MBBS In Italy

Italy is a beautiful land of cultures, traditions, and entertainment. It is situated in Southern Europe and is an important country in Europe. It is a hub of world’s top ranked universities. Italy is surrounded by top beautiful European nations like Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia, and of course France. Italy has a very long coastline with the Mediterranean Sea.

Teaching medium is English in Italy so the students have to provide the proof of English language proficiency certificate to get admission in Italian medical universities. Duration of MBBS in Italy is 6 years. Students with 60% marks in intermediate can apply for the admission but the chances are more for those students who have brilliant academic status. Every year a lot of Pakistani students move to Italy for MBBS studies. A number of universities in Italy are affiliated with PMC, WHO and foreign study ministry.

Language of teaching in Italy is English. There are a lot of opportunities for MBBS graduates later on. They can start job in Italy or in any European country. After USMLE they have chance to start medicinal practice in USA. Students also have option to start medicinal practice in Pakistan, after MBBS in Italy they have to complete 1 year internship in Pakistan and clear NLE test to practice in Pakistan.

Why Italy

There are lots of reasons to select Italy as destination for MBBS studies. Some of the reasons are listed here

A wide range of opportunities and clinical exposure is provided
MBBS in Italy is approved by PMC and WHO
MBBS courses in Italy taught in the English language
It offers world-class education and is a member of 26 countries of the Schengen area
Students qualifying MBBS in Italy are eligible to practice in any of the 26 Schengen countries
100% scholarships are available for international students
The application process for MBBS in Italy is very simple
After scholarship it’s almost free to study MBBS in Italy
Best universities, food, culture and atmosphere
After getting MBBS degree you can move any European country for job
Affordable tuition fee
Living cost is reasonable
Easy process for bank statement
Brilliant students can get admission and visa easily

Duration Of MBBS In Italy

MBBS in Italy lasts for a duration of 6 years. The courses taught in the English language. During the course of the study, students are subjected to an advanced training program as conducted by the Medical universities of Italy.

Affiliation Of Italian Medical universities

Medical universities of Italy are affiliated with

World Health Organization (WHO)
Pakistan Medical Commission (PMC)
Ministry Of Education, Italy

Cost Of Study MBBS In Italy

Total estimated tuition fee for MBBS study in Italy ranges from 3600-12000 Euros, while living cost in Italy is almost 900 Euros per month.

Career Opportunities After MBBS

After completion of MBBS in Italy students have a lot of options such as

Can start practice in private and government hospitals
They can move to other European countries for job
After USMLE clearance, can start medicinal practice in USA
Students also have option to start medicinal practice in Pakistan after NLE exam

Post- graduate Options For MBBS Graduates

Students also have option to start post graduate degree (MD) from Italian medical universities or from other Europeans countries.

Quick Facts

Particulars	Details
Degree Course	MBBS
Duration	6 years
Basic Eligibility	Intermediate with minimum 60% in (subjects: Physics, Biology, Chemistry)
Language of Teaching	English
Currency	Euro
1 Euro	204 PKR
Living cost	900 Euro/ Month
Tuition Fee	600- 2000 Euro/ year
Entrance Exam	IMAT
Degree's value	MBBS degree accepted world wide
Language Requirement	IELTS/ TOFEL
Contact to Consultant	Click here

Universities For MBBS

Here is a list of Italian medical universities that are recognized by PMC

University of Milano
University of Bologna
University of Firenze
Humanitas University Medical School
University of Roma
Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
University of Molise
University of Piemonte Orientale
University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli
University of Aquila
University of Insubria
University of Bari Aldo Moro
University of Cagliari
University of Catania
University of Ferrara
University of Foggia
University of Genova
University of Messina
University of Milano Bicocca Facoltà di Medicina e Chirurgia
University of Modena e Reggio Emilia
University of Napoli Federico II
University of Padova
University of Palermo
University of Parma
University of Pavia
University of Perugia
University of Roma
University of Salerno
University of Sassari
University of Siena
University of Torino
University of Trieste
University of Udine
University of G. d'Annunzio Chieti-Pescara
University of Magna Græcia di Catanzaro
University of Napoli
University of Pisa
University of Reggio
University of Politecnica delle Marche
University of Vita-Salute San Raffaele
University of Brescia
University of Verona

Admissions

This is the time to apply for admission in Italy as applications are in process for 2022.

Eligibility Criteria For MBBS Admission

To take admission in Italian medical universities, students have to fulfill the following eligibility criteria

Must have minimum 60% marks in intermediate
Minimum age must be 17 and maximum eligible age is 25 years
Must be HIV negative
Have a valid passport
IELTS (does not require at time of application but compulsory when applying for visa with minimum 6 bands)
IMAT (International Medical Admission Test)

Documents Required For Application

Students have to submit the online application through university portal and submit all the required documents including

Educational transcripts (10^th and 12^th grades)
2 recommendation letters from previously studied institute
CV
Passport (validity 3-4 years)
Motivation letter (with information, why select this university, why want to pursue MBBS from Italy
Bank statement
Application fee receipt (vary from 10-50 Euro)
Birth certificate
Passport size photographs

Application Process

There are 2 steps students have to follow for admission

Step-I: Apply to the University of Interest

Go to the university portal
Pay the application fee (10- 50 Euro)
Upload all the required documents
Submit online application

Step II: International Medical Admission Test (IMAT)

It is a MCQs based test which contains 60 MCQs and carry 90 total marks

Registration starts: June/ July

Taken by: British council Islamabad, Pakistan

Registration Fee: 130 Euro

Time: 100 minutes

Negative Marking: Deduction of 0.4 marks for each wrong answer

Passing Marks: 50

Syllabus: Test has four sections including

General knowledge: 22 MCQs
Biology: 18 MCQs
Chemistry: 12 MCQs
Physics & Mathematics: 08 MCQs

After IMAT test go for visa process.

Intakes For MBBS

Intakes start in September and proper classes start from October. Applications are open from March to June for students who want to pursue MBBS in Italy. IMAT test taken in July and its registration starts from June. Till then student have to apply for admission letter.

Visa

After getting admission letter from the university student have to pass IMAT and IELTS exam for visa processing.

Documents Required For Visa Application

Following documents must be submitted by the applicant

Copy of educational transcripts
University admission letter
Passport
IELTS certificate
IMAT certificate
Passport size photographs
Bank statement
Medical certificate

Essential Requirements

Confirmed Admission
You must have applied to the institution or university where you wish to pursue the course
Your acceptance must be validated, and you must have the required documentary proof
Other valid documents, such as educational and professional credentials, should be made available
Verifiable educational documents are required
You should be able to show proof of your previous highest level of schooling
To travel you must be in good health
Before entering the country, you must undergo a medical examination and produce the required documentation
A bank statement or equivalent document, as well as evidence of the same, must be submitted
If you have a sponsor, you must provide proof of their financial stability, which should be adequate to fund your study

Scholarships

If you are interested in studying for free in the best Italian institutes, the following study in Italy scholarships for Pakistani students is for you. Apart from these, Italian universities offer around 250 scholarships for Pakistani and international students.

UNISA Scholarship Program For International Students
TOPoliTO scholarship
Banting International Postdoctoral Fellowships
Marche University Scholarships In Biomedical Engineering -Ingegneria Biomedica
CEI Fellowship For Writers In Residence
MobilitySeeker Outdoor Sports Scholarship

FAQs

1 - How much do students earn in Italy?

The work permission to a student in Italy is limited to 4 hours per day according to the law of Italy. A student can earn about 500 to 1000 euros and is hired as an internee.

2 - How can I apply for an Italian visa?

You can apply for a student visa to the Italian embassy of the respective country.

3 - Do we need to appear for IELTS for studying MBBS in Italy?

To prove the English language fluency, candidates are required to appear for the English proficiency test for doing an MBBS degree in Italy. Italian is the primary language in Italy. Apart from this, English is a commonly taught language in Italy.

4 - Can we work while studying in Italy?

Yes, you can. You will get opportunities to work in renowned hospitals in Italy. Italian law has allowed maximum 20 hours per week to students while studying.

5 - What is the cost of living in Italy for students?

For the most part, one could anticipate spending between 600- 900 euros monthly

6 - Can I study MBBS in Italy in English?

More than 13 public medical schools offer English-taught MBBS degrees.

7 - Is MBBS in Italy free?

Studying MBBS in Italy is cost-friendly as compared to other European education institutions. European standard education in Italian Universities is now so affordable almost free for meritorious students. Italian government provides a 100% scholarship on tuition fees to the students who have scored high.

8 - What is IMAT?

IMAT is the international medical admission test that is compulsory for Italian medical universities

9 - Is there an option to continue practice in Pakistan after doing MBBS in Italy?

Yes, candidates who have completed MBBS in Italy are capable of doing their medical practice in Pakistan after appearing for the NLE exam. MBBS graduates can start medicinal practice in Pakistan after passing NLE exam.