Università degli Studi di Bari 'Aldo Moro' Facoltà di Medicina e Chirurgia

The medical faculty is primarily housed within the Policlinico di Bari campus, creating a seamless environment between the classroom and the ward.

• "G. De Benedictis" Aula Magna: The historic heart of the medical school used for major academic ceremonies and guest lectures.
• BEMC Teaching Hub: Dedicated multimedia classrooms specifically for the English-language track to facilitate small-group learning.
• Medical Simulation Center: State-of-the-art facility featuring mid-to-high fidelity manikins for practicing surgical and emergency skills.
• Institute of Pathological Anatomy: A leading center for diagnostic research and student laboratory work.
• Biomedical Library: Provides 24/7 access to major scientific databases like PubMed and Scopus.
• "Asclepios" Emergency Block: A high-tech pavilion where students witness acute care and advanced emergency interventions.
• Digital Anatomy Suite: Utilizes virtual dissection tables to supplement traditional morphological studies.
• Bioinformatics & Genomics Lab: Focused on the application of "Big Data" in clinical diagnostics.
• International Student Office: Provides dedicated administrative support for foreign students regarding residency permits.
• University Sports Center (CUS Bari): Located on the seafront, offering swimming pools, tennis courts, and athletics.

Clinical training is centered at the Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Consorziale Policlinico di Bari:

• Policlinico di Bari: A sprawling complex of over 30 pavilions with roughly 1,000 beds, serving as the primary teaching hospital.
• Giovanni XXIII Pediatric Hospital: A specialized pediatric center integrated into the university hospital network.
• Network for Excellence: Collaboration with international institutions like Harvard Medical School and Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität for research and mobility.

As a public university, fees are regulated by a progressive system based on family economic status.

Scholarship

• ADISU Puglia Grants: Needs-based scholarships providing full tuition waivers, free meals, and cash stipends of up to €7,000+.
• Global Thesis Project: Grants for students who choose to complete their final graduation thesis at an international research center.
• International Excellence Scholarships: Specific annual calls for talented international students enrolling in the BEMC program.
• Erasmus+ & Free Movers: Extensive funding for clinical rotations or study periods abroad (up to 24 months).

• The Vibe: A sunny coastal city known for its seaside promenade and historic architecture. It offers a relaxed yet energetic student lifestyle.
• Connectivity:
• Train/Bus: The Policlinico is within walking distance of the central train station.
• Airport: Bari International Airport (BRI) is well-connected by train and shuttle.
• Safety: Bari is generally safe, with the university area being active and well-populated throughout the day.

• Accommodation: Managed through ADISU residences (e.g., Fraccacreta) and a very active private rental market in the "Picone" district near the hospital.
• Dining: Multiple Mensa (canteens) serve the campus, offering high-quality Mediterranean meals at subsidized rates.
• Vibe: Dynamic and authentically Mediterranean. Bari is a vibrant port city where students are deeply integrated into the city's social fabric.

• Intakes: September/October.
• Pre-enrollment: Mandatory via Universitaly for non-EU students.
• Attendance Policy: Generally requires 67% to 75% attendance for lectures and clerkships.
• Degree Status: The MD degree is "abilitante," conferring the immediate right to practice medicine in the EU upon graduation.