Link Campus Rome
Medicine & Surgery (MD in English) • Casale San Pio V Campus
Study Medicine in the historic heart of Rome at the Casale San Pio V park campus. Featuring modern high-tech simulation centers, small-group clinical tutorials, and strong hospital affiliations throughout central Italy.
Historic Roman Campus
Casale San Pio V
Rome, Italy · Advanced Medical Simulation
Degree Awarded
MD (EU Accredited)
Class Dynamics
Small Group Cohorts
Attendance Rule
75% Mandatory Minimum
Annual Tuition
€18,000 – €20,000 / yr
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Degree
Medicine & Surgery (MD)
Campus
Casale San Pio V (Rome)
Exam
60 Qs Computer-Based
Duration
6 Years (360 ECTS)
Attendance
75% Required
Tuition
€18,000 – €20,000 / yr
Admission Test Blueprint
60 Questions in 90 Minutes
The test evaluates fundamental competence across Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and Logical Reasoning.
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75% Mandatory Attendance
Italian medical regulations mandate at least 75% physical attendance in all lectures, practical laboratory sessions, and clinical ward clerkships to maintain examination eligibility.
60-Question Subject Breakdown
Cellular biology, genetics, human organ systems, histology, molecular physiology, and metabolic pathways.
Atomic structure, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, solutions, organic functional groups, biomolecules.
Critical thinking, deductive logic, data interpretation, text analysis, and analytical problem solving.
Mechanics, thermodynamics, electrodynamics, optics, algebra, trigonometry, and probability.
Full 6-Year Medical Degree Syllabus
Structured into preclinical science foundations and progressive clinical hospital clerkships throughout Rome and Lazio.
Year 1: Molecular & Biological Fundamentals
Preclinical Sciences, Biophysics, Anatomy & Cellular Biology
Medical Physics & Computer Science
Radiation biophysics, bioelectricity, optical instrumentation, fluid mechanics, and biomedical informatics.
General & Organic Chemistry
Chemical equilibria, organic functional groups, reaction mechanisms, biomolecular structures.
Medical Biochemistry & Molecular Dynamics
Enzyme kinetics, bioenergetics, cellular metabolic pathways, lipid and carbohydrate metabolism.
Cellular Biology & Genetics
Membrane transport, intracellular signaling, cell cycle regulation, apoptosis, Mendelian genetics.
Human Gross Anatomy I (Locomotor & Thoracic)
Musculoskeletal anatomy, heart, mediastinum, respiratory tract, vessels, nerves, clinical correlates.
Histology, Cytology & Human Embryology
Microscopic tissue structure, stem cell biology, early embryonic germ layer specialization, organogenesis.
Medical Bioethics, Humanities & First Aid
Deontological ethics, doctor-patient relationship, CPR certification, simulation suites.
Clinical Clerkship Focus: Basic Nursing & First Aid Skills Lab at Casale San Pio V Simulation Suites.
Year 2: Physiology, Pathophysiology & Diagnostic Basis
Systemic Physiology, Pathology, Immunology & Microbiology
Human Gross Anatomy II (Neuroanatomy & Viscera)
Cranial nerves, central nervous system pathways, digestive, urogenital, and endocrine structural morphology.
Systemic Human Physiology I & II
Cardiac electrophysiology, pulmonary mechanics, renal regulation, gastrointestinal motility, neurophysiology, endocrine axes.
General Pathology & Pathophysiology
Cellular injury, inflammation, tissue repair, hemodynamic disorders, shock, thrombosis, molecular oncology.
Immunology & Immunopathology
Innate and adaptive immunity, lymphocyte activation, hypersensitivity, autoimmune pathologies, immunodeficiencies.
Medical Microbiology & Virology
Bacterial virulence factors, antimicrobial resistance, viral replication strategies, mycoses, clinical parasitology.
Medical Genetics & Biostatistics
Chromosomal disorders, statistical methods in epidemiology, clinical study design, and bioinformatics.
Clinical Semeiotics Simulation Workshop
Hands-on physical examination techniques, vital signs, chest auscultation, abdominal palpation, and medical history taking.
Clinical Clerkship Focus: Clinical Semeiotics Simulation & Bedside Examination Workshops in Roman partner hospitals.
Year 3: Pathology, Pharmacology & Hospital Clerkships
Systemic Pathology, Clinical Pharmacology & Inpatient Wards
Systemic Anatomic Pathology
Histopathological diagnosis of cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, hepatic, renal, and skin diseases; biopsy interpretation.
General & Clinical Pharmacology
Pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, autonomic pharmacology, cardiovascular agents, chemotherapy, toxicology, personalized medicine.
Medical & Surgical Semeiotics (Methodology)
Clinical diagnostic reasoning, differential diagnosis formulation, symptom analysis, and bedside presentation.
Laboratory Medicine & Molecular Diagnostics
Clinical hematology, biochemical biomarkers, coagulation profiling, urinalysis, and point-of-care testing technologies.
Cardiovascular System Diseases
Coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valvular disorders, hypertension, interventional catheterization.
Respiratory System Diseases
COPD, asthma, interstitial lung diseases, pulmonary embolism, pneumonia, thoracic oncology, and non-invasive ventilation.
Inpatient Bedside Clinical Clerkships
Daily ward rounds in Internal Medicine and General Surgery, patient case management, and morning clinical meetings.
Clinical Clerkship Focus: Bedside Clerkships at Roman and regional partner hospital networks.
Year 4: Specialized Medical & Surgical Disciplines
Organ-System Subspecialties & Multidisciplinary Oncology
Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy
GI bleeding, inflammatory bowel disease, viral hepatitis, cirrhosis, pancreatitis, diagnostic and interventional endoscopy.
Endocrinology, Diabetology & Metabolism
Thyroid pathology, pituitary disorders, adrenal insufficiency, diabetes management, metabolic bone diseases.
Nephrology, Dialysis & Urology
Acute and chronic renal failure, glomerulonephritis, hemodialysis and transplantation, urological cancers, and lithiasis.
Rheumatology & Autoimmune Disorders
Rheumatoid arthritis, SLE, systemic sclerosis, spondyloarthropathies, vasculitides, and biological targeted therapies.
Hematology & Transfusion Medicine
Leukemias, lymphomas, myeloma, hemolytic anemias, bone marrow transplantation, and hemotherapy protocols.
Medical Oncology & Cancer Immunotherapy
Oncogenesis, molecular tumor profiling, immune checkpoint inhibitors, chemotherapy regimens, palliative care.
Diagnostic Imaging & Interventional Radiology
X-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI, PET-CT protocols, interventional vascular and oncological radiological procedures.
Subspecialty Outpatient & Inpatient Rotations
Rotations across specialized clinical units, endoscopy suites, and multidisciplinary tumor boards.
Clinical Clerkship Focus: Outpatient Specialty Clinics, Inpatient Diagnostics & Endoscopy Rotations.
Year 5: Neuroscience, Sensory Organs & Maternal-Child Health
Clinical Neurosciences, Head & Neck, Musculoskeletal & Pediatrics
Neurology & Clinical Neurophysiology
Stroke units, epilepsy, neurodegenerative diseases, multiple sclerosis, peripheral neuropathies, neurocritical care.
Neurosurgery & Minimally Invasive Approaches
Intracranial neoplasms, aneurysms, neurotrauma, spine surgery, robotic and endoscopic neurosurgery.
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
Depressive and bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, psychopharmacology, emergency psychiatry.
Orthopedics, Traumatology & Sports Medicine
Fracture management, joint reconstruction (hip, knee), spine surgery, arthroscopy, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences
Refractive surgery, cataract, glaucoma, retinal diseases, ocular emergencies, and neuro-ophthalmology.
Otorhinolaryngology & Head-Neck Surgery
ENT oncology, otology, audiology, rhinology, airway management, and reconstructive head and neck surgery.
Dermatology, Venereology & Plastic Surgery
Inflammatory skin disorders, melanoma, cutaneous surgery, aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery.
Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Medicine
High-risk pregnancy, labor management, gynecological oncology, minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, IVF.
Pediatrics, Neonatology & Pediatric Specialties
Neonatal intensive care, growth disorders, pediatric infections, pediatric emergency triage, congenital diseases.
Surgical Theater & Maternity Traineeships
Scrubbed-in surgical training, labor ward assistance, and pediatric emergency clerkships.
Clinical Clerkship Focus: Operating Room Surgical Clerkships, Labor Ward & Pediatric Inpatient Units.
Year 6: Critical Care, Evaluative Traineeship (TPV) & MD Thesis
Emergency Medicine, Official Licensing Internship & Degree Defense
Emergency Medicine & Acute Trauma Care
Shock management, mass casualty triage, ACLS protocols, trauma resuscitation, emergency point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS).
Intensive Care, Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine
Invasive monitoring, ventilator management, perioperative care, regional/general anesthesia, palliative analgesia.
Clinical Toxicology & Poisoning Emergencies
Acute drug intoxications, biological toxins, industrial poisonings, antidotal treatments, and dialysis detoxification.
Forensic Medicine, Deontology & Healthcare Law
Medical liability, ethics in intensive care, patient consent, autopsy findings, and professional jurisprudence.
Public Health, Hygiene & Global Health Systems
Hospital infection control, epidemiology, health economics, preventative medicine, and global health policy.
Practical Evaluative Traineeship (TPV Internal Medicine)
Official licensing clinical rotation in Internal Medicine inpatient units.
Practical Evaluative Traineeship (TPV General Surgery)
Official licensing clinical rotation in General Surgery operating and ward units.
Practical Evaluative Traineeship (TPV General Practice)
Official licensing clinical rotation with accredited primary care physicians.
Experimental Research MD Thesis Defense
Independent scientific thesis based on laboratory or clinical investigation defended before the university degree commission.
Clinical Clerkship Focus: Full-Time Practical Sub-Internships in Emergency Department & Specialty Clinics.
8-Step Application & Visa Roadmap
Essential steps to successfully matriculate at Link Campus University Rome.
Verify 12-Year Secondary Education
Ensure you hold a secondary school diploma obtained after 12 years of formal schooling with coursework in scientific subjects.
Register on Link Campus Admissions Portal
Create an applicant account on the official Link Campus portal (unilink.it), input biographical data, and pay the test fee.
Sit the Computer-Based Admission Test
Take the 60-question CBT exam (90 minutes) testing Biology, Chemistry, Physics & Mathematics, and Logical Reasoning.
Merit Ranking Publication & Seat Reservation
Successful candidates are ranked according to exam score. Admitted students must pay the seat reservation installment to confirm enrollment.
Non-EU Visa & Universitaly Application
Non-EU students submit their Universitaly pre-enrollment application, selecting Link Campus University Rome.
Obtain Document Legalization (CIMEA or DOV)
Obtain the CIMEA Statement of Comparability & Verification or the consular Declaration of Value for your high school diploma.
Student Visa & Arrival in Rome
Receive your Italian Type D Student Visa, travel to Rome, and apply for your Permesso di Soggiorno.
Campus Matriculation & Onboarding
Complete document verification at the historic Casale San Pio V campus in Rome and attend orientation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Key questions regarding Link Campus admissions, teaching format, and degree recognition.
Where is the Link Campus medical facility located?
Theoretical lectures and simulation laboratories are held at the historic Casale San Pio V campus in Rome, situated in a scenic private park near Vatican City.
Is the MD degree recognized across the European Union?
Yes. The single-cycle MD program is accredited under Italian Ministry of University and Research (MUR) regulations and European Directive 2005/36/EC, granting automatic practice rights across the EU/EEA.
What is the 75% mandatory attendance policy?
Italian medical education regulations strictly mandate at least 75% physical attendance in all lectures, lab practicals, and hospital clerkships. Failure to maintain attendance prevents students from taking semester exams.
Are clinical clerkships conducted in English or Italian?
Clinical lectures and case discussions are conducted in English, but direct patient dialogue during hospital rotations occurs in Italian. The university provides language training during Years 1 and 2.
What is the tuition fee structure?
Tuition is approximately €18,000 to €20,000 per academic year, payable in installments across the academic year.
Where do students complete clinical hospital rotations?
Clinical clerkships occur across accredited hospital networks and healthcare institutes in the Lazio and Marche regions, offering varied patient pathology and small-group clinical mentoring.
What is the exam format and scoring?
The test consists of 60 multiple-choice questions in 90 minutes (+1.0 correct, -0.25 incorrect, 0 blank) covering Biology (20 Qs), Chemistry (15 Qs), Logic (15 Qs), and Physics & Math (10 Qs).
Can non-EU graduates enter medical residency abroad?
Yes. Link Campus MD graduates are eligible for Italian SSM residency, US USMLE / ECFMG certification, and UK General Medical Council (GMC) registration.
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