Master’s Degree ProgramMedicine and Surgery

School ofMedicine and Surgery

+150international partnerships

30.000 m2

research laboratory space

94%employment rate 3 years after graduation

(School of Medicine and Surgery)(source ISTAT)

84%percentage of students

satisfied with theiruniversity experience

75%percentage of studentswho graduate on time

13:1student : teacher ratio

Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome offers students a dynamic learning experience that nurtures cultural, professional and personal growth, while promoting the acquisition of competences in the spirit of service.

It offers a training environment where teaching, research and healthcare take place in integrated structures, where the well-being of the individual is the ultimate aim of all ac-tivities, and where learning is fostered through an interdisciplinary approach to sciences and research in all fields related to patient care.

Our Mission: Science committed to Human Life

+150international partnerships

30.000 m2

research laboratory space

94%employment rate 3 years after graduation

(School of Medicine and Surgery)(source ISTAT)

84%percentage of students

satisfied with theiruniversity experience

75%percentage of studentswho graduate on time

13:1student : teacher ratio

Rome

M E D I C I N E A N D S U R G E R Y

This new international master’s degree program in Medicine and Sur-gery, taught in English, uses a multidisciplinary approach to train stu-dents to become doctors practicing in a diverse biomedical-social environment with interdisciplinary and intercultural professional skills.

In line with the guiding principles of Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome, teaching is entirely patient-centered and community-centered. A deep knowledge of ethical issues is applied to the use of advanced medical technology to promote healthcare through a humanistic ap-proach.

Providing training with a strong international cultural component, the program takes into account the features characterizing today’s mul-ti-ethnic society with its vast migrant population, paying special at-tention to diversity and the value of interreligious dialogue, to create the basis for understanding the cultural issues that impact healthcare professionals.

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Overview

How the program is organized

The 6-year program provides a total of 360 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits of which more than 60 are dedicated to training activities aimed at developing specific profession-al skills.

The program, organized in 12 semesters, offers 19 integrated courses: fundamentals of basic science (5 courses); fundamentals of medicine (4 courses); medical statistics and epidemiology (1 course); clinical medicine (8 courses); cardiovascular emergencies (1 course).

Courses on the principles of clinical methodology share a careful at-tention to the uniqueness of each patient and his or her needs, with a strong focus on personalized treatments.

Courses on pathology, pharmacology and diagnostic imaging are taught simultaneously throughout the 3rd, 4th and 5th year to integrate the study of different diseases in an embedded model, applying knowl-edge of appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic practices.

Through these integrated courses, students gradually become familiar with the concepts of interdisciplinary approach, inter-professionalism, health economics, the doctor’s social responsibility and patient’s edu-cation especially in relation to disease prevention.

The 6th year is entirely dedicated to training in a hospital and in other healthcare structures within the Lazio region.

The program ends with a thesis on a subject chosen by the student and which is presented to a commission of experts.

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The core contents of the program fully integrate the European specifi-cations for global standards in medical education defined in accord-ance with the World Federation on Medical Education concerning international basic standards and quality development of biomedical education (WFME Office, University of Copenhagen, 2007) and the Basic Medical Education WFME Global Standards for Quality Improve-ment - 2015 Revision (WFME Office Ferney-Voltaire, France Copenha-gen, Denmark 2015).

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Outstanding features of the program

• Inter-professional education: fostering understanding of how med-ical conditions influence patients and their social and family envi-ronments.

• Solid preparation in basic sciences: providing broad knowledge of biologically complex structures and functions of the human organ-ism under normal conditions.

• Solid preparation in human sciences (anthropology, ethics, and bio-ethics): providing knowledge of the diverse cultures that constitute the social environment, which is crucial for physicians in a mul-ti-ethnic society that is constantly and rapidly evolving.

• Special attention to clinical skills: developing analytical and prob-lem-solving skills in medical practice.

• Special attention to ‘environmental’ skills: developing students’ abil-ity to assess the environmental, political and occupational impact of health and diseases; to assess a health service, its effective-ness, and its impact in economic terms, particularly by measuring its value as ratio between costs and expected benefits.

• Special attention to transversal soft skills: developing and consoli-dating self-directed learning and self-assessment skills, time man-agement skills, planning and organizational skills.

• Continuing professional development: fostering the habit of system-atically updating knowledge and skills.

Teaching is carried out through Problem-Based Learning (PBL). This teaching method uses complex real-world problems as the vehicle to stimulate student learning of theoretical concepts and principles as opposed to direct presentation of facts and concepts.

Students develop a host of core skills essential for physicians, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

PBL provides opportunities for working in groups, finding and evaluat-ing research materials, and life-long learning.

The entire training process of this highly integrated academic pro-gram, starting with lesson planning and curriculum development is student-centered.

Students begin their professional training at the very start of the pro-gram through continuous contact with patients and colleagues, hence not only building confidence but also learning to work autonomously.

Students are provided with strong foundations in scientific methodol-ogy, statistical analysis and the practice of Evidence Based Medicine (EBM).

Students are given direct access to online resources through appropri-ately selected computer programs. Direct access develops their ability to use essential research tools and the selected programs foster their understanding of appropriate methods for addressing research issues.

Teaching methods

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T U TO R I N G

Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome offers its students tutoring services throughout their university career, from beginning to end. Tutors are professors, doctors, nurses, technicians, researchers, PhD and graduate students, and students in the last years of their studies.

THE PERSONAL TUTOR

Personal tutors help students recognize their own potential, the resources availa-ble to them facilitating growth of their learning skills, and their ability to cope with responsibilities and difficulties. Tutors accompany students through the entire period of their studies, helping them frame each new experience and challenge within a wider motivational and value-driven context:

• integration into university life;

• time management, organizational skills and learning methodologies;

• planning an exam calendar and self-assessment of exam results;

• motivation, self-efficacy and relationships with teachers;

• learning objectives.

The tutor-student relationship, besides providing functional strategies, is also an opportunity for dialogue that can deepen the student's self-awareness of his own personality.

THE ACADEMIC TUTOR

These tutors work closely with the course teachers, helping them organize and manage their courses in consideration of student's needs. Tutors act as the students' spokesperson, to promote a constant dialogue between teachers and students facilitating learning process.

THE CLINICAL TUTOR

Clinical tutors provide support to students during training and internship activi-ties. They are the students' figure for the acquisition of clinical skills required to obtain credits for the degree program. Clinical tutors, by focusing on specific objectives, also help students navigate the professional world and make appro-priate choices for the future:

• monitoring the development of skills specific to students’ career choic-es, as well as knowledge, attitudes, behaviors, required on the wards and in the laboratories;

• tracking the acquisition and processing of attitudes and behaviors con-sistent with the student's career choice (collaboration, cooperation);

• orientation regarding future professional choices.

Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome has a modern Advanced Research Center in Biomedicine and Bioengineering (PRABB) where students carry out practical activi-ties. Research conducted at University produces significant results in therms of scientific papers, projects financed through competitive calls, clinical trials and patents. Doctoral research programs in Integrated Biomedical Sciences and Bioethics, and Bioengi-neering and Biosciences are carried out at University.

R E S E A R C HLABORATORIES

S T U D E N TSERVICES

ADMISSIONS AND ORIENTATION

The Admission and Orientation Office at Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome organizes initiatives throughout the year aimed at providing information about curricular and extra-curricular activities, admission requirements and stu-dent services at Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome. The Admission and Orientation Office assists applicants throughout the admission process for all undergraduate and graduate programs.

CAREER SERVICES

The University Career Services Office promotes exchange between students and recent graduates of Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome, encouraging periods of study abroad. The University has set up a University-Business Com-mittee where an ongoing dialogue of comparison and consultation between the academic and professional worlds takes place to promote the constant updat-ing of study programs, supporting research and facilitating the entry of recent graduates in the working world.

SCHOLARSHIP AND FINANCIAL AID OFFICE

The Scholarship and Financial Aid Office advices students about scholarships and financial support available in Italy. Scholarships may be funded by the re-gional governmental agency (Disco) or by private companies that collaborate with the University.Intesa San Paolo Bank grants loans on the basis of flexible conditions.

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome has developed a network of internation-al, scientific and educational relations, to promote the mobility of students, teach-ers and staff to European and non-European universities as well as companies. The IRO (International Relations Office) provides information on mobility oppor-tunities abroad and the relative administrative support for interested candidates.

ACCOMMODATION SUPPORT

The University Staff helps students in finding accommodation in several univer-sity residencies (www.fondazionerui.it) or in private rented properties. Three restaurants for students, staff and guests are available on university pre-mises. Enrolled students and staff are eligible for meals at reduced-price.

SPORTS

University life is also made up of moments of leisure, friendship and personal growth. The Campus Bio-Medico Amateur Sports Association promotes activities in both individual and team sports, involving students, staff, teachers and alumni of the university. Some sports facilites offer discounts to Campus Bio-Medico students.

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES

Technical-scientific training is integrated with cultural activities to enrich stu-dents' university experience with artistic-cultural contents. Throughout the year we organize guided tours of places of artistic, historical and cultural interest and trips to theatrical and musical performances in Rome and its surroundings. Among on-site activities, the theater workshop, the choir, the chamber music ensemble, the photography course and the film club are promoted. Every year, the University organizes Campus' Got Talent, a show where students, teachers and administrative staff compete, exhibiting their talents in singing, playing mu-sical instruments, acting and entertaining, dance and artistic sports.

SPECIAL NEEDS

We address special needs individually, at the student's request, and look for solutions to guarantee the best conditions in all aspects of university life.

CHAPLAINCY

The chaplaincy offers spiritual support to all members of the university com-munity. Chaplains are available to those who need advice and guidance for the development of their personal and spiritual life.

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