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UNICA Rectoral Decree • Medicine & Surgery in English (Classe LM-41 Monserrato)

University of Cagliari IMAT 2026/27 Official Call for Applications (Bando) Guide

Complete article-by-article legal breakdown of Rector Francesco Mola's decree for the English-taught Medicine and Surgery degree (Classe LM-41): quotas (80 EU + 16 Non-EU + 2 Marco Polo), mandatory 90-minute prior convocation at Cittadella Universitaria di Monserrato, 27-point OFA threshold in Biology/Chemistry/Physics, December 30 foreign diploma cutoff, subsequent year transfers, and Esse3 matriculation.

Universitaly Deadline09 Sep 2026 (15:00 CEST)

EU & Equivalent Quota80 Places (National)

Non-EU + Marco Polo16 + 2 Places (Local)

Arrival Convocation12:00 (90 min before)

1. Executive Overview & Legal Framework (Articles 1 & 20)

The competitive public examination for admission to the Single-Cycle Master's Degree in Medicine and Surgery taught in English (Classe LM-41) at the University of Cagliari for the Academic Year 2026/2027 is promulgated under the authority of Rector Prof. Francesco Mola. The decree incorporates all regulatory provisions governing nationally restricted medical degree courses:

Foundational Legislation

Law No. 241/1990: Administrative transparency and public document access rights.
Law No. 341/1990 (Art. 9): Regulations governing university teaching architecture.
Law No. 264/1999 (Art. 1 c.1 & Art. 4): National programmed access to medicine and healthcare faculties.
Law No. 104/1992 & Law No. 17/1999: Protection and compensatory measures for disabled candidates.
Law No. 170/2010 (Art. 5 c.4): Specific provisions for candidates diagnosed with Specific Learning Disorders (SLD/DSA).

Ministerial & Autonomy Directives

Legislative Decree No. 286/1998 (Art. 39 c.5) mod. Law 189/2002: Immigration consolidated act and residency quotas.
Ministerial Decree No. 270/2004: Autonomy of academic curricula.
Ministerial Decree No. 1005 (06 August 2026): Definition of national IMAT exam modalities, syllabus (Allegato A), and international test centers.
UNICA University Statute & Didactic Regulations: Approved by Rectoral Decree No. 339 of 27.03.2012.

Legal Prevalence: The call for applications is officially written and deposited in Italian. In any administrative dispute, the original Italian version posted on the Official University Notice Board (Albo on-line di Ateneo) shall exclusively prevail.

2. Quotas, Seat Distribution & Equivalency Categories (Art. 2 & 3)

EU & Resident QuotaArt. 2

80Places (National)

Reserved for Italian citizens, European Union citizens wherever resident, and non-EU citizens legally residing in Italy (Art. 39 c.5 D.Lgs 286/98). Evaluated exclusively through the Single National Merit Ranking List.

Non-EU Resident AbroadVisa Applicants

16Places (Local Ranking)

Reserved for international non-EU candidates residing abroad who require an Italian study visa. Governed exclusively by the Cagliari Local Merit Ranking List.

Marco Polo ProjectChinese Citizens

2Reserved Seats

Specifically reserved for Chinese nationals participating in the official bilateral "Marco Polo" governmental academic exchange framework.

Statutory Equivalency to EU Citizens (Art. 3):Full equivalency is accorded to citizens of Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, and San Marino; non-EU citizens holding long-term EU residence permits, work/family/asylum permits; holders of Article 50 TEU (EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement) cards; and holders of high school diplomas from Italian schools abroad.

3. Universitaly Registration & First Choice Determination (Art. 4)

Registration for the admission examination must be completed exclusively online through the national Universitaly portal (www.universitaly.it):

Mandatory Registration Dates

• Portal active from 26 August 2026 until 09 September 2026 at 15:00 CEST sharp.

• Candidates enter personal details, valid ID information, and tax code (Codice Fiscale if available).

• Payment of the exam participation fee must be executed following Universitaly instructions before the peremptory deadline.

Irrevocability of First Choice & Test Location

• Candidates taking the test in Italy must sit the exam at the university indicated as their first preference.

• Expressed preferences and test location become definitive, irrevocable, and non-editable after September 9 at 15:00.

• Candidates taking the test abroad sit the exam at the designated international test center declared on Universitaly.

4. Special Needs & SLD/DSA Accommodations via S.I.A. (Art. 5)

Pursuant to Law 104/1992 and Law 170/2010, candidates requiring compensatory aids or extended time must notify the University of Cagliari's S.I.A. (Servizi per l'Inclusione e l'Apprendimento):

Disabilities (Law 104/1992)

Additional time of up to 50% extra (maximum 50 additional minutes, total 150 minutes).
Eligible for specialized writing/reading aids, physical accessibility support, and reader assistants.

Diagnosed SLD / DSA (Law 170/2010)

Additional time equal to 30% extra (30 additional minutes, total 130 minutes).
Basic non-scientific calculator allowed only if expressly recommended in the medical diagnostic profile.

Documentation Submission by 09 September:Medical certifications must be uploaded during registration or transmitted directly to S.I.A. (tutoriasia@unica.it, Tel: 070.6756222). Foreign documents must be accompanied by sworn Italian translations.

5. Venue Logistics, 90-Minute Advance Convocation & Timetable (Art. 5 & 16)

Convocation Time12:00 Noon Sharp90 minutes before test start

Examination VenueMonserratoCittadella Universitaria

Test Running Time13:30 to 15:10100 minutes duration

Candidates taking the exam in Cagliari must report at 12:00 noon (exactly 90 minutes prior to the 13:30 start) to Cittadella Universitaria di Monserrato, S.S. 554 Bivio per Sestu – 09042 Monserrato (CA).

Mandatory Identity Documents:

Valid original photo ID or Passport (matching Universitaly registration).
Universitaly test registration confirmation receipt.
Non-EU citizens: copy of Italian residency permit or study entry visa.

Absolute Closing of Identification: No candidate will be admitted into the examination premises after identification concludes and question box unsealing begins.

6. Classroom Witness Protocol & Answer Bubbling Mechanics (Art. 5)

Random Selection of 4 Candidate Witnesses

Prior to opening test materials, the Classroom Head randomly selects four (4) candidate witnesses to personally inspect and confirm the integrity of sealed boxes containing the examination envelopes and barcode stickers.

Sealed Box Content:

• 50 sealed candidate envelopes prepared by CINECA.

• 60 pairs of matching barcode labels.

• Official integrity protocol signed by commission and the 4 witnesses.

Candidate Envelope Pack:

• Candidate Data Sheet (Scheda Anagrafica).

• Question Booklet + 2 draft sheets.

• OMR Answer Sheet (Modulo Risposte).

• Identification cover sheet with program details.

Black Pen & 1-Time Correction Rules

Black Pen Only

Candidates must write exclusively using the black ballpoint pen provided by the university commission.

Marking & 1 Correction

Mark choice with an X. Only one correction is permitted per question by blackening the cancelled box and marking X in the new box.

Omission Circle

To record a question as intentionally omitted (0 points), fill in the small circular bubble beside the question number.

Two Separate Drop-Off Boxes:

Candidates apply matching barcode stickers to the Data Sheet and Answer Sheet under their sole responsibility. The candidate deposits the signed Data Sheet into Box 1 and inserts the OMR Answer Sheet face down into Box 2 at the commission desk.

7. Immediate Disqualification & Annulment Causes (Art. 5)

Immediate Disqualification Grounds (Art. 5):

1.Sitting the test in a room other than the one officially assigned without written commission authorization.

2.Possession or use of mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, earphones, textbooks, notes, or blank sheets.

3.Signing or placing recognizing marks on the front or reverse of the OMR answer sheet.

4.Communicating with other candidates, exchanging items, or attempting to copy during the examination.

5.Handling personal pens or writing instruments during barcode label application and box drop-off.

8. Scoring Formula, Eligibility Thresholds & Tie-Breakers (Art. 6 & 8)

Correct Answer+1.5 Points

Wrong Answer-0.4 Points

Omitted Answer0.0 Points

Eligibility Passing Minimums:

• EU & Equivalent: Minimum 20.0 points out of 90. Candidates scoring below 20.0 are ineligible and excluded.

• Non-EU Abroad: Must score greater than 0 points (> 0) with at least one answered question.

Tie-Breaking Rules (Art. 8):

1. Subject Hierarchy:In case of equal total scores: Biology > Chemistry > Physics and Mathematics > Logical Reasoning > Reading Skills & Knowledge.

2. Language Certificate & Disability:Candidates holding declared English certificates (Allegato 3) or disability ≥66% prevail.

3. Youngest Candidate:If equality persists, the youngest candidate prevails.

9. OFA (Additional Educational Obligations) at 27 Points (Art. 5)

Crucial Cagliari Specific OFA Rule (Total Score < 27 Points):Admitted students who scored a total score lower than 27 points in the admission examination are officially assigned Additional Educational Obligations (OFA - Obblighi Formativi Aggiuntivi) in the subjects of Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

These remedial educational obligations must be satisfied within the first year of the degree course according to modal guidelines established by the Faculty of Medicine. Failure to clear OFA obligations prevents taking second-year examinations.

10. Rankings, 4-Day Enrollment Window & Dec 30 Foreign Diploma Deadline (Art. 9, 12 & 13)

ASSEGNATO Candidates (4-Day Rule)

Candidates assigned to Cagliari must complete matriculation strictly within 4 days (including ranking publication day, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays). Failing to register causes automatic forfeiture of admission.

PRENOTATO Candidates & 5-Day Interest Window

Booked candidates who wait for upper preferences must confirm interest on Universitaly no later than 12:00 noon on the fifth day after each scrolling.

Foreign Qualifications & CIMEA/DoV Deadlines (Art. 13 & 14):

All documentation relating to foreign secondary school qualifications (including Declaration of Value / CIMEA Statement of Comparability) must be submitted to the Student Secretariat by 30 December 2026.

In the event of consular visa delays, the absolute final cutoff is extended to 30 March 2027 under penalty of administrative cancellation.

11. Credit Recognition & Subsequent Year Admissions (Art. 15)

Admissions to years beyond the first following credit recognition and prerequisite evaluation are permitted strictly within the limits of vacancies available for each cohort year resulting from student withdrawals or outward transfers. No additional supernumerary places may be programmed pursuant to Law 264/1999.

Candidates from Italian or foreign universities must undergo curriculum evaluation. Transfer requests and credit evaluations are regulated by specific university calls published on the UNICA website.

12. Procedure Officer, Administrative Appeals & Secretariat Contacts (Art. 17 & 20)

Appeals Jurisdiction

• TAR (Regional Administrative Court): within 60 days of publication.

• Extraordinary Appeal to the President of the Republic: within 120 days.

Procedure Officer (Responsabile)

Responsabile del Procedimento: Roberto Marica

Segreteria Studenti Facoltà di Medicina e Chirurgia

Email: segrstudmedicina@unica.it

Phone: 070.6754668

Official University Services:

Medicine Secretariat:segrstudmedicina@unica.it

Inclusion & SIA:tutoriasia@unica.it

Online Student Portal:unica.esse3.cineca.it

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