UNIVERSITÀ VITA-SALUTE SAN RAFFAELE
Via Olgettina, 58 - 20132 Milano - Italia Tel. +39 0291751535 / 588/ 577 www.unisr.it VITA-SALUTE SAN RAFFAELE UNIVERSITY
INDICE INDEX
PERCHÉ STUDIARE IN UNISR • WHY TO STUDY IN UNISR 2 · 3 Storia • History 2 · 3 Qualità UniSR • UniSR Quality 2 · 3 Progetto Formativo • Learning Aims 4 · 5 OFFERTA DIDATTICA • TEACHING PROVIDED 6 · 7 Facoltà di Psicologia • Faculty of Psychology 6 · 7 Facoltà di Medicina e Chirurgia • Faculty of Medicine and Surgery 6 · 7 Facoltà di Filosofia • Faculty of Philosophy 6 · 7 SERVIZI AGLI STUDENTI • STUDENTS SERVICE 8 · 9 Orientamento • Guidance 8 · 9 Borse di studio ed altre agevolazioni • Scholarships and other Forms of Assistance 8 · 9 Tutorato • Tutoring 8 · 9 Stage e Tirocini • Internships 8 · 9 Placement • Placement 8 · 9 Biblioteca • Library 10 · 11 Relazioni internazionali / Programma Erasmus • International Relationships 12 · 13 VIVERE (IN) UNISR • LIFE (IN) UNISR 14 · 15 Residenze Universitarie • University Accommodation 14 · 15 COME RAGGIUNGERCI • HOW TO GET HERE 16
P. 3 perché studiare in unisr
L’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele è stata inaugurata nel 1996 con QUALITà UniSR la Facoltà di Psicologia, cui seguono nel 1998 la Facoltà di Medicina e Chirurgia e nel 2002 la Facoltà di Filosofia. L’Ateneo si caratterizza fin dalla L’Ateneo si conferma leader per la didattica e la ricerca di qualità: CSQ sua origine per una stretta integrazione della didattica con la ricerca nelle rilascia il certificato di qualità dei processi e della didattica ad UniSR. sue diverse e principali espressioni: ricerca di base, filosofica, sociale. L’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele prosegue il percorso di La missione dell’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele è quella di rispondere certificazione della qualità dei processi finalizzati alla soddisfazione dei alla domanda Quid est homo?, nella convinzione che l’essere umano sia clienti ed all’eccellenza della didattica e dei servizi di Ateneo. un unicum biologico, psicologico e spirituale. Dopo aver certificato la qualità dei Servizi Gestionali e del Corso L’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele afferisce ora al Gruppo Ospedaliero di Laurea in Scienze Psicologiche (2006) e del Corso di Laurea in San Donato. Biotecnologie Mediche e Farmaceutiche (2007), nel 2010 il perimetro L’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele è un punto di riferimento per la di certificazione viene esteso a: Progettazione ed erogazione di attività formazione universitaria di eccellenza, trattandosi di uno degli atenei più didattiche per i Corsi di Laurea e di Laurea Magistrale delle Facoltà di quotati del nostro paese. Ciascuna Facoltà è in sé una struttura complessa Medicina e Chirurgia, di Psicologia, di Filosofia, Servizi Gestionali. che ospita, oltre ai Corsi di Laurea e Post Lauream, Centri di Ricerca, Nel 2013 il perimetro di certificazione viene ulteriormente esteso a: Scuole di Dottorato, Master. Progettazione ed erogazione di attività didattiche per i Corsi di Laurea e di Laurea Specialistica/Magistrale, Scuole di Specializzazione, Master, STORIA Servizi Gestionali. Con l’estensione del 2014, al Processo di Autovalutazione, alla 1996: viene inaugurata con la Facoltà di Psicologia. Valutazione periodica ed all’Accreditamento, l’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele è stato il primo ateneo a certificare le modalità di gestione 1998: viene attivata la Facoltà di Medicina e Chirurgia. del Processo di autovalutazione, valutazione periodica, accreditamento, 2001: dalla trasformazione dei già esistenti Diplomi universitari, nascono previsto dalle norme ministeriali e dalle direttive dell’ANVUR. i Corsi di Laurea in Infermieristica e in Fisioterapia. Nel 2015 il perimetro di certificazione viene ulteriormente esteso a: 2001: apre la Facoltà di Filosofia. Una convenzione con il Comune di Progettazione ed erogazione di attività didattiche per i Corsi di Laurea e Cesano Maderno consente di tenere le lezioni nel seicentesco Palazzo di Laurea Specialistica/Magistrale, Scuole di Specializzazione e Master, Arese-Borromeo. Dottorati di Ricerca, Servizi Gestionali. Nel 2001 e nel 2002 nasce la Facoltà di Filosofia. 2005: nascono i Corsi di Laurea in Igiene Dentale e specialistica in Filosofia della Mente, della Persona, della Città e della Storia. 2008: inaugurazione dei nuovi spazi del DiBit2, nuovo Dipartimento di Biotecnologie e di Ricerca: complessivamente 80.000 mq per laboratori di ricerca, laboratori per analisi cliniche e aule universitarie. 2010: nascita del San Raffaele International MD Program. 2011: viene attivato il Corso di Laurea in Odontoiatria. Nel 2015 l’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele afferisce al Gruppo San Donato, il primo gruppo ospedaliero italiano e la seconda istituzione di ricerca del Paese.
P. 4 PERCHÈ STUDIARE IN UNISR WHY TO STUDY IN UNISR
Vita-Salute San Raffaele University opened its doors in 1996 with the UniSR QUALITY Faculty of Psychology, followed by the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery in 1998 and the Faculty of Philosophy in 2002. From the outset, the university The University leads the field in quality teaching and research: CSQ has been characterised by its close integration of teaching and research awards a certificate of quality for processes and teaching at UniSR. in its various main disciplines: basic, philosophical and social research. Vita-Salute San Raffaele University continues to be awarded with The goal of Vita-Salute San Raffaele University is to answer the question certificates of quality for processes aimed at satisfying clients’ needs Quid est homo? (What is man?) with the conviction that human beings are and for the excellence of the university’s teaching and services. biological, psychological and spiritual entities. After having received certificates of quality for management services and Vita-Salute San Raffaele University now belongs to the San Donato hospital the degree course in Psychological Sciences (2006) and the degree course group. in Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (2007), in 2010 the same Vita-Salute San Raffaele University is a point of reference for outstanding certification was awarded to the following: Planning and administration university education as one of the most respected higher education of teaching activities for degree programmes and master’s degrees in institutions in Italy. Each faculty is a complex structure in and of itself that the Faculties of Medicine and Surgery, of Psychology and of Philosophy. hosts, other than Undergraduate and Postgraduate Courses, Research Management services. Centres, Doctoral Schools and Master’s Degrees. In 2013, the same certification was also awarded to: Planning and administration of teaching activities for degree programmes and HISTORY master’s degrees, specialisation schools, professional master’s programmes. Management services. 1996: opened with the Faculty of Psychology. In 2014, the certificate of quality was also awarded to the self-evaluation 1998: the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery was inaugurated. process, periodic valuation and accreditation, making Vita-Salute San Raffaele University the first university to be awarded the accolade for 2001: degrees in Nursing and Physiotherapy emerged from the the management procedures of the self-evaluation and the periodic transformation of existing university diplomas. valuation and accreditation processes, as set out in the ministerial 2001: the Faculty of Philosophy was launched. An agreement with the regulations and the directives of the ANVUR. Cesano Maderno town council allowed for lessons to be held in the 17th In 2015, the same certification was also awarded to: Planning and century building Palazzo Arese-Borromeo. administration of teaching activities for degree programmes and master’s In 2002, the Faculty of Philosophy was opened. degrees, specialisation schools, professional master’s programmes and 2005: the degree in Dental Hygiene and the Master’s programme in doctoral research programmes. Management services. Philosophy of the Mind, the Individual, the City and History began running. 2008: inauguration of the new DiBit2 facilities, the new Department of Biotechnology and Research: in total 80,000 square metres for research laboratories, laboratories for clinical analysis and university lecture rooms. 2010: start of the San Raffaele International MD Program. 2011: the degree course in Dentistry began running. In 2015, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University joined the San Donato group, the first Italian hospital group and the second research institution in the country.
WHY TO STUDY IN UNISR P. 5 perché studiare in unisr
Progetto formativo L’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele è oggi riconosciuta come una delle più prestigiose università italiane nel mondo, costantemente ai vertici delle più importanti classifiche nazionali ed internazionali per la qualità della sua offerta. La sua unicità è data dalla totale integrazione fra ricerca, pratica e didattica che da sempre contraddistingue tutta la sua offerta: • sia che si parli di clinica, grazie ad un imponente parco scientifico di laboratori per gli studi in biologia cellulare e molecolare, genomica e proteomica che coinvolgono il soma e la psiche, con dipartimenti di neuroscienze, di psicologia cognitiva, di medicina nucleare orientata all’individuazione dei percorsi fisiologici e dei loro effetti. • sia che si parli di professione, grazie alla ricerca che indaga la mente, la persona e la società nei suoi processi socioeconomici ed ai molteplici contatti che questo implica con le aziende ed il mondo del lavoro. Il tutto, anche e soprattutto grazie alla prossimità con l’IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele, una delle 18 strutture d’eccellenza del Gruppo Ospedaliero San Donato, che le rende possibile offrire ai propri studenti un’esperienza formativa senza eguali. All’unicità dell’integrazione, si accompagna quella l’interdisciplinarietà, intesa come la possibilità offerta a tutti i nostri studenti di formarsi attingendo alle eccellenze di tutte e tre le facoltà in un ambiente quotidianamente ricco di stimoli, vivace culturalmente e che facilita la formazione continua anche attraverso incontri, seminari, lectures con docenti di prestigio e relatori di fama internazionale, nonché una continua interazione con il mondo del lavoro. L’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele è, infine, un’università impegnativa. Il criterio dell’eccellenza che da sempre la guida ha implicato la scelta di un numero limitato di studenti, ammessi tramite rigorose prove di ammissione, al fine di garantire un rapporto ottimale tra corpo docente e discente. Il piano didattico è concepito con la determinazione di azzerare il fenomeno dei fuori corso. La frequenza alle lezioni teoriche e alle esercitazioni pratiche è obbligatoria. Tutto ciò in un contesto volto a favorire la crescita dello studente a 360° attraverso curriculum personalizzati, uno stretto dialogo studenti- docenti, lo sviluppo della capacità di analisi del proprio settore e di cura per l’altro, l’abitudine all’aggiornamento e alla riflessione sui delicati temi della contemporaneità (morte e sofferenza, bioetica, etica ambientale, degli affari, della politica, ecc…) e un piano di studi attento a conciliare le esigenze di formazione con quelle di attenzione per le personali attitudini e vocazioni.
P. 6 PERCHÈ STUDIARE IN UNISR WHY TO STUDY IN UNISR
LEARNING AIMS
Vita-Salute San Raffaele University is today recognised as one of the most prestigious Italian universities in the world, constantly at the top of the most important national rankings for the quality of its education. Its uniqueness is the full integration of research, practical activities and teaching that has characterised its programmes from the beginning: • whether it concerns clinical work, thanks to an impressive science park including laboratories for cell and molecular biology studies or genomics and proteomics, which involve the cell body and the psyche, with departments in neurosciences, cognitive psychology, and nuclear medicine focussing on identifying physiological pathways and their effects. • whether it concerns business, thanks to research that investigates the mind, individual and society, its socioeconomic processes and the various implications this has for companies and the world of work. This is in part and above all thanks to its close tie with the IRCCS San Raffaele hospital, one of the 18 institutions of excellence in the San Donato hospital group, which allows the university to offer its students an unrivalled learning experience. Such unique integration is coupled with unmatched interdisciplinarity, which allows us to offer our students the chance to learn by drawing on the excellence of all three faculties in a daily environment that is rich in stimuli, culturally lively and that facilitates continued learning through meetings, seminars, lectures with prestigious teachers and internationally renowned supervisors, as well as with a constant interaction with the world of work. Lastly, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University is an exacting university. Excellence has always guided the university and has brought to our choice of a limited number of students, who are admitted following rigorous entrance exams, in order to guarantee a fantastic working relationship between the teaching staff and students. The course curriculum has been designed with the goal of eliminating the phenomenon of students repeating exams. Attending theoretical lessons and practical exercises is mandatory. This all takes place in a setting intended to foster the holistic growth of students with personalised curricula, a close student-teacher dialogue, the development of the ability to analyse one’s own field and to care for others, the habit of staying up-to-date and reflecting on delicate contemporary topics (death and suffering, bioethics, environmental ethics, business, politics, etc.) and a course curriculum that is able to balance learning requirements with the need to pay attention to personal inclinations and vocations.
WHY TO STUDY IN UNISR P. 7 OFFERTA DIDATTICA
Facoltà di Psicologia http://www.unisr.it/psicologia/ [email protected]
La Facoltà di Psicologia è attiva dal 1996 ed è la prima nata delle tre facoltà dell’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele. La “mente” è il campo di indagine della Facoltà di Psicologia: i percorsi di studio si concentrano sui fondamenti biologici dell’attività psichica, sulle funzioni e i processi mentali affettivi e cognitivi, sulla struttura e la costruzione della personalità e sul mondo delle relazioni interpersonali. Oggetto di studio è la persona nella sua interezza, con le sue determinanti biologiche, psichiche e (socio-)ambientali. Ne scaturiscono tre fondamentali ambiti di interesse: lo studio della mente e dei suoi meccanismi, la tutela della salute e l’applicazione delle conoscenze ai processi di funzionamento della società attuale. La Facoltà di Psicologia si appoggia alle strutture di ricerca dell’Ospedale San Raffaele (in particolare per il campo nelle neuroscienze) e al Dipartimento di neuroscienze cliniche San Raffaele Turro, diventato un punto di riferimento per l’assistenza psichiatrica.
Facoltà di Medicina e Chirurgia http://www.unisr.it/medicina-chirurgia/ [email protected] Nata nel 1998, la Facoltà di Medicina e Chirurgia dell’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele si inserisce in modo organico nel sistema di cura e di ricerca dell’IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele. La Facoltà offre una formazione d’avanguardia grazie all’eccellenza dei suoi docenti e alla stretta integrazione tra didattica, clinica e ricerca. Gli studenti hanno l’opportunità di entrare in contatto fin dagli inizi del proprio percorso con l’assistenza avanzata offerta dall’IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele e con la ricerca di alta qualità svolta all’interno della struttura. Il valore aggiunto del “sistema” San Raffaele (Istituto scientifico, Ospedale inserito nel Gruppo Ospedaliero San Donato e Università) è la possibilità di trasferire nell’immediato i dati della ricerca al letto del paziente. Formazione avanzata, partecipazione degli studenti all’assistenza e alla ricerca, internazionalizzazione e interdisciplinarietà sono i punti di forza della Facoltà. La Facoltà di Medicina e Chirurgia dell’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele si propone come una Scuola di Medicina avanzata e moderna, aperta al mondo scientifico e all’evoluzione delle conoscenze in ambito scientifico. Fondamentale, inoltre, la formazione del medico in relazione al rapporto con il paziente.
Facoltà di Filosofia http://www.unisr.it/filosofia/ [email protected] Nata nel 2002, la Facoltà di Filosofia dell’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele si propone di interpretare la filosofia come pensiero concreto in una prospettiva interdisciplinare e pluralista. La filosofia è percepita come un modo per interpretare le criticità e le sfide del mondo contemporaneo e progettare il futuro. Questo percorso avviene attraverso l’approfondimento di questioni etiche e politiche alla base della moderna società globalizzata, multiculturale, tecnologica e caratterizzata dal progresso scientifico. La Facoltà di Filosofia riconosce grande importanza all’interazione tra il sapere filosofico e la scienza, in particolare quella che indaga la mente e le sue funzioni di formazione del pensiero, cognitive e decisionali.
P. 8 L’OFFERTA FORMATIVA TEACHING PROVIDED
Faculty of Psychology http://www.unisr.it/en/psychology/ [email protected]
The Faculty of Psychology opened in 1996 and was the first of the three faculties of Vita-Salute San Raffaele University. The “mind” is the Faculty of Psychology’s field of study: the course curricula concentrate on the biological foundations of psychic activity, on affective and cognitive mental functions and processes, on the structure and construction of personality and on the world of interpersonal relationships. The object of study is the individual as a whole, on its biological, psychic and (socio-)environmental determinants. Three fundamental areas of interest emerge as a result: the study of the mind and its mechanisms, healthcare, and the application of knowledge to the operating processes of current society. The Faculty of Psychology relies on the research facilities of the San Raffaele hospital (in particular for the neurosciences field) and on the San Raffaele Turro Department of clinical neurosciences, which has become a reference point for psychiatric assistance.
Faculty of Medicine and Surgery http://www.unisr.it/en/medicine-and-surgery/ [email protected]
Launched in 1998, the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery of Vita-Salute San Raffaele University seamlessly blended into the care and research system of the IRCCS San Raffaele hospital. The Faculty offers cutting-edge teaching thanks to the excellence of its teachers and the close integration of teaching, clinical work and research. From the start of their programme, students have the opportunity to experience the advanced help provided by the IRCCS San Raffaele hospital and with the high quality research that is undertaken within the organisation. The added value of the San Raffaele “system” (scientific institute, hospital as part of the San Donato hospital group and university) comes from the possibility of transferring data from research to patients immediately. Advanced teaching, students’ participation in assistance and research, internationalisation and interdisciplinarity are all strengths of the Faculty. The Faculty of Medicine and Surgery of Vita-Salute San Raffaele University is an advanced and modern school of medicine, open to the scientific world and to the evolution of knowledge in scientific fields. Furthermore, training doctors in how to relate to their patients is also fundamental.
Faculty of Philosophy http://www.unisr.it/en/philosophy/ [email protected]
Launched in 2002, the Faculty of Philosophy of Vita-Salute San Raffaele University aims to interpret philosophy as concrete thought from an interdisciplinary and pluralist perspective. Philosophy is thought of as a way to interpret the issues and challenges of the modern world and to plan for the future. This programme explores the ethical and political issues fundamental to a modern, globalised, multicultural and technological society that is characterised by scientific progress. The Faculty of Philosophy recognises the significant importance of the interaction between philosophical thought and science, in particular the field that investigates the mind and how it thinks and makes decisions.
TEACHING PROVIDED P. 9 SERVIZI AGLI STUDENTI
Orientamento lauream) secondo la normativa vigente per i laureati UniSR fino a 12 http://www.unisr.it/orientamento mesi dal conseguimento del titolo. Inoltre, per i laureati in Psicologia [email protected] Magistrale in UniSR, l’Ufficio offre supporto burocratico-amministrativo per il tirocinio per l’ammissione all’esame di stato per conseguire L’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele è un’università per protagonisti e l’abilitazione all’esercizio della professione di psicologo e iscriversi il vero protagonista, da noi, è lo studente. In Ateneo è attivo un servizio all’Albo A. di orientamento per accompagnare i futuri studenti sin dall’ingresso nel mondo universitario, durante la frequenza dei corsi, fino all’ingresso nel PLACEMENT mondo del lavoro. Tra le iniziative organizzate: Open Day, eventi dedicati http://www.unisr.it/servizi/orientamento-itiner-uscita/placement/ ai singoli Corsi di Laurea, prove di didattica e la presenza presso scuole, fiere e saloni. Il Servizio è disponibile ad incontrare tutti gli interessati L’Ufficio Placement accompagna studenti e laureati nella fase di transizione sia durante gli eventi organizzati sia con colloqui individuali. dall’università al mondo del lavoro, favorendo l’acquisizione di strumenti di orientamento per l’inserimento lavorativo. L’Università favorisce l’incontro BORSE DI STUDIO E ALTRE AGEVOLAZIONI tra domanda e offerta di stage/lavoro tramite il contatto diretto e il dialogo http://www.unisr.it/borse-di-studio/ continuo con aziende ed enti. [email protected] L’Università inoltre aderisce a Garanzia Giovani, il piano europeo con cui Stato e Regioni si sono impegnate per permettere ai giovani tra i 15-29 L’ammontare di tasse e contributi è legato al corso di laurea anni un percorso personalizzato di formazione o un’opportunità lavorativa. prescelto. Sono disponibili diverse forme di agevolazione: esonero Questo permette ai laureati una possibilità in più per ottenere un tirocinio dalle tasse, borse di studio e contributi per la mobilità come previsto formativo post-lauream o un’assunzione nelle imprese: infatti il piano è su fondi regionali. Per accedere all’assegnazione di borse di studio una buona occasione per le imprese che possono beneficiare di alcune e/o all’esonero dal pagamento delle tasse e contributi universitari, in agevolazioni previste nelle diverse Regioni, offrendo ai neolaureati conformità alle disposizioni della Regione Lombardia, l’Università Vita- opportunità di stage, lavoro e formazione (a fronte infatti del rimborso Salute San Raffaele emana annualmente un bando di concorso a cui spese dovuto allo stagista, viene rimborsata una parte dalla Regione). possono partecipare tutti gli studenti iscritti all’Università. Sono poi previsti anche bonus occupazionali per le nuove assunzioni o la trasformazione di un tirocinio in contratto di lavoro. Tutorato http://www.unisr.it/tutorato/ [email protected] L’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele offre a tutti i propri studenti di ogni Corso di Laurea, un servizio di Tutorato finalizzato ad accompagnarli lungo il corso degli studi, supportando nell’affrontare eventuali difficoltà sorte durante percorso accademico. Il Servizio di Tutorato Didattico accompagna gli studenti nello svolgimento del percorso accademico e, in sinergia con il Servizio di Orientamento, le Segreterie Didattiche, di Facoltà e con i competenti Organi accademici, si impegna per migliorare la qualità delle condizioni di apprendimento: agevola l’inserimento dei neo-iscritti nel contesto universitario, assiste gli studenti nella definizione dei piani di studio, offre indicazioni per risolvere eventuali disagi di classe o individuali che ostacolano uno studio sereno, affronta questioni specifiche inerenti l’iter formativo sollevate dagli iscritti, favorisce un rapporto produttivo tra Docenti e studenti. Il Servizio di Counselling è dedicato invece ad affrontare in modo mirato, con gli studenti che ne fanno richiesta, disagi o problematiche personali che in varia misura limitano la possibilità di realizzare il percorso di crescita che abitualmente si compie negli anni universitari. Possono esistere problemi che rendono difficile vivere serenamente e in modo proficuo il proprio percorso di studi, oppure esserci difficoltà personali o relazionali che ostacolano gli studi e la vita universitaria. http://www.unisr.it/servizi/orientamento-itiner-uscita tutorato/#counselling
Stage e Tirocini [email protected] L’Ufficio Stage e Tirocini segue e aiuta lo studente nel corso della sua carriera, consentendogli di effettuare esperienze complementari al proprio corso di studi. A questo scopo l’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele offre la possibilità di effettuare attività di tirocini di formazione e orientamento (stage), qualora previsti nel piano di studi o approvati dal Referente di Corso di Laurea e gestisce le pratiche di tirocini extracurricolari (stage post-
P. 10 I SERVIZI AGLI STUDENTI STUDENT SERVICES
GUIDANCE http://www.unisr.it/tutorato/ http://www.unisr.it/orientamento [email protected] [email protected] Vita-Salute San Raffaele University offers all students on all degree Vita-Salute San Raffaele University is a university for key players and, courses a Tutoring service designed to support them throughout their for us, the true key player is the student. The university provides a study programme, helping them face possible difficulties that may guidance service to accompany future students from when they enter arise during the course of their studies. The Educational Tutoring the university system, throughout their programme, to when they Service supports students throughout their academic development and, enter the world of work. Some of the events organised: Open Day, alongside the Guidance Service, the Academic and Faculty Offices and events dedicated to individual degree programmes, learning tests and with the competent academic bodies, it strives to improve the quality presence at schools, exhibitions and fairs. The Service is available for of students’ learning conditions: it helps newly-registered students all interested students at the organised events or in individual meetings. slot into university life, it supports students in defining their study plans, it offers advice for resolving class or individual disruptions that SCHOLARSHIPS AND OTHER FORMS OF ASSISTANCE might impede study, it confronts specific issues related to educational procedure brought up by students, it fosters a productive relationship http://www.unisr.it/borse-di-studio/ between teachers and students. For students that request its services, [email protected] the Counselling Service is dedicated to confronting, in a targeted manner, disruptions or personal problems that to differing extents limit The amount of taxes and fees is linked to the chosen degree course. the possibility of reaching the level of growth that is usually achieved Various forms of financial assistance are available: exemption from during university programmes. Problems may arise that make it taxes, scholarships and student mobility grants as provided for by difficult to comfortably and effectively complete a study programme, or regional funds. To have access to financial support in the form of there may be personal or relational issues that interfere with studies scholarships and/or exemption from paying taxes and university fees, and university life. in accordance with what is made available by the Regione Lombardia, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University runs a yearly competition that all http://www.unisr.it/servizi/orientamento-itiner-uscita tutorato/#counselling students registered at the university can apply to. Internships TUTORING [email protected] The Internships Office helps and guides students in the initial stages of their career, allowing them to undergo experiences complementary to their course of studies. To this end, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University offers students the possibility of training and guidance internships, whenever these are provided for in the Course Curriculum or approved by the Degree Course reference person, and manages extra-curricular internships (following graduation) for UniSR graduates, according to applicable regulations, up to 12 months after graduation. Furthermore, those receiving a Master’s Degree in Psychology from UniSR receive bureaucratic and administrative support in the internship for admission to the state exam required for obtaining a license to practice and registration as a practising psychologist (Albo A).
PLACEMENT http://www.unisr.it/servizi/orientamento-itiner-uscita/placement/ The Placement Office supports students and graduates during their transition from university to the world of work, encouraging the acquisition of guidance tools for entering the workplace. The University connects students looking for internships/work with concrete opportunities by maintaining relationships with businesses and organisations. The University also adheres to Youth Guarantee, the European project through which the Italian government and regions work towards giving young people aged between 15-29 personalised educational experience or work opportunities. This gives graduates another opportunity to undertake an internship after their studies or be taken on directly by companies. Indeed, the project is a good opportunity for companies, which can benefit from certain tax breaks provided for by various regions, by offering new graduates internship, work and training opportunities (in terms of the costs borne by the intern, the region will cover a certain amount). Hiring bonuses are also available for taking on new employees or transforming an internship position into a work contract.
STUDENT SERVICES P. 11 SERVIZI AGLI STUDENTI
Biblioteca Alla fine del 2002 nasce anche la Facoltà di Filosofia con una biblioteca http://www.unisr.it/biblioteca che ha sviluppato il proprio patrimonio bibliografico partendo da [email protected] un nucleo originario della Biblioteca biomedica comprendente un [email protected] importante fondo di bioetica ed etica applicata, costantemente aggiornato e affiancato da un ampio numero di riviste specialistiche del La Biblioteca San Raffaele nasce con l’Ospedale San Raffaele, intorno settore. alla fine degli anni ’70, quale centro di raccolta della documentazione La Biblioteca dell’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele si articola nelle scientifica. Nata per soddisfare le esigenze di recupero della sezioni Biomedica e di Filosofia. Dispone di un’ampia e luminosa sede di documentazione scientifica dei medici/ricercatori OSR e posta consultazione con 150 postazioni per lo studio e 10 postazioni di ricerca all’interno dello stesso Ospedale, ha sviluppato il suo patrimonio on line e di due sale studio, ciascuna con 20 postazioni. investendo principalmente nelle collezioni di periodici scientifici e Il patrimonio documentario cartaceo, collocato “a scaffale aperto”, è nell’acquisizione delle più importanti banche dati biomediche. direttamente accessibile da parte degli utenti e si è arricchito negli anni A partire dai primi anni ’90 è cominciato lo sviluppo della rete locale di preziosi fondi. della Biblioteca con l’obiettivo di creare una biblioteca on-line per Il catalogo è elettronico ed è unico per entrambe le sezioni. l’utenza dell’area sanitaria e dell’area scientifica. A partire dalla fine degli anni ’90, ingenti investimenti sono stati volti Alla nascita dell’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele con le Facoltà di verso l’acquisto di risorse elettroniche. Medicina e Chirurgia e di Psicologia la Biblioteca si è trasferita nella sua attuale sede del Palazzo DiBit, completamente trasformata negli spazi Per consentire agli utenti una ricerca integrata tra risorse cartacee ed e nei servizi a sostegno dell’attività didattica e di ricerca dei docenti e elettroniche su un’unica piattaforma, la Biblioteca si è dotata di uno dello studio degli studenti. strumento di ultima generazione, il discovery tool Summon.
P. 12 I SERVIZI AGLI STUDENTI STUDENT SERVICES
LIBRARY At the end of 2002, the Faculty of Philosophy was opened with a library http://www.unisr.it/en/biomedical-library/ that has developed its own bibliographic collection, which began with [email protected] an original core selection from the biomedical library including an [email protected] important source on bioethics and applied ethics, and is continually updated and bolstered with a wide range of specialist journals relating The San Raffaele library opened alongside the San Raffaele hospital, to the discipline. around the end of the 1970s, and is house of a great collection of scientific Vita-Salute San Raffaele University’s library is made up of the biomedical information. The library was created to fulfil doctors/researchers’ needs and philosophy sections. It contains a large and well-lit reading room to access scientific documentation and was placed inside the hospital. with 150 seats for studying, 10 spaces for online research and two study It has become increasingly valuable as it has principally invested in rooms, each with 20 spaces. collections of scientific journals and has purchased access to the most The paper document collection, stored on open shelving, can be important biomedical databases. accessed directly by users and over the years has been enriched with From the early 1990s, the development of the library’s local network precious source materials. began with the aim of creating an online library to be used by those in The electronic catalogue covers both sections. the healthcare and scientific fields. From the end of the 1990s, significant investments were made in order When Vita-Salute San Raffaele University opened with the Faculties of to acquire electronic resources. Medicine and Surgery and of Psychology, the library moved to its current setting in the DiBit building, with completely transformed spaces and To give users a research experience that integrates both paper and services supporting teachers’ teaching and research activities and electronic resources into one platform, the library boasts the cutting- students’ studies. edge discovery tool Summon.
STUDENT SERVICES P. 13 SERVIZI AGLI STUDENTI
Relazioni internazionali / Programma Erasmus L’Ufficio Relazioni Internazionali è inoltre a servizio di tutti gli studenti http://www.unisr.it/relazioni-internazionali-erasmus/ iscritti che siano interessati ad un periodo di mobilità all’estero. L’Ateneo [email protected] infatti aderisce al programma Erasmus + che ha unificato i programmi Lifelong Learning. Nell’ambito della mobilità effettuata attraverso accordi di cooperazione internazionale, è possibile trascorrere periodi L’Ufficio Relazioni Internazionali dell’ Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele di studio e/o di formazione presso Università estere qualora il proprio è coinvolto in tutti gli aspetti della strategia di Internazionalizzazione corso di studi lo preveda. dell’ Ateneo: dal reclutamento di studenti stranieri, alle attività di orientamento e promozione all’estero della offerta formativa in lingua Inglese, dal supporto per la gestione delle pratiche di immigrazione alla gestione degli accordi con Università ed enti terzi.
P. 14 I SERVIZI AGLI STUDENTI STUDENT SERVICES
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS The International Office is also at the service of all registered students http://www.unisr.it/en/information-for-erasmus-students/ that are interested in studying abroad. The University is in fact a member [email protected] of the Erasmus + programme that has unified the Lifelong Learning programmes. With regard to student mobility via international cooperation The International Office of Vita-Salute San Raffaele University is involved agreements, it is possible to spend time in foreign universities studying in all aspects of the university’s internationalisation strategy: from the or training if provided for by the specific study programme. recruitment of foreign students, to guidance activities and promoting the opportunity to study in English abroad, from help with the practicality of immigration to taking care of agreements with the University and third parties.
STUDENT SERVICES P. 15 VIVERE (IN) UNISR
Residenze universitarie http://www.unisr.it/residenze-studenti/ [email protected]
Gli studenti dell’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele hanno a disposizione due residenze: la Residenza Cascina Melghera e la Residenza Cassinella, entrambe a poca distanza dalla sede universitaria. Gli alloggi, costituiti da camere singole con bagno privato, vengono assegnati attraverso un Concorso annuale per gli iscritti in possesso dei requisiti richiesti. Le residenze offrono un servizio ristorazione anche per i pasti serali e la rete wireless. Servizio di pulizia e cambio biancheria vengono effettuati una volta a settimana. Sono a disposizione sale studio e conferenze, un ambiente per la colazione e uno per la tv, una lavanderia e una palestra attrezzata. All’interno delle residenze dell’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele agli studenti vengono offerti momenti di dialogo e confronto, attività stimolanti e aggreganti.
P. 16 VIVERE (IN) UNISR LIFE (IN) UNISR
UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION http://www.unisr.it/en/campus/university-residences/ [email protected] Students at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University have two halls of residence available to them: the Cascina Melghera Hall of Residence and the Cassinella Hall of Residence, both a stone’s throw from the university. The accommodation, comprising single en-suite rooms, is assigned by means of an annual competition for registered students that meet the necessary requirements. The halls are catered, including the provision of evening meals, and have wireless internet. There is a weekly cleaning and fresh linen service. Study rooms and meeting rooms, as well as an area for breakfast and for watching television, a laundrette and fully-equipped gym are available. Living in Vita-Salute San Raffaele University’s halls provides students with stimulating and collaborative activities as well as with the chance to meet and talk with others.
LIFE (IN) UNISR P. 17 HOW TO GET HERE COME RAGGIUNGERCI
Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele Vita-Salute San Raffaele University Via Olgettina, 58 - 20132 Milano 58 Via Olgettina – 20132 Milan
È RAGGIUNGIBILE: CAN BE REACHED AS FOLLOWS: • CON I MEZZI PUBBLICI • WITH PUBLIC TRANSPORT stazione Cascina Gobba della Metropolitana Milanese (linea verde) Cascina Gobba stop on the Milan metro system (green line) and then the proseguendo poi con il metro leggero (in questo caso occorre un ulteriore automatic metro (this requires an additional return ticket), or the bus biglietto per andata e ritorno) oppure l’autobus che porta a Milano Due, from Milano Due, included in the metro ticket (bus no. 925). compreso nel prezzo del metro (linea 925). • BY CAR • CON L’AUTOMOBILE from the eastern ring road, Cascina Gobba exit. Tangenziale Est Uscita Cascina Gobba • FROM LINATE AIRPORT Atm 923 bus to the terminus H.S. RAFFAELE • DALL’AEROPORTO DI LINATE Autobus Atm 923 fino al capolinea presso H.S. RAFFAELE • FROM MALPENSA AIRPORT Train or “Malpensa Express” shuttle, then MM2 (Milan Metro Line 2), • DALL’AEROPORTO DI MALPENSA Cascina Gobba stop, followed by the automatic metro towards “San treno o Shuttle “Malpensa Express” quindi MM2, fermata Cascina Gobba, Raffaele” (requiring a new ticket) or bus Atm 925 towards Milano 2 (same si prosegue con Metro Automatico indicazione “San Raffaele” (ulteriore ticket). biglietto) oppure Autobus Atm 925 direzione Milano 2 (stesso biglietto). • FROM ORIO AL SERIO AIRPORT • DALL’AEROPORTO DI ORIO AL SERIO Autostradale or Shuttle bus, then MM2 (Milan Metro Line 2), Cascina autobus Autostradale o Shuttle quindi MM2, fermata Cascina Gobba, si Gobba stop, followed by the automatic metro towards “San Raffaele” prosegue con Metro Automatico indicazione “San Raffaele” (ulteriore (requiring a new ticket) or bus Atm 925 towards Milano 2 (same ticket). biglietto) oppure Autobus Atm 925 direzione Milano 2 (stesso biglietto).
P. 18
Via Olgettina, 58 - 20132 Milano - Italia Tel. +39 0291751535 / 588/ 577 www.unisr.it
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PROSPECTUS
VITA-SALUTE SAN RAFFAELE UNIVERSITY EVERYTHING STARTS FROM HERE
2 Welcome to Vita-Salute San Raffaele University
Vita-Salute San Raffaele University is a private not-for-profit university and one of the most prestigious Italian universities always at the top of the most important rankings for quality of education. Its uniqueness lies in the full integration of research, practical activities and teaching that has characterized its degree programmes from the beginning also thanks to its close relation with the San Raffaele Research Hospital, one of 18 health institutions of the San Donato Hospital Group. This allows the university to offer its students an unrivalled learning experience. Excellence has always guided the university and has brought to the choice of admitting a limited number of students, through rigorous entrance examinations, in order to guarantee an effective working relationship between the teaching staff and students. Everything takes place in a setting intended to foster the holistic growth of students with personalized curricula, a close student-teacher dialogue, the development of the ability to analyze one’s own field and to care for others, the habit of staying up-to-date and reflecting on delicate contemporary topics (death and suffering, bioethics, environmental ethics, business, politics, etc.) and a course curriculum that is able to balance learning requirements with the need to pay attention to personal inclinations and vocations.
Located in MILAN at the heart of Europe
Vita-Salute San Raffaele is based in Milan, the most international Italian city where every year thousands of international students decide to live and study. Milan is Italy’s financial capital, a modern city in the north of Italy whose architecture is in constant renewal. It is full of history, art and museums visited every year by tourists from all over the world. International services and facilities are being empowered every day as Milan turns into the international capital of Italy well connected to all of the most important Italian and foreign cities through high speed trains, low cost and international airline companies in three different airports. Milan is close to the Alps and to the Lake of Como and Lake Maggiore offering visitors the opportunity to visit wonderful places within just a hour’s ride. The area where the UniSR campus is located is well connected with public transportation to the city center. The University is in the east part of the city, close to Linate Airport and just few kilometres away from the city center. The San Raffaele campus is also close to suburban municipalities and residential areas surround the site offering nice neighbourhoods with lots of parks and green areas. A unique campus, offering an unrivalled position for a medical school in the heart of a hospital and research complex with all facilities at a walking distance. With the very latest teaching facilities and with a friendly atmosphere the campus offers something for everyone.
3 The San Raffaele Hospital - Ospedale San Raffaele (OSR)
San Raffaele Hospital is a Healthcare Institution and Research Centers established in the 1970s and is now part of the San Donato Hospital Group, the largest private healthcare group in Italy. It is highly specialized in every kind of illness, whether it be the most common or the rarest of emerging conditions. The San Raffaele Hospital is a national reference centers for molecular medicine, diabetes and metabolic diseases, as well as biotechnology and bio-imaging. The Hospital dedicates many of its resources to the treatment of cancer, cardiovascular diseases and numerous acute and chronic-degenerative diseases. San Raffaele also has a highly specialized Accident and Emergency Department that serves a vast area.
The San Raffaele Scientific Institute (SRSI)
Scientific research at San Raffaele covers virtually all fields of biomedical research and spawns from a variety of activities that are performed in different Divisions, Institutes and Research Centers. The integration of basic, translational and clinical research aimed at providing the best assistance for our patients is what characterizes the SRSI environment. Moreover, numerous partnerships with some of the most important research centers in the world contribute to make SRSI widely renowned. SRSI also holds a significant number of licenses and patents through which research results are brought to the patient more efficiently.
QUICK FACTS ON OSR Accredited with the National Health Service 1,400 beds Receives more than 60,000 inpatients per year More than 25,000 surgical operations per year Serves more than 7 million outpatients
QUICK FACTS ON SRSI Covers an area of 130,000 m2 1163 scientific publications total production in 2015 Total impact factor in 2015: 6.465,668 Recognized as IRCCS in 2001 and specialized in Molecular Medicine
4 5 6 History and Faculties
Vita-Salute San Raffaele University opened in 1996 with the Faculty of Psychology, followed by the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery in 1998 and the Faculty of Philosophy in 2002.
The Faculty of Psychology
The “mind” is the Faculty of Psychology’s field of study: the course curricula concentrate on the biological foundations of psychic activity, on affective and cognitive mental functions and processes, on the structure and construction of personality and on the world of interpersonal relationships. The Faculty of Psychology relies on the research facilities of the San Raffaele hospital (in particular for the neurosciences field) and on the San Raffaele Turro Department of clinical neurosciences, which has become a reference point for psychiatric assistance.
The Faculty of Philosophy
The Faculty of Philosophy of Vita-Salute San Raffaele University aims at interpreting philosophy as concrete thought from an interdisciplinary and pluralist perspective. Philosophy is thought of as a way to interpret the issues and challenges of the modern world and to plan for the future and the University’s programme explores the ethical and political issues fundamental to a modern, globalized, multicultural and technological society that is characterized by scientific progress. Master programmes and PhD courses are offered in both faculties.
The Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
The Faculty of Medicine and Surgery of Vita-Salute San Raffaele University is an advanced and modern school of medicine, open to the scientific world and to the evolution of knowledge in scientific fields. Furthermore, training doctors in how to relate to their patients is also fundamental. From the very beginning of their study programmes, students have the opportunity to experience the advanced help provided by the IRCCS San Raffaele hospital and with the high quality research that is undertaken within the organization. The added value of the San Raffaele “system” (scientific institute, hospital as part of the San Donato Hospital Group and university) comes from the possibility of transferring data from research to patients immediately. Advanced teaching, students’ participation in assistance and research, internationalization and interdisciplinarity are the main strengths of the Faculty.
UniSR FACTS & FIGURES Fully accredited University located in Milan Quality Certified Total enrollment: 2,800 International students coming from more than 20 countries Free Italian language courses for foreign students 15:1 undergraduate Faculty/Student Ratio 6 Graduate Courses 6 Undergraduate Courses 2 English Taught Courses Masters and PhD programs 27 Medical Specialization schools Part of the Erasmus+ Program Part of the GHLO ® network 7 Facilities and Services
A unique campus, offering an unrivalled position for a medical school in the heart of a hospital and research complex with all facilities at a walking distance. With the very latest teaching facilities and with a friendly atmosphere the campus offers something for everyone. Students will benefit from the facilities including:
Modern purpose built lecture halls Rooms for specific training activities (small groups, patient simulators, mannequins) Skills labs (for practical activities) Computer rooms with dedicated teaching software Study and consultation rooms
Library with more than 20,000 printed medical text books and access to several thousands of electronic journals. It offers a large and well-lit reading room with spaces for online research and two study rooms. The paper document collection can be accessed directly by users and over the years. The library boasts of the cutting-edge discovery tool Summon.
and from opportunities and daily life services:
University Sports and cultural activities Wi-Fi connection throughout the campus Canteens, restaurants and bars Supermarket on campus Discounted private dental and medical practice in San Raffaele Hospital Parking
Vita-Salute San Raffaele University has two dedicated student halls called Cascina Melghera and Cassinella which are part of the cultural project and educational offer of the University. They are newly reconstructed typical Lombardy farmhouses comprising single en-suite rooms and offering weekly cleaning and fresh linen service. There are more than 170 rooms among the two Residences and application to each is regulated by a regulation. The UniSR Residences offer a fully equipped gyms and common rooms where students can gather to study or for leisure activities and where they can live an enriching community life.
8 9 10 Going International The UniSR International Office
The UniSR International Office is the main contact for all issues related to Internationalization within the University; from international cooperation agreements to student and staff mobility through the Erasmus+ Program but not only. The International Office is the referent for international students interested in applying to the University. It offers support to foreign students for registering to the admission competitions, obtain the necessary visa for coming to study in Italy and the residence permit once enrolled. It also helps students select their preferred accommodation option and gives general assistance on everyday issues for non-Italian speakers such as choosing and renewing health insurances or applying to the national health system, opening a bank account, dealing with personal issue such as rental contracts, bills, internet connections and much more.
ERASMUS +
Vita-Salute San Raffaele is part of the EU Erasmus+ Program. Students registered to the courses within UniSR can participate to the Erasmus competition calls for a study period abroad in another Erasmus+ partner Institution and according to the regulations of each degree course. The Traineeship Mobility (ex- Placement) gives students also the opportunity to undertake an internship in a foreign country, in companies, institutions, foundations or other organizations, with the support of a scholarship which helps students to partially cover mobility expenses. The internship is fully recognized from an academic point of view.
Worldwide connections
Vita-Salute San Raffaele is also part of the GHLO®, Global Health Learning Opportunities, a program of the AAMC – American Association of Medical Colleges which streamlines the application procedure for medical students of the final year interested in clinical, global health, and research electives worldwide. UniSR Medical Students can search and apply for electives all over the world and benefit from the opportunities offered by the network of collaborating institutions.
11 When I first got to Milan, I didn’t know anyone and I had no knowledge of the Italian language, however this seemed like the perfect starting point to build my new career from scratch. In addition to the academic experience, in Italy I have found much more “than I could imagine and today Milan means home to me, in this city I didn’t just make friends but I’ve found a huge family! By the time I graduated from High school, I made the decision to pursue a career in medicine. Since I was interested in continuing my studies in Europe, I started searching for a university hospital with a national and global reputation conducting a program in English. San Raffaele offered what I was looking for and its International MD Program
became my first choice. From the early preclinical years, I started to appreciate the dynamic scientific research environment as we were lectured by influential clinicians
and scientists who introduced us to the new discoveries coming out of San Raffaele research centers. This always inspired me and boosted my motivation to continue on this path and deepen my knowledge. As soon as we started the clinical years, I had a great exposure to clinical and practical medicine. The medical staff of San Raffaele Hospital “ strongly involved me in their daily activities. San Raffaele offers a lot more than just medical education. This University gave me the chance to develop the skills necessary in my future career, providing high-quality courses and teaching, modern facilities, and supporting students throughout their learning experience.
12 MOAD AL AIDROOYEMENS. - INTERNATIONAL MD PROGRAM. CLASS OF 2017 13 14
ALYSSA VECCHIO USA. - INTERNATIONAL MD PROGRAM - CLASS OF 2018 The International MD Program at San Raffaele is unique in its education and community. The curriculum is becoming a hybrid of the European and North American medical education in a classroom with students from around the world. The WHO ranked the “Italian health care system second in the world, so I believe it is a wonderful environment to study medicine. We have small class sizes that allows for a personalized education – whether that means a stage in the ward or extra questions at the end of a lecture. Both
international students and Italian students with global ambitions have a home here at San Raffaele.
The diverse student body is truly a highlight of this program and you will find yourself with friends from all corners of the world. Plus, the opportunity to live and study abroad allows you to learn more about yourself as you integrate into a new environment. Whether you decide to practice medicine in Europe or in your country of origin, San Raffaele introduces “ you to a spectrum of perspectives to prepare you to implement your work in any scenario. For students excited about the prospect of studying at one of the leading university in Europe with the chance to meet a series of future colleagues/mentors and to pursue your studies abroad, I think you will find a home here as UniSR as well.
15 English-Taught Courses in UniSR The International MD Program
The International MD Program was inaugurated in 2010 as one of the first international medical programs offered in English in Italy. This program is specifically designed for training international physicians able to provide core “global” competencies necessary for the safe, effective and ethical practice of medicine around the world. Thanks to a collaboration with an external independent third party, our students get familiar with the main platform used for most common foreign licensing examinations and are tested twice a year on all subjects of the preceding year(s). Clinical rotations and practical activities are scheduled starting from year three and are carried out in the renowned San Raffaele Hospital. Part of the clinical activities can be organized abroad especially during the last terms of the program as specific training for the students’ final graduation thesis. Graduates from the International MD Program are awarded an M.D - Doctor of Medicine – degree recognized by the European Union, the World Health Organization, the British General Medical Council and by the US Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG®)
Admission to the International MD Program
Admission to the International MD Program is based on selection through the University’s admission test, which is mandatory for all candidates. The test is a one-hundred logic and problem-solving questionnaire with questions on Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Maths. A limited number of places are available each year with specific quotas reserved to EU and Non EU Citizens. Candidates are ranked according to the score obtained in the test and admitted to enrolment until all places are occupied. No other exam or high school scores can be for admission since only the test results make the final rankings. The dedicated competition call is published before each intake and contains all details on dates, testing sites, deadlines, fees and requirements. Candidates who have completed high school and have minimum 12 years of education can participate to the admission competition. Students with pre-medical and bachelor degrees must sit the admission test as well and may request an evaluation of their prior academic studies once enrolled. An English language knowledge certificate corresponding to level C1 is mandatory as well for students not coming from all English taught schools. Direct transfer requests can be evaluated only for students who are enrolled to Medical schools.
16 17 18 The master’s degree in Cognitive Psychology in Health Communication
The MSc in Cognitive Psychology in Health Communication is a new program, which offers training in Cognitive Psychology, Neuroscience and Communication, and is jointly offered by the Institute of Communication and Health of Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) and the Faculty of Psychology of Vita-Salute San Raffaele University. This program has a duration of two years and is a graduate level course. It is designed to train students who will understand the causes of health-related behaviour and who will be able to design new and effective interventions to prevent disease and promote health focusing on the intersection between the theoretical bases of cognitive psychology and those of communication applied to the context of health. Students who choose this specialization will get a strong biological, methodological and statistics training, gaining also knowledge in management. The entire program takes advantage of the synergies between the two Universities and offers a high level of innovation thanks to the advanced technologies available on both sites in terms of high-tech equipment, data centers, laboratories, and healthcare facilities. Graduates from this program will work in clinics and governmental health organizations, NGOs or other health domains and will be trained for designing new and effective interventions to prevent disease and promote health. Admission to the master’s degree in Cognitive Psychology in Health Communication
Candidates interested in applying must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology granted by a recognized university. Classes are small and admittance depends on the final grade of the Bachelor degree in Psychology. Non-English native speakers or students whose previous studies were not carried out in English must also possess an internationally acknowledged English language certification. Applications are managed by Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) and a specific regulation with deadlines and requirements is published on both university’s websites at the opening of applications.
19 Master’s degree in Biotechnology and Medical Biology
This 2-Year MSc in Biotechnology and Medical Biology bridges theoretical knowledge to hands- on training in biological research, with an emphasis on biological processes underpinning human physiology and pathology. As the English language is nowadays an essential requirement for worldwide communication, all teaching activities as well as the final dissertation that the students will be writing and discussing will be conducted in English. Obviously, all students will be trained in reaching what we consider a final goal and will enjoy ample help to progress from an intermediate proficiency in English (necessary to pass the entrance test) to a level of professional communication. Our Graduates will be exposed to an intensive training in the research laboratories of the San Raffaele Scientific Institute (or in linked institutions in Italy and abroad) culminating in the discussion of a written dissertation. Thus, our Graduates will be led through a short yet complete research project; they will personally know what and why to look for, how to design a research project, how to generate and interpret data, and how to communicate their results to other researchers, through both oral and written presentations in English. Our teaching methodology encourages students to take active responsibility for their own learning; “student-centered” and “self-directed” learning are the keywords for this approach. Thus, top-down learning is complemented by a bottom-up learning aiming at solving issues arising during the research project.
San Raffaele research environment
The unique research environment of the San Raffaele Scientific Institute provides students with the most stimulating and interdisciplinary conditions to study and conduct research as it promotes encounters of people and massive flows of ideas. Together with our University, the Institute reunites in the same campus the Ospedale San Raffaele, an internationally recognized center of excellence in numerous areas of biomedical research, also part of the San Donato Group, one of the most prominent research centers and hospitals in Europe. Nearly all of our Graduates are in paid employment or paid training within a few months after their thesis dissertation, either in biotechnological or pharmacological companies, or in the PhD in Molecular Medicine of our University or in other programs in Europe, North America or Asia.
Admission to the master’s degree in Biotechnology and Medical Biology
Candidates interested in sending in their application for this course must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Biology or Biotechnology granted by a recognized university. There are 60 places available. Admittance depends on the results of an admission test delivered in English and based on the understanding of a short scientific article.
Admissions: Foreign Titles and Study Visas
Acknowledging that each degree program has different admission procedures, the minimum requirement for applying to the MSc degrees is to possess a Bachelor’s degree in the indicated subjects. The minimum requirement for participating to the International Medical Degree program is to possess a high school diploma (International Baccalaureate/ A-Levels/ Maturità/etc) and have at least 12 years of education. All foreign (non –Italian) degrees and high school certificates must be translated and verified by the local Italian Diplomatic Authority who will release the Declaration of Validity needed for enrolling once admitted. If you are a non-European citizen, you will also have to request a Study Visa and go through the pre-enrollment procedure, as envisaged by the regulation on Study Visas by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Candidates are personally responsible for obtaining the necessary documentation and travel documents before enrolling to any course within UniSR.
20 21 22 HOW TO REACH US
Vita-Salute San Raffaele University is in 58, Via Olgettina – 20132 Milan and can be reached as follows: With public transportation: Cascina Gobba stop on the undeground MM2 (Milan Metro Line 2) and then the direct shuttle train (which requires an additional ticket) or the bus n° 925 towards Milano Due and San Raffaele. By car: from the eastern ring road ( Tangenziale est), Cascina Gobba exit. From Linate airport: Atm 923 bus to H.S. RAFFAELE or a 10 minute taxi drive. From Malpensa airport: A 50 minute taxi drive or a train or “Malpensa Express” shuttle to the Cadorna or Central Station then MM2 (Milan Metro Line 2), Cascina Gobba stop and then the direct shuttle train (which requires an additional ticket) or the bus n° 925 towards Milano Due and San Raffaele. From Orio al Serio airport: a 40 minute taxi drive or the Autostradale or Shuttle buses and then MM2 (Milan Metro Line 2), Cascina Gobba stop ) and then the direct shuttle train (which requires an additional ticket) or the bus n° 925 towards Milano Due and San Raffaele. OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL SERVICES AND ADMISSIONS
Phone: +39 02.91751.543/ 544/ 580 Email: [email protected]
Vita-Salute San Raffaele University is in 58, Via Olgettina Milan - IT
23
Via Olgettina, 58 - 20132 Milano - Italia Tel. +39 02 91751.543 www.unisr.it