What makes this programme unique? 
 

Multilingual clinical training: While lectures are in English, clinical internships are in German and Italian—reflecting the bilingual healthcare system in South Tyrol and preparing students to work across Europe. 

Two-campus benefit: Students learn from faculty in both Bolzano and the renowned Gemelli Hospital in Rome, combining local clinical access with international medical expertise. 

Integrated European and U.S. standards: The programme blends European medical education with training aligned to U.S. systems, covering medical ethics, patient communication, and healthcare law. 

Strategic regional focus: Claudiana is a top centre for health professions in Italy and serves as the key institution for nursing, rehabilitation and prevention in the Bolzano area. 

How is the programme ranked? 
 

• #54 in Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Medical Imaging (Source: US News Best Global Universities by Subject 2025/26) 
• #67 in Gastroenterology and Hepatology (Source: US News Best Global Universities by Subject 2025/26) 
• #70 in Surgery (Source: US News Best Global Universities by Subject 2025/26) 
• Top 150 in Clinical Medicine (Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025) 
• Top 170 globally in Medicine (Source: QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025) 

What are the benefits of studying in Bolzano? 

• Cross-cultural medical experience: Bolzano is a trilingual province (German, Italian, Ladin), giving students hands-on experience in multicultural healthcare delivery. 
• Training in high-quality clinics: Claudiana offers access to well-equipped facilities and partnerships with local hospitals across the South Tyrol region. 
• Gateway to E.U. medical careers: Graduates are well prepared for medical licensing and careers in both Italian and German-speaking countries.