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April 29, 2025

Teaching Activities Suspended for 2025 University Palio

All teaching activities will be suspended on Wednesday, May 7 from 2:00 PM onwards, and for the entire days of Thursday, May 8 and Friday, May 9, on the occasion of the 22nd edition of the 2025 University Palio. Students are kindly requested to arrange make-up sessions with their respective instructors.

April 18, 2025

Elective Didactic Activities: Venipuncture and Suturing Courses

The Venipuncture and Suturing Courses are offered as elective didactic activities for students enrolled in the Medicine and Surgery program. Sessions will be held at Via Guglielmo Oberdan, 177, Catania.

The Venipuncture Course is scheduled for April 22 (first-year students) and April 29 (second-year students), from 16:00 to 20:00. Registration is available at the following link.

The Suturing Course will take place on May 6, 20, and 23 for first-year students, and on May 13 and 15 for second-year students, from 15:00 to 20:00. Registration is available at the following link.

April 18, 2025

Closure of University on May 2, 2025

Please note that, in addition to the closure dates already communicated, all University premises will also be closed on Friday, 2 May 2025. Students are advised that all academic activities scheduled for that day will be suspended. For any information regarding possible rescheduling or make-up sessions, please contact your course instructors directly.

February 21, 2025

Mandatory Safety Course – Important Information

Dear Students, the Safety Course is mandatory and a prerequisite for internships. Completion of the course is required to participate in practical activities. The course dates have been established by the University following the publication of exam schedules and cannot be changed. To register, you must reply to the email received. No alternative registration methods will be accepted. Compliance with these requirements is essential.

February 2, 2025

Second Semester Calendars and Internship Rotations

We are pleased to inform you that the calendars for the second semester are now live and accessible on our website. Please note that these calendars are subject to updates, so we encourage you to check them periodically for any changes. Any modifications will be highlighted by the last updated date displayed on the page.

Additionally, the professionalizing internships calendar for first and second-year students is now available. Make sure to consult this page to learn about tutors, regulations and certification procedures.

October 15, 2024

Health Surveillance Pursuant to Legislative Decree 81/08

Students of the second year are kindly asked to pay attention to the email received from the Competent Doctor's Office regarding the medical examination appointment and to adhere to the scheduled timeline.
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July 4, 2024

Upcoming Curriculum Changes for Medicine and Surgery Program

Starting in the 2025/2026 academic year, our Medicine and Surgery program will undergo updates to comply with new national regulations aimed at increasing flexibility and interdisciplinarity in university curricula, allowing students greater autonomy in customizing their study plans. This initiative aligns with Italy's National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR). As part of this transition, we will review and update our course offerings to ensure compliance with the new regulations. Detailed instructions and timelines for these updates will be communicated to all stakeholders in the coming months.

April 3, 2024

ANVUR Earns WFME Accreditation

The Italian National Agency for University and Research Evaluation (ANVUR) has received accreditation from the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME). This recognition, valid until March 31, 2034, highlights ANVUR's commitment to maintaining high standards in medical education. The accreditation opens doors for Italian medical graduates to pursue specialization opportunities in the United States.

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