Medicine and Surgery at University of Rome La Sapienza

Program Overview

The University of Rome La Sapienza, one of Italy's most prestigious institutions, offers a fully English-taught Medicine and Surgery program. Europe's largest university attracts international students worldwide, providing a globally recognized medical degree with excellence in research and clinical training.

International Ranking

• QS World University Rankings: Among Italy's highest-ranked institutions
• Medicine: Top 150 worldwide, top 3 in Italy

Sapienza International Rankings

Seats Available

IMAT Scores and Cut-Offs (Past Years)

Admission Requirements

• High school diploma equivalent to Italian system
• Competitive IMAT score
• English proficiency (minimum B2 level if required)

Course Structure and Subjects

Year 1

First Semester:

• Human Anatomy (5 CFU)
• Biology and Genetics (5 CFU)
• Chemistry and Introduction to Biochemistry (9 CFU)
• Medical Physics (6 CFU)
• Basic Medical Scientific Methods (6 CFU)

Second Semester:

• Biochemistry (6 CFU)
• Biology and Genetics (8 CFU)
• Histology and Embryology (8 CFU)
• Basic Medical Scientific Methods (6 CFU)

Year 2

First Semester:

• Human Anatomy (7 CFU)
• Biochemistry (8 CFU)
• Human Physiology (8 CFU)
• Pre-Clinical Scientific Methods (5 CFU)

Second Semester:

• Human Anatomy (7 CFU)
• Human Physiology (7 CFU)
• Microbiology (7 CFU)
• Pre-Clinical Scientific Methods (9 CFU)

Year 3

First Semester:

• Human Physiology (3 CFU)
• Immunology and Immunopathology (8 CFU)
• Laboratory Medicine (5 CFU)
• Pathology and Pathophysiology (7 CFU)
• Clinical Scientific Methods (8 CFU)

Second Semester:

• Laboratory Medicine (6 CFU)
• Pathology and Pathophysiology (10 CFU)
• Clinical Scientific Methods (12 CFU)

Year 4

First Semester:

• Pathological Anatomy and Clinical Anatomy (6 CFU)
• Applied Pathology I: Respiratory & Cardiovascular (11 CFU)
• Applied Pathology II: Kidney & Urinary (5 CFU)
• Applied Medical Scientific Methods (3 CFU)

Second Semester:

• Pathological Anatomy and Clinical Anatomy (5 CFU)
• Diagnostic Imaging (6 CFU)
• Pharmacology and Toxicology (4 CFU)
• Applied Pathology III: Digestive, Endocrine (12 CFU)
• Applied Medical Scientific Methods (5 CFU)

Year 5

First Semester:

• Pharmacology and Toxicology (3 CFU)
• Diseases of Nervous System (5 CFU)
• Internal Medicine & General Surgery I (6 CFU)
• Applied Pathology IV (5 CFU)
• Applied Pathology V (6 CFU)

Second Semester:

• Dermatology and Plastic Surgery (3 CFU)
• Orthopaedics, Traumatology, Rheumatology (3 CFU)
• Public Health (5 CFU)
• Diseases of Sensory Organs (8 CFU)
• Psychiatry and Clinical Psychology (4 CFU)

Year 6

First Semester:

• Obstetrics and Gynaecology (5 CFU)
• Internal Medicine & General Surgery II (5 CFU)
• Public Health (3 CFU)
• Paediatrics (6 CFU)

Second Semester:

• Emergency Medicine and Surgery (10 CFU)
• Internal Medicine & General Surgery III (4 CFU)
• Forensic Medicine (5 CFU)
• Internships and Final Exam (Various CFU)

Exams and Grading System

• Formats: Written, oral, or practical (subject-dependent)
• Grading scale: 18/30 minimum passing, 30/30 cum laude highest
• Flexible policy: Students may reject scores and retake exams
• Credits awarded per passed subject

Tuition Fees and Scholarships

• Tuition: €156-€3,500 per year (ISEE-based)
• Most students pay €156/year (€140 refundable with scholarship)
• Disco Lazio scholarships: Tuition, housing, living expenses support
  Disco Lazio Website

Living Expenses in Rome

Conclusion

The University of Rome La Sapienza delivers world-class medical education in Europe's largest university, located in historic Rome. With top global rankings, affordable tuition, comprehensive clinical training, and flexible assessment, La Sapienza offers aspiring doctors an exceptional pathway to a globally recognized medical career.