Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna Scuola di Medicina e Chirurgia

The medical school is primarily housed within the "Polo Murri" area of the Sant'Orsola Hospital complex, blending historic legacy with cutting-edge labs.

• Sant'Orsola-Malpighi Teaching Hub: A "city within a city" where most lectures and labs take place alongside clinical care.
• Advanced Surgical Simulation Center: One of Italy’s most modern facilities for training in laparoscopy and robotic surgery.
• Anatomy Hall (Historic & Modern): Students have access to both the historic 17th-century Anatomical Theatre (for history) and modern dissection/3D imaging labs.
• CRBA (Center for Applied Biomedical Research): An interdepartmental hub for translational research and molecular diagnostics.
• Biomedical and Neurological Science Labs: Dedicated units for studying neurodegenerative diseases and brain mapping.
• "Polo Murri" Library: A massive specialized medical library with 24/7 digital access to global research databases.
• Medical Informatics Hub: Facilities dedicated to the study of digital health, AI in diagnostics, and telemedicine.
• Cardiology Labs: State-of-the-art facilities recently renovated for 1st and 2nd-year practical training.
• Student Administration (Segreteria Studenti): Located in the heart of the medical district for easy access to career and internship services.
• CUSB Sports Facilities: Includes access to Olympic pools, gyms, and sports clubs across the city of Bologna.

The Bologna campus is anchored by some of the most advanced teaching hospitals in Europe:

• IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna (Sant'Orsola-Malpighi): One of the largest hospitals in Italy and a national leader in almost every medical specialty.
• Ospedale Maggiore: A major secondary site for clinical rotations, especially in emergency medicine and trauma.
• IOR - Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli: A world-renowned IRCCS (Institute for Research and Care) and a global leader in Orthopedics and Bone Pathology.
• ISNB - Istituto delle Scienze Neurologiche: A specialized center for neurology and neurosurgery rotations.
• Bellaria Hospital: Focuses on neurology and pulmonary sciences.

As a public university, UNIBO uses a "Right to Study" model where fees are predominantly based on family income (ISEE).

Scholarship

• ER.GO Scholarships: Needs-based grants that can provide full tuition waivers, free meals, and annual stipends up to €6,500.
• Unibo Action 1 & 2: Merit-based awards for international students (SAT/GRE/IMAT scores used for ranking).
• International Talents @Unibo: New initiative offering significant grants for high-achieving non-EU students.
• 150-Hour Collaboration: Students can earn extra income by working part-time in university libraries or offices.

• The Vibe: Known as "La Dotta" (The Learned), Bologna is a UNESCO City of Music and a world-renowned culinary hub. It is famous for its nearly 40km of medieval porticos.
• Connectivity:
• Train: Italy’s most important rail hub; Tel Aviv-style high-speed links to Milan (1h), Florence (35m), and Rome (2h).
• Air: Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) is a major international gateway.
• Safety: High. It is a bustling, safe metropolitan area with a very high quality of life.

• Accommodation: Provided via ER.GO residences (like the Galvani or Morgagni residences) and a very active (though competitive) private rental market.
• Dining: Numerous MENSA (university canteens) around the hospital and campus offer full Italian meals at very low student prices.
• Vibe: Intellectual, vibrant, and intense. Bologna is the quintessential "University City," where student life defines the culture, nightlife, and social fabric.

• Intakes: September/October (Annual intake only).
• Application Step: Non-EU students must complete pre-enrollment on the Universitaly portal by the summer deadline.
• Global Ranking: Consistently ranked as the #1 or #2 medical school in Italy by Censis and other international rankings.