Padua University

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The University of Padua (Università degli Studi di Padova or UNIPD), founded in 1222, is the second-oldest university in Italy and the fifth-oldest in the world. Known for its history of academic freedom and pioneers like Galileo Galilei and Nicolaus Copernicus, it remains a top-tier public research institution.

Overview

Fees

: ₹8.10 Lacs

Eligibility

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Programs & Highlights

Programs

Duration: 6 years (single-cycle degree), awarding an MD recognized across the EU.
Admission: Based exclusively on the International Medical Admissions Test (IMAT), which assesses biology, chemistry, physics, math, and logic.
Italian Proficiency: While taught in English, students must reach B2-level Italian by the third year for clinical interactions with patients.

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Facilities & Extras

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Pros & Cons

Pros

Rankings: Consistently ranked among the top 250 universities globally. In 2026, it is ranked #233 by QS and in the 201–250 bracket by Times Higher Education.
Medicine & Surgery: Padua has a long-standing tradition in medicine, housing the world's oldest anatomical theatre (1594).
International Hub: Home to over 72,000 students, including a large international community from 120+ countries.
Campus Move: Starting from the 2025/2026 academic year, the English-taught Medicine and Surgery Program is relocating to Venice at the historic SS Giovanni e Paolo Hospital.

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