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University of Bologna
A Global Pinnacle for MBBS in Italy: Alma Mater Studiorum
At a Glance
Founded in 1088, the University of Bologna is the world’s oldest university, shaping global academia for over nine centuries. It's a research-intensive institution with a multicampus structure and a beacon of academic excellence.
Global Stature
QS 2025 (Overall): 122nd
QS 2025 (Medicine): 78th
National Prestige
Censis 2024 (Medicine, Italy): 3rd (98 points)
Renowned for pedagogy & clinical infrastructure.
Key Accreditations
WHO Listed
NMC (India) Recognized
UK GMC & USMLE Eligible
Global Alliances
Member of Coimbra Group, EUA, Una Europa.
AlmaGoals program for sustainable development in medical education.
Medicine & Surgery Program
A Single Cycle Master’s degree in English, rooted in a 12th-century tradition. It trains scientist-physicians through structured preclinical sciences, clinical clerkships, and research, adhering to European standards.
- Historic Legacy: Medical tradition dating back to the 12th century.
- European Standards: Aligned with Bologna Process, EC Directive 2005/36/EC, MEDINE.
- Scientist-Physician Model: Emphasizes evidence-based practice, research, and patient care.
- Clinical Training: At Policlinico Sant’Orsola-Malpighi & other Emilia-Romagna hospitals.
Curriculum Overview (360 ECTS)
Semester 2 (Typical): Histology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Human Body Systems (micro/macro)
Focus: Fundamentals of medical sciences, cellular pathology, organ function, and basic research methods.
Semester 6 (Typical): Diagnostic Imaging, Pathological Anatomy, Organ-Specific Pathologies (e.g., cardiovascular, respiratory)
Internships: Year 3: 4 CFU (68 hours); Year 4: 10 CFU (170 hours). Introduces clinical reasoning and patient interaction. Italian B2 level recommended from Year 3.
Semester 10 (Typical): Medical Oncology, Psychiatry, Legal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Community Medicine
Internships: Year 5: 17 CFU (289 hours); Year 6: 29 CFU (493 hours), culminating in a thesis and research presentation.
Life in Bologna & Student Support
Bologna, Italy’s “student capital” (400,000 residents), offers a vibrant, multicultural hub with historic charm, 38 km of porticoes, and a dynamic student life fueled by 90,000 students.
Tuition Fees (2024/25)
Range: €200 - €3,400 annually (based on ISEE). Payable in 3 installments.
Financial Support
Merit- and need-based scholarships available. Details on university website. KALINGAEURO offers guidance.
Accessible campus via bus (€15/month pass) or bike (€50/year rental).
Living costs: €700–900/month for a one-bedroom apartment.
Admissions & Achievements
Admission Requirements
- 12 years of secondary education.
- Competitive IMAT score (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math, Logic, General Knowledge).
- 2024 IMAT cut-offs: Approx.74.5 (non-EU) Seats - 20
- Non-EU: D-type visa, Universitaly & Studenti Online registration.
- Italian language test upon arrival for residence permit (non-Italian speakers).
- KALINGAEURO provides IMAT preparation.
Notable Achievements & Legacy
Guglielmo Marconi
Alumnus, Nobel Prize in Physics (1909) for radio.
Gaspare Tagliacozzi
Pioneering plastic surgery in the 16th century.
Bologna Process
Shaped modern European higher education standards.
Why Choose Bologna for Your MBBS?
The University of Bologna offers an unparalleled MBBS experience, blending a 900-year legacy with innovative clinical training. Globally accredited, it prepares you for leadership in medicine. Bologna’s vibrant city, affordable living, and KALINGAEURO’s support create an ideal environment for aspiring physicians.
