Considered by many ones of the most beautiful countries in the world, Italy remains one of the most loved destinations for tourists and students alike. Some love the breathtaking views: from the historic beauty of Rome to the Shakespearian charm of Verona, from the timeless walks in Florence to the relaxing nights at Cinque Terre. Some love the food and the great coffee. Some love the rich history and architecture. Most love the concept of la dolce vita or dolce far niente.

The Italian regions are still very different in terms of tradition, culture, and overall atmosphere. This is a huge factor in diversity and multiculturalism. In the last decade, transportation has been improved, most of the regions are accessible by plane, bus, or train. Italy will be a surprise at every step of the way, one will be able to discover local traditions, local accents, and regionally used words. Locals will introduce tourists in their vast culinary traditions, their festivals, and events or in the historic heart of monuments and sites.

All these reasons are not just motives for booking a trip or a holiday somewhere in the country, but also great reasons to move and study in Italy. For young people ready to combine great academic opportunities with the true Italian lifestyle, Italy is the perfect destination to study abroad. Enjoy a world-class education from prestigious institutions such as Sapienza University of Rome, University of Bologna, Politecnico di Milano, University of Turin, or The European School of Economics which offer a variety of programs and innovative classes. Studying in Italy might be cheaper than studying in France, the UK or Germany, in terms of tuition (approx 1000/year) and overall expenses (around 1000/month), so this could be an important reason to consider for students who are still figuring out their academic destination.

As the international language remains English, Italy has been able to adapt to this trend. There are a lot of degrees taught in English, including Medicine, International Relations, Architecture or Fashion Design. Most of the universities offer Italian courses as part of their curriculum, which makes it easier for future students to adapt and learn the language.

Apart from the great academic offer, Italy offers way more than this, a unique experience for every student, regardless of their passion. If one is fascinated by culture and architecture, they can enjoy a good cup of coffee and study for their exam in front of the stunning Milan Cathedral or near Fontana Di Trevi. Art is present not only in the well-known museums but also at every street corner, as street artists and performers are popular in most of the Italian cities. If the party scene is one of the most needed parts of university nights, Italian cities have a great party culture, from clubbing to outdoor discos and festivals.

Even if it is not yet regarded as one of the top destinations for university abroad, Italy has a huge potential, not only from an academic perspective but also because it can offer a complete student experience. From making unforgettable memories with the new friends you have made to great traveling experiences, great food, and good music, Italy has everything one can need and an extra component of the traditional: la vita e bella!

MEDICAL SCHOOLS IN ITALY

There has been a constant improvement in the medical universities in Italy, with high-level education being provided, as well as a more and more international environment, with students coming from all over the world. The international student body has created a great environment for students to come together and share their experiences and has facilitated a multicultural space.

There are currently 13 public universities that have medical programs in English (with one of them, University of Siena having only a program in Dentistry). There are also 4 private schools that teach classes in English. If it were for the medical schools to be divided into regions, the categorization would look like this:

• Region of Lombardy: 3 public schools (Pavia, Milan, Bergamo) and 2 private schools (both of them in Milan)
• Region of Lazio: 2 public schools (both of them in Rome) and the private schools (both of them in Rome also)
• Region of Campania: 2 public schools (both of them located in Naples)
• Region of Piedmont: 1 public school (located in Turin)
• Region of Apulia: 1 public school (located in Bari)
• Region of Emilia Romagna: 1 public school (located in Bologna)
• Region of Veneto: 1 public school (located in Padova)
• Region of Sicily: 1 public school (located in Messina)
• Region of Tuscany: 1 public school, only specialized in Dentistry (located in Siena)

University	Region	EU seats	International seats (non-EU seats)
University of Pavia	Lombardia	70	40
University of Milan	Lombardia	34	16
Federico II University of Naples	Campanie	15	10
The University of Milan-Bicocca	Bergamo	22	13
University of Turin	Piemont	70	31
Bari Aldo Moro University	Apulia	42	8
University of Bologna	Emilia Romagna	75	15
University of Rome: La Sapienza	Lazio	38	10
University of Rome Tor Vergata	Lazio	25	10
Luigi Vanvitelli University	Campanie	40	40
University of Padova	Veneto	54	9
University of Messina	Sicily	30	30
University of Siena (Dentistry)	Tuscany	28	12
Cattolica University	Lazio	20	30
The University of San Raffaele	Lombardia	17	25
Humanitas University	Lombardia	130	50
Uni Camillius	Lazio	80	65

Eligibility for MBBS in Italy

For getting admitted to colleges for MBBS in Italy, you need to score a minimum of 50% in physics, chemistry, and biology and NEET score not less than 50%. Since the courses for MBBS in Italy are taught in English, you will have to appear for IELTS or TOEFL in order to prove your fluency in the English language.

MBBS in Italy: Documents Required

The documents required for applying for an MBBS in Italy are listed below as a checklist for your reference. 

• Birth Certificate
• 10th Marksheet
• 12th Marksheet
• Photocopy of Invitation Letter
• 5 passport size photographs
• Photocopy of Passport
• Report of COVID test
• Bank receipt
• Statement of Purpose (has to be attested by a governing body)

Types of Visas

There are two types of visa to study MBBS in Italy. They are mentioned below.

• Type C Visa – This is a short term visa which is for a period of 90 days
• Type D Visa – This is a long term visa which is valid for a period of more than 90 days

MBBS in Italy: Cost of Living

Cost of studying in Italy for medical students will be economical as compared to other study abroad destinations. Tabulated below is an estimate of your expenditure of living in Italy- 

Categories	Cost in USD	Cost in INR
Accommodation	857-1000	60-70,000
Transport	28-42	2000-3000
Food	142-285	10,000-20,000

MBBS in Italy: Top Medical Universities 

University Name	Fees in INR	MCI Status
University of Studies, Udine	INR 7- 8 lakhs	Approved
University of Pisa	INR 4 – 5 lakhs	Approved
University of Turin	INR 5 – 6 lakhs	Approved
University Di Firenze	INR 4 – 6 lakhs	Approved
Humanities University	INR 4 – 6 lakhs	Approved

Accreditation and Recognition 

The above mentioned medical universities in Italy are recognised by a number of governing bodies that it certified medical institutions. Mentioned below are some of the renowned ones- 

• Ministry of Education, Italy 
• National Medical Commission 
• Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates 
• World Federation for Medical Education
• World Health Organisation
• FAIMER 

There are various options to pursue MBBS from abroad apart from MBBS in Italy. Such options include:

• MBBS in Australia
• MBBS in Russia
• MBBS in Ukraine
• MBBS in Canada
• MBBS in the Philippines
• MBBS in Georgia
• MBBS in the Caribbean
• MBBS in Germany
• MBBS in China
• MBBS in Kyrgyzstan
• MBBS in Nepal
• MBBS in Belarus