?

[@DrAroosaMalik]

It isn't lucrative to apply to Medicine at all. If you consider the amount you spend studying, taking exams etc it is not worth it if you are just looking to make money. There are other jobs where you can make more money.

[@abhaysrivastav5664]

@@DrAroosaMalik thanks for your advice! I appreciate it

[@radhiyanature1075]

I'm planning to go to china next year. But because of covid not sure 😭😭

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Do what feels right for you! All you have to do is push yourself a little harder to find that determination BUT, you can do it ❤️

[@azifahahmed4462]

Hi I am having hard time deciding between whether to study in China or Europe. I am interacted the graduate program.

[@ajebitsandy6139]

Do they have a four yrs program with someone already by a BSc from a science program

[@DrAroosaMalik]

No they don’t

[@fmjjjjn7510]

Can you get accepted with just igcses?

[@johannamarianfinos9781]

hi aroosa... are cheap apartments available near sofia uni?

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Not that I know of

[@sashalavayen6755]

What is the link for the agency?

[@DrAroosaMalik]

please email me at [e-mail]

[@rambo2124]

How much the cost

[@DrAroosaMalik]

watch my other videos :)

[@abdurkhan3809]

Hi would I get into medicine with A level Bio, Chem and maths with Grade Cs

[@linamgr5011]

Yeah I’m pretty sure that’s the minimum

[@DrAroosaMalik]

yes !

[@DrAroosaMalik]

If you would like to apply I would recommend this agency: medconnecteurope.co.uk/aroosamalik/

[@ajoyfulbeauty4703]

Hi Nice video👍 Is physics for A level required to enter? Is Only biology, chemistry, psychology accepted

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Bio and Chem is fine

[@ajoyfulbeauty4703]

@@DrAroosaMalik thank u so much😊

[@dabarapraise8287]

I'm looking to apply to trakia, please do they offer good practical experience ,clinical rotations and hands on experience with patients? I'd really appreciate a reply😩

[@DrAroosaMalik]

I believe every university here does

[@maneechan6595]

Hi Aroosa, thank you for the detailed and very useful video. May I ask which agency you went through to get admission? Thanks in advance for the reply.

[@DrAroosaMalik]

please email me at [e-mail]

[@triplemgaming5103]

Do you have any advice for a mature student coming from the uk because I could really use some if you do🙏🏼

[@DrAroosaMalik]

I think it is amazing that you're pursuing Medicine as a mature student. Don't let anything put you down, you should be proud of who you are and we are all human so we all have something in common

[@fatimayusuf110]

Quick question, would you mind sharing which housing agency you used? I’m currently preparing myself to attend Sofia Medical University in the next academic year.

[@DrAroosaMalik]

email me: [e-mail]

[@vlogwithsubss]

are you in smu rn ? do you recommend it ?

[@zainabalaqiqi754]

If you can please tell us which one is better for medicine is it university of Sofia or medical university Sofia

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Well I don’t know because I haven’t experienced both ❤️

[@alishaabbas1174]

Hey Aroosa I’m taking the entrance exam for this year right and I know if I uses all the resources inshallah I should pass but one question how much do you need to have yearly like I need a final total number? Thanks

[@rambo2124]

I want to study biology

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Oooo exciting !

[@hankmiller990]

Please let me know where you will practice. I will be your first patient. I need a thorough investigation :)

[@subrapydikondala7430]

Hi Aroosa, Is it possible for a study loan??

[@DrAroosaMalik]

I have heard you can apply, but I'm not 100% sure how.

[@MonMon-xh1hi]

Can someone apply for medical school with A Level?

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Yes of course you can, your A Levels should be Science based subjects x

[@MonMon-xh1hi]

Thank you

[@DrAroosaMalik]

@@MonMon-xh1hi you're welcome love

[@ajoyfulbeauty4703]

@@DrAroosaMalik is A level chemistry and biology without physics ok?

[@DrAroosaMalik]

@@ajoyfulbeauty4703 yes

[@nicolemapea9185]

I'm not studying medicine but I love your videos Aroosa. Much love ❤️❤️❤️

[@DrAroosaMalik]

I appreciate that my love 💓 what are you studying 😊 ?

[@nicolemapea9185]

@@DrAroosaMalik I'm studying mathematics in South Africa.

[@keskaur3630]

I do Chemistry, biology and religious education would i be accepted or would i need a maths a-level ?

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Yes the entry requirements are Chemistry and any other Science based subject

[@arthenol_deku]

great vid

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Thanks

[@BatmanBateman.]

Are you suggesting bringing a rice cooker, spices, etc from home? Can't I get it at foreign local shops or by Bulgarian Amazon?

[@DrAroosaMalik]

you can get it from shops here, we foreign students are extra and we like our stuff spicey

[@mayaveselinova1562]

Hi there, I hope that the diploma after Brexit will be recognized in the UK. Xxx

[@lukaszm7378]

The diploma has nothing to do with the EU. All EEA nations degrees are accepted by the GMC. E.g. Norway is in the EEA but not in the EU.

[@mayaveselinova1562]

@@lukaszm7378 UK is member on EEA only until end of this year, after that nobody know what will happen.

[@lukaszm7378]

​@@mayaveselinova1562 IMO it's inaccurate "Nobody knows what will happen" 1.First of all, even if The UK leaves the EEA. Diplomas from outside the EEA are recognised as long as they meet the requirements as set out by the GMC. E.g. we have many Indian doctors, and india is not inside the EEA. As long as the degree meets the GMC requirements then it ok for it to be outside the EEA. 2. Also just because the UK leaves the EEA doesn't mean to say that the GMC will all of a sudden decide not to recognise Medical qualifications from EEA countries. The GMC recognises medical qualifications from countries all over the world as long as they meet the GMC standards and requirements. So even if it stopped the automatic recognition of the EEA qualifications (which it probably won't) Then the qualifications would still be recognised on the same basis that qualifications from outside the EEA are right now.

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Yes my love the diploma will still be recognised after Brexit

[@Becplatnoterapevt]

Madam, I have done first medical professional degree from kazakhstan 6 yrs course, and did my inernship from my home country india, practicing as medical officer in my country from 13yrs, do i need to clear the state competition, I have studied my subjects in Russian, and what is the fees, and do i have to give any exam for registration in bulgaria, would be grateful for your answer

[@DrAroosaMalik]

the tution fees is usually 8,000 Euros per year. You would have to take the entrance exam

[@masoodahmad9279]

Hi Aroosa my son wants to go to Bulgaria there is quite few agencies offering us services but I really don’t know which one is legit can you recommend the best one thanks 🙏

[@DrAroosaMalik]

hello please email me at [e-mail] Thank you

[@mariaahmed1664]

Could you please put the link of the agencies 🙏😭❤️

[@DrAroosaMalik]

please email me on [e-mail]

[@teenager1930]

Hiiiiii . My budget for one year is 5000 euros . Is it possible to get admission in Medical Universities In Bulgaria?????

[@DrAroosaMalik]

No sorry my love it is not possible. Each semester is 4000 Euros, that is 8000 Euros for one academic year for Sofia ,Plovdiv and Varna and 7000 Euros for Trakia and Pleven. However if you're within the EU, you may be able to get a loan from the bank ( However, Sofia medical university does not accept this, but I know Plovdiv does) if you contact the agency, link in the description they will be able to provide you with more information on that.

[@teenager1930]

@@DrAroosaMalik ok btw thanks for the reply and your video was really great ❤

[@DrAroosaMalik]

@@teenager1930 You're welcome lovely 😊

[@raya5036]

Hey, you should look into medical schools in Romania. They are around your budget.

[@teenager1930]

@@raya5036 but quality is not so good they say

[@princesssomeone7454]

can you speak bulgarian

[@DrAroosaMalik]

Not really, just some words and phrases unfortunately ❤️

[@MRDIAZ-of9qt]

When is the application deadline for sofia medical uni?

[@DrAroosaMalik]

you can apply right now and it is usually up until September/ October

[@jakobselman1404]

The luckiest 3 years bcs covid

[@hannahahmed65]

Out of context but your beautiful!

[@DrAroosaMalik]

thank you so much love x

[@victoria_337]

има ли българи?хаха

[@DrAroosaMalik]

да, но те са на българския курс. На курса по английски има много малко международни българи. 😊

[@KlauduniaL07]

Hi! Did you study in english? Can you tell me more about exams in 4-5 years? Were they oral or written or both? Do questions at your year were similar to questions from previous years?

[@DrAroosaMalik]

The course is in English. The exams throughout the entire degree are all Oral, they were only some written exams due to covid.