Università degli Studi di Perugia

Degree course in Medicine and surgery [LM-41] D. M. 270/2004

General information

Qualification awarded

Master’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery

Level of qualification

Six-years single cycle

Specific admission requirements and specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning

To be admitted to the Master’s Degree Course in Medicine and Surgery, applicants must have a high school diploma or an equivalent diploma attained abroad and recognized. In addition, applicants must have an adequate basic preparation as specified in the regulations in force regarding admission to courses with a closed number at the national level. The number of students admitted to the course is specified by Law 264/99 and requires passing an admission examination. The number of students admitted to the first year of the course is set in relationship to the national program, based on the availability of teaching personnel, teaching facilities and clinical facilities that can be used for practical experiences, in conjunction with the recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Medical Training of the European Union.

Profile of the programme

The course prepares the student with the scientific basis and theoretical-practical preparation needed to exercise the medical profession according to the standards of the European Union schools of medicine.  In particular, all graduates should have received a preparation characterized by a holistic approach to health problems of both healthy and sick people, also with respect to the surrounding environment, which is adequate for practicing a high level of General Medicine. 

Qualification requirements and regulations

The 6-year course is divided into 12 semesters; the student must earn 360 credits, 60 of which are acquired in activities for developing specific professional skills that are divided into basic, specific, similar or supplementary activities, chosen by the student, professional activities and activities aimed at the final examination. The course includes 36 subjects, divided into modules, presented as lectures, laboratories, seminars and professional training. The student is required to attend at least 70% of all lectures and laboratories in the plan of study. The organizational and managerial aspects of the course are described in the teaching Regulation, available on the Faculty web site.

Key learning outcomes

The graduate must:

-     have demonstrated knowledge and understanding that allows him/her to professionally exercise the principal biochemical, pharmacological, surgical, social interventions and other types of actions in treating acute and chronic illnesses, in prevention, rehabilitation and terminal care;

-     be able to apply knowledge and to understand and resolve problems pertinent to new themes in a wide and interdisciplinary context so as to exercise the clinical competence needed to address the complexities of people’s health problems;

-     possess a level of professional, decision-making and operative autonomy enabling him/her to integrate their knowledge, manage complex situations, form judgements, and reflect on social and ethical responsibilities associated with the application of their knowledge and judgements;

-       know how to communicate specialist and non-specialist conclusions to his/her own patients in a clear manner, according to the circumstances;

-       have developed a method of studying that allows him/her to continue to study autonomously and to have acquired the methodology and culture necessary for the practice of life-long education.

Examination regulations, assessment and grading

Exams can be done exclusively at the time offered and they cannot be done during teaching periods. Exams are carried out before a commission of at least two professors, presided over, by law, by the Coordinator of the course.  The manner of carrying out the exams is reported in the descriptions of the individual courses.  Attendance is required in order to sit for the respective exam. The evaluation of each exam is expressed on a scale of thirty and when appropriate with the mentioning of with honours.

Graduation requirements

The final title is awarded after earning 360 credits and passing the final exam.

Mode of study (full-time, part-time, e-learning, ...)

Mandatory attendance. There is no provision for part-time students.

Occupational profiles of graduates with examples

The graduate in Medicine and Surgery can carry out medical-surgical activities in various roles and in professional clinical, health and bio-medical environments. 

Access to further studies

The Master’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery is required for admission to Schools of Specialization in the medical area.

Programme director or equivalent

Tabella riepilogativa regolamento

General (Regulations 2013)