Study in Moldova from Pakistan

Moldova offers accessible, internationally oriented higher education within the European Higher Education Area. The country follows the Bologna Process and uses the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS), supporting academic mobility and comparability of qualifications. Study options are available across medicine, engineering and technology, business, economics, education, humanities, arts and other fields.

The Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Moldova in Karachi promotes educational and academic cooperation between Moldova and Pakistan and can provide general guidance to Pakistani students interested in exploring study opportunities in Moldova. Applicants should always confirm admission, programme, tuition, recognition and visa requirements directly with the relevant university and competent authorities.

Moldova’s higher-education system includes public universities, private universities and specialised higher-education institutions. The current Ministry of Education and Research listing includes institutions in Chișinău, Bălți, Comrat, Cahul and Taraclia.

Public Institutions

1. 1.Moldova State University (USM) — Chișinău

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   Broad academic institution offering programmes across the sciences, humanities, social sciences and other fields.

2. 2.“Ion Creangă” State Pedagogical University (UPSC) — Chișinău

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   Specialised in education, pedagogy, psychology, languages, humanities and related disciplines.

3. 3.Technical University of Moldova (UTM) — Chișinău

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   A leading institution for engineering, information technology, architecture and applied sciences.

4. 4.Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova (ASEM) — Chișinău

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   Focused on economics, finance, business, management, marketing and related fields.

5. 5.“Alecu Russo” State University of Bălți — Bălți

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   Programmes across education, humanities, sciences, economics and other academic areas.

6. 6.Comrat State University — Comrat

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   A public university serving the southern region of Moldova, with programmes across several disciplines.

7. 7.“Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu” State University of Cahul — Cahul

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   A regional public university offering education, economics, law, sciences and humanities.

8. 8.“Angel Kanchev” University of Ruse – Taraclia Branch — Taraclia

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   A branch of Bulgaria’s University of Ruse — an important cross-border higher-education connection.

9. 9.“Nicolae Testemițanu” State University of Medicine and Pharmacy (USMF) — Chișinău

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   Moldova’s specialised public medical university — medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, optometry, public health and more. English-taught options available.

10. 10.Academy of Music, Theatre and Fine Arts (AMTAP) — Chișinău

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    Specialised higher education in music, theatre, fine arts and related creative disciplines.

11. 11.“Ștefan cel Mare” Police Academy — Chișinău

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    Specialised education in police, public security and related professional fields.

12. 12.“Alexandru cel Bun” Military Institute of the Armed Forces — Chișinău

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    Specialised military and defence-related higher education.

Private Institutions

13. 13.Free International University of Moldova (ULIM) — Chișinău

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14. 14.Cooperative-Commercial University of Moldova (UCCM) — Chișinău

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15. 15.University of European Political and Economic Studies (USPEE) — Chișinău

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16. 16.University of European Studies of Moldova (USEM) — Chișinău

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The list above reflects the current public/private higher-education listing published by Moldova’s Ministry of Education and Research.

For students considering medicine, Moldova’s principal specialised institution is the “Nicolae Testemițanu” State University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Chișinău. The university currently lists international programmes including:

• Medicine — 6 years
• Dentistry — 5 years
• Pharmacy — 5 years
• Optometry — 3 years
• Selected master’s programmes
• Residency programmes in medical specialties

English-language study options are available in several programmes. For example, Medicine is offered in English alongside other languages, while Dentistry and Pharmacy also have English-language options.

Pakistani students considering medicine, dentistry or pharmacy should independently verify the programme’s current recognition, accreditation, eligibility and professional-registration requirements with the relevant Pakistani authorities before accepting an offer.

Moldova provides a range of opportunities in engineering, information technology, architecture and applied sciences. The Technical University of Moldova is the country’s principal specialised institution in these areas, with programmes connected to engineering, IT, architecture and applied sciences.

Students interested in technology-related fields should review individual programmes carefully, as available specialisations, teaching languages, tuition fees and admission requirements vary by university and academic year.

Students interested in business and economics can consider institutions such as the Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova, as well as other public and private universities offering programmes in economics, finance, management, marketing, international relations and related disciplines.

Romanian is the principal language of instruction across Moldova’s public higher-education system, while English-language programmes are available and are particularly visible in areas such as medicine, IT, business and international studies. Russian is also used in some academic and social contexts. The official Study in Moldova portal currently promotes more than 350 study programmes and provides programme-level information for international applicants.

Tuition fees and scholarship opportunities vary significantly according to the university, programme, degree level and student category.

The official Study in Moldova portal currently presents Moldova as an affordable study destination, with indicative tuition starting from around €1,200 per year for some programmes. However, this should not be treated as a universal fee: students should confirm the exact tuition and other charges directly with their chosen institution before applying.

Scholarship arrangements may differ by programme and student status. Applicants should verify current scholarship opportunities, eligibility criteria, deadlines and funding conditions with the university and relevant Moldovan authorities.

International students from countries requiring a visa must complete the appropriate immigration and visa procedures before travelling to Moldova.

For study purposes, Moldova provides a long-stay D/AS study visa for eligible third-country nationals undertaking pre-university, university or post-university studies at accredited institutions. The current requirements can include confirmation of acceptance to studies, an invitation where required, proof of financial means, a criminal-record document where applicable, medical insurance and other supporting documents.

For Pakistani passport holders, visa requirements should be checked against the latest official Moldovan visa regime before travel. Pakistan is currently listed among countries whose nationals require a visa.

The Honorary Consulate can provide general guidance and direct applicants to the appropriate official authorities. Visa decisions and immigration procedures remain the responsibility of the competent Moldovan authorities.

Moldovan universities participate in international academic cooperation and mobility initiatives. Students should explore Erasmus+, university-to-university exchange agreements, research opportunities, internships and other mobility programmes available through their institution.

Exchange and internship applicants should confirm eligibility, duration, funding, academic-credit arrangements and visa requirements with both participating institutions before making travel arrangements.

Pakistani students interested in studying in Moldova can explore opportunities across medicine, engineering, IT, business, economics, education, arts and other disciplines.

The Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Moldova in Karachi encourages academic and people-to-people connections between Pakistan and Moldova and can provide general guidance on navigating available educational opportunities.

Students should make their final decisions based on official information from the selected university and the relevant Moldovan and Pakistani authorities, particularly regarding admission, tuition, academic recognition, professional licensing and immigration requirements.

University programmes, tuition fees, admission criteria, scholarships, language requirements and visa procedures can change from one academic year to another. Prospective students should therefore verify all current information directly with:

• The selected Moldovan university
• The Ministry of Education and Research of the Republic of Moldova
• The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova
• The relevant Moldovan immigration authorities
• The relevant Pakistani authority for recognition or professional registration, where applicable

The Honorary Consulate provides general information and facilitates appropriate contacts where possible; it does not replace the admission, accreditation, immigration or professional-recognition decisions of the competent authorities.