Università degli Studi di Parma Piacenza Facoltà di Medicina e Chirurgia
Piacenza -
Italy
Abroad
General Information
The University of Parma (UniPR), founded in 962 AD, is one of the oldest universities in the world. While its main administrative heart remains in Parma, the university launched a groundbreaking Medicine & Surgery course entirely in English in 2021, hosted in the neighboring city of Piacenza. This program is designed as an "International Medical School," offering a highly personalized teaching environment within a hospital system (the Guglielmo da Saliceto Hospital) that is uniquely dedicated to this new degree. The campus is housed in the stunning, historic Collegio Alberoni, providing a tranquil yet high-tech atmosphere for medical training.
General Info
- Established: University founded in 962 AD; the Piacenza English track launched in 2021.
- Primary Location: > Via Emilia Parmense 77, 29122 Piacenza (Collegio Alberoni) and Via San Bartolomeo 40 (Morigi College).
- Academic Tracks:
- Medicine and Surgery (6 years): Taught in English (International MD Program, Piacenza).
- Medicine and Surgery (6 years): Taught in Italian (LM-41, Parma).
- Admission Process:
- English Track: Entry is based on the IMAT (International Medical Admissions Test). Seat quotas for 2025/26 were 75 for EU and 45 for non-EU abroad.
- Italian Track: Adopts the "Open Semester" (Semestre Filtro) model. Entry is broad for the first semester; permanent seats are awarded via a merit ranking of exams in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology taken in the first term.
- Instruction: English (Piacenza track). Students must acquire B1/B2 Italian by the end of the second year to prepare for hospital rotations in the third year.
- Research Focus: Molecular Medicine, Genetics, Epidemiology, and International Health Systems.
Campus Facilities
The Piacenza pole is a boutique medical campus set in a historic cultural monument.
- Collegio Alberoni (Piacenza): The main hub for the English track, a world-famous 18th-century complex that includes a scientific observatory, library, and museum.
- Morigi College (Via San Bartolomeo): A secondary hub for foundational science lectures and student facilities (canteen/café).
- Advanced Simulation Center: A modern facility for practicing clinical skills, robotic surgery, and emergency response.
- Scientific Observatory: Part of the Collegio Alberoni, symbolizing the school's deep integration of natural sciences and medicine.
- Biomedical Library: Students have access to the extensive UniPR digital network (PubMed, Scopus) and the historic collection of the Alberoni library.
- Human Anatomy & Organogenesis Lab: Utilizes modern 3D visualization and traditional morphology studies.
- University Language Center (CLA): Offers free Italian language courses tailored for medical students.
- Piacenza Welcome Point: Specialized administrative office assisting international students with residency permits (Permesso di Soggiorno).
- Bicocca Sports Center (Parma): While lectures are in Piacenza, students retain full access to the University of Parma's extensive athletic facilities.
- Digital Health Hub: Focused on health economics and management, integrated into the 4th-year curriculum.
Hospital & Medical Facilities
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Clinical training is primarily concentrated at the Ospedale Guglielmo da Saliceto in Piacenza:
- The Dedicated Hospital: Unlike larger cities where medical students compete for space, the Piacenza hospital system is specifically focused on the English track, ensuring high patient-to-student ratios.
- Internal Medicine & Surgery: Core rotations (Year 4-6) take place in the main Piacenza wards.
- Pediatrics & Obstetrics: Specialized rotations are conducted within the Piacenza health network.
Fee Structure
State University Affordability
Piacenza is an affordable city, and UniPR offers a very fair public university fee structure.
Scholarship
- ER.GO Grants: Regional scholarships providing full tuition waivers, free meals, and cash stipends (up to €7,000+ per year).
- Housing Assistance: ER.GO provides accommodation in student residences or rent subsidies for private apartments.
- Merit Incentives: Fee reductions for students who complete a set number of credits (CFUs) by specific annual deadlines.
- Erasmus+ & Overworld: Funding for clinical rotations and study abroad in EU and non-EU partner institutions.
City Details
- The Vibe: Piacenza is a historic "City of Art" on the banks of the River Po. It is walkable, safe, and significantly less crowded than nearby Milan.
- Connectivity:
- Train: A major hub on the Milan-Bologna line. Milan (40 mins), Parma (30 mins).
- Bicycles: The most popular way to get around the flat, historic center.
- Safety: Exceptionally high.
Hostel & Mess
- Accommodation: While UniPR does not have direct dorms in Piacenza, students use ER.GO residences or the private market (Viale Dante area is popular).
- Dining: The Morigi College Canteen offers full meals (approx. €7.20 or free with scholarship).
- Vibe: Quiet, focused, and safe. Piacenza is an "authentic" Italian city, 40-50 minutes from Milan but with a much slower, student-friendly pace.
Miscellaneous
- Intakes: September/October.
- Attendance: Mandatory (66% minimum for lectures).
- Degree Status: "Abilitante" (Qualified), allowing immediate practice in the EU.
- Course Code: LM-41.
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Facilities & Campus Life
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus
Frequently Asked Questions
Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.
The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.
The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.
Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.
While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.
Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.
Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.
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Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.
Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.
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