Vita-Salute San Raffaele University

Vita-Salute San Raffaele University (Italian: Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele, commonly UniSR) is a private, non-profit university located in Milan, Italy, founded in 1996. It is closely affiliated with the San Raffaele Hospital and Research Institute, one of Italy’s leading biomedical and clinical research centers, giving students strong opportunities for clinical integration and translational research as part of their education.

Key Features

Accreditation & Recognition

UniSR is officially recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education and is well-regarded for high-quality teaching and research, particularly in health and medical sciences. It consistently ranks highly in national evaluations and performs strongly in international metrics such as research citations and student-faculty ratio.

Location & Campus

The main campus is in Milan (Lombardy, Italy) and includes modern academic facilities integrated with the San Raffaele Hospital campus. There are also student residences and services that support campus life and international students.

Academic Focus & Programs

UniSR specializes in life sciences, medicine, psychology, and philosophy, offering a range of undergraduate, graduate, and PhD programs, some taught in English.

1. Medicine & Surgery: A 6-year International Medical Doctor Program (IMDP) taught in English with early clinical exposure.
2. Health & Allied Sciences: Nursing, Physiotherapy, Dental Hygiene, Imaging and Radiotherapy Techniques.
3. Medicine-related Sciences: Biotechnology and Medical Biology, Molecular Medicine research paths.
4. Psychology: Psychological Sciences and communication, cognitive psychology, etc.
5. Philosophy & Humanities: Bachelor’s and Master’s programs in philosophy and related fields.

Research & Integration

Teaching and research are tightly integrated, with UniSR students participating in clinical and laboratory research at affiliated institutes. The San Raffaele Hospital partnership supports both practical medical training and biomedical research.

Student Life & International Orientation

1. Campus services include student residences, cultural activities, sports, and community life.
2. Support for international students includes language courses (e.g., Italian language offerings) and an international office.
3. Milan’s vibrant urban setting offers cultural, professional, and research opportunities beyond the campus.