Program Overview

Introduction to the Master's Program in Aging Medicine

The Master's program in Aging Medicine, also known as Medicina dell'invecchiamento, is a first-level master's program offered by the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery at the University of Rome "Tor Vergata". The program lasts 15 months and is worth 60 credits.

Program Details

• Duration: 15 months
• Credits: 60
• Language: The program is taught in Italian.
• Mode of Delivery: The program is delivered in-person.

Program Coordinator

The program coordinator is Prof. Stefano Rizza.

Program Code and Start Date

• Program Code: PXM
• Start Date: April 28

Program Objectives

The objective of the master's program is to provide specialized training in the field of aging medicine to professionals who work with elderly patients but do not have a specialization in geriatrics. The program aims to offer diagnostic and management capabilities for multidisciplinary patient care, in line with those provided in universities in advanced countries.

Admission Requirements

• The program is open to those who have a three-year degree in a health-related field.
• International students residing in Italy with a valid residence permit for work or study are eligible to apply.
• The enrollment of international students residing abroad is regulated by current laws.
• Foreign degrees must be accompanied by a CIMEA certificate.
• The admission title must be possessed at the time of enrollment, before the start of the training activities.
• Auditors are allowed to attend the program.

Program Structure

The program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of aging medicine, with a focus on diagnostic and management capabilities for multidisciplinary patient care.

Additional Information

For didactic information, interested parties can contact the program's didactic secretariat. For administrative information, please consult the Master's and Advanced Courses secretariat page. The call for applications for the current academic year is available in the dedicated section.