Rome, Italy
Study Medicine in English at Sapienza University of Rome (IMAT)
Medicine & Surgery in English at Sapienza University of Rome
Sapienza University of Rome runs one of Italy's best-known English-taught Medicine & Surgery degrees — internally labelled "Course F" within the Faculty of Pharmacy and Medicine. It's a single-cycle Master's (MD) taught entirely in English, with clinical training based largely at the Policlinico Umberto I teaching hospital and on Sapienza's main campus. Founded in 1303, Sapienza is one of Europe's largest universities and is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools, so the degree is internationally recognised.
Quick facts
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| City | Rome, Italy |
| Language | English |
| Degree | Medicine & Surgery (single-cycle MD) |
| Length | 6 years (360 ECTS/CFU) |
| Admission test | IMAT (merit ranking) |
| Apply via | Universitaly |
Why students choose Rome
Rome is hard to beat as a place to spend six years: a global capital with deep history, a large international student community, and a generally lower cost of living than London or Paris. Sapienza's scale means an enormous range of clinical placements and research, and English-speaking students aren't isolated — there's an established cohort doing the same programme.
Admission is by the IMAT
Entry is competitive and decided purely on merit through the IMAT (International Medical Admissions Test), which covers reading/logic, general knowledge, biology, chemistry, physics and maths. There's no separate Sapienza exam — your IMAT score and the resulting ranking decide admission. New to the test? Start with our IMAT complete guide and learn how marks turn into a place in IMAT scoring & ranking.
How competitive is it? Sapienza is among the most sought-after English-taught schools, so cut-off scores tend to sit toward the higher end — but they change every admission cycle and even shift during the post-results "scrolling" reassignment phase. Don't anchor on a single number; check Sapienza's official admissions page each year.
EU vs non-EU
IMAT seats are split into separate EU and non-EU quotas. EU candidates compete in a single national ranking across all participating universities, while non-EU candidates are ranked per university against that school's reserved non-EU places. Seat counts are set annually, so verify the current figures before applying.
How to apply
- Register on Universitaly and select Sapienza as a preference.
- Pay the fee and book your IMAT test centre.
- Sit the IMAT; non-EU applicants also complete pre-enrolment via Sapienza's office for students with foreign qualifications.
Before exam day, pressure-test your timing on a free IMAT mini-mock and check your raw-to-scaled result with the IMAT score calculator. When you're ready to train seriously, our realistic IMAT practice mirrors the real format — see pricing.
FAQ
Is Medicine taught in English at Sapienza?
Yes. Sapienza offers a 6-year Medicine & Surgery MD ("Course F") delivered entirely in English, with clinical training at Policlinico Umberto I.
How do I get into Sapienza Medicine?
Register on Universitaly, sit the IMAT, and rank high enough on the merit list for an EU or non-EU seat. Admission is by IMAT score alone — there's no extra Sapienza test.
What IMAT score do I need for Sapienza?
There's no fixed threshold. Cut-offs vary every year and during scrolling, and Sapienza typically ranks among the higher cut-offs. Aim as high as you can and check the official figures each cycle rather than relying on past scores.