Program Overview
Medicine and Surgery Program
Overview
The Medicine and Surgery program is a six-year, single-cycle master's degree that aims to form medical professionals capable of operating in various clinical, sanitary, and biomedical fields, with a focus on international contexts. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in medicine, emphasizing the promotion of health, preventive medicine, and global health.
Program Details
- Class: LM-41 R - Medicine and Surgery
- Duration: 6 years
- Location: Venice
- Language: English
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Reference Structures: Department of Medicine - DIMED, School of Medicine and Surgery
Objectives
The program aims to form medical professionals with an holistic vision of the individual, attentive to health promotion, preventive medicine, and global health. The use of English as the language of instruction enables students to interact with patients of various nationalities, utilize informative tools, and participate in international conferences and research activities.
Curriculum
The program is structured into six years, with a total of 360 university credits. The first year focuses on basic knowledge of biochemistry, medical physics, and tissue and molecular organization of organs. The second year integrates anatomy and physiology, introducing students to immunology, infections, and neurology. The third year covers medical semeiotics, principles of diseases, pharmacology, and clinical diagnostics. The fourth and fifth years focus on acquiring clinical skills, while the sixth year is dedicated to clinical reasoning and the application of knowledge and scientific methods to clinical cases.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Medicine and Surgery program can pursue careers in:
- Public and private clinics
- Hospitals and specialized centers
- Universities and research centers
- National and international health organizations
Admission Requirements
The program is open to Italian and international students who wish to acquire a medical-chirurgical education with an international perspective. Admission requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, and passing an entrance exam.
Research Areas
The program covers various research areas, including:
- Biochemistry
- Medical physics
- Anatomy and physiology
- Immunology and infections
- Neurology and neurosurgery
- Pharmacology and toxicology
- Clinical diagnostics and therapeutics
Final Thesis
The final thesis is an important part of the program, allowing students to develop original research skills and apply the knowledge and methods acquired during the program.