Universities Teaching Medicine in English in Italy
Studying medicine in Italy is an exciting opportunity for international students, with several universities offering programs in English. Here are some of the top universities and a bit of information about when they started these courses:
- University of Pavia
- Founded: 2009
- Program: Harvey Medicine and Surgery Course
- Details: The Harvey Course was the first medicine course entirely taught in English in Italy, named after William Harvey, the pioneer of the circulatory system.
2.University of Rome “La Sapienza”
- Founded: 2011
- Program: Medicine and Surgery and Dentistry and Dental Prosthodontics
- Details: La Sapienza offers a comprehensive medical program taught in English, attracting students from around the world. The program emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, with a strong focus on clinical practice.
3.University of Milan
- Founded: 2012
- Program: Medicine and Surgery
- Details: The University of Milan offers a comprehensive program in English, attracting students from around the globe.
4.University of Milan Bicocca
- Founded: 2012
- Program: Single Cycle Master’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery
- Details: This program is in partnership with the University of Surrey (UK) and the Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital. The program uses a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) approach.
5.University of Turin
- Founded: 2013
- Program: Medicine and Surgery
- Details: The University of Turin provides a modern curriculum in English, emphasizing clinical and practical skills.
6.University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli
- Founded: 2013
- Program: Medicine and Surgery
- Details: This university offers a well-rounded medical education in English, with a strong emphasis on research and clinical practice.
7.University of Bari
- Founded: 2015
- Program: Medicine and Surgery
- Details: Known for its focus on health promotion and emergency medicine, the University of Bari offers an English-taught program using the latest medical technologies.
8.University of Padova
- Founded: 2015
- Program: Medicine and Surgery
- Details: Known for its rich history, the University of Padova offers a well-rounded medical education in English.
9.University of Siena
- Founded: 2016
- Program: Dentistry and Dental Prosthodontics
- Details: The University of Siena provides a supportive environment for international students, with a focus on clinical practice.
10.University of Catania
- Founded: 2016
- Program: Medicine and Surgery
- Details: The University of Catania offers a program focused on clinical training and modern medical education.
11.Marche Polytechnic University (Ancona)
- Founded: 2017
- Program: Medicine and Surgery
- Details: This program is known for its innovative teaching methods and strong clinical focus.
12.University of Bologna
- Founded: 2017
- Program: Medicine and Surgery
- Details: The University of Bologna, one of the oldest universities in the world, introduced its English-taught medicine program in 2017.
13.University of Messina
- Founded: 2010
- Program: Medicine and Surgery (International Medical School)
- Details: The program includes clinical training at the G. Martino University Hospital in Messina.
14.University of Parma
- Founded: 2014
- Program: Medicine and Surgery
- Details: Held in the nearby city of Piacenza, this program focuses on health promotion, emergency medicine, and the latest medical technologies.
15.University of Rome, “Tor Vergata”
- Founded: 2010
- Program: Medicine and Surgery (International Medical School)
- Details: Known for its modern facilities and strong emphasis on research, this program prepares students to excel in the healthcare field.
16.University of Cagliari
- Founded: 2018
- Program: Medicine and Surgery
- Details: Offers a modern curriculum in English with a focus on practical skills and clinical experience.
