About the Marche Polytechnic University
Founded in 1969, Marche Polytechnic University (Università Politecnica delle Marche – UNIVPM) is a public university based in the coastal city of Ancona. Known for its strong academic focus on science, technology, health, and applied research, the university offers a dynamic study environment and has developed a growing international profile over the years.
Year of Foundation: 1969
Location: Ancona, Marche, Italy
Official Website: UNIVPM
About the Medicine and Surgery (Medicine & Technology) Degree Programme
The Single Cycle Degree Programme in Medicine and Surgery at Marche Polytechnic University is a six-year course taught entirely in English. Established in 2022 and also known as Medicine & Technology, it is a modern and innovative medical programme that combines the core training of medicine with fundamental knowledge in engineering and biomedical technology. Unlike the traditional Medicine and Surgery programme, it offers students a more interdisciplinary path and the opportunity to broaden their academic profile through additional studies in Biomedical Engineering.
World Rankings
Overall University Rankings
| Ranking Organization | World Ranking |
| QS – World University Rankings 2026 | 801-850 |
| THE (Times Higher Education) – World University Rankings 2026 | 401-500 |
| ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) – 2025 Academic Ranking of World Universities | 601-700 |
| CWTS Leiden Ranking – Traditional Edition 2025 | 653 |
Medicine Subject Rankings
(These rankings reflect the overall performance of the medical faculty.)
| Ranking Organization | Medicine Ranking |
| QS (Medicine) | 701-850 |
| THE (Medical and Health) | 301-400 |
| ARWU (Clinical Medicine) | – |
| CWTS Leiden (Biomedical and health sciences) | 542 |
Admission Quotas and IMAT Score Ranges
Annual Student Quotas
- EU students: 20
- Non-EU students: 60
IMAT Score Statistics
This table shows the highest score among all admitted students, together with the minimum admission scores for the EU and Non-EU quotas.
| Academic Year | Highest Score (EU & Non-EU) | EU Minimum Score | Non-EU Minimum Score |
| 2025 | 79 | ~57 | 58.2 |
| 2024 | 85.1 | ~57 | 60.3 |
| 2023 | 70.8 | 35.3 | 43 |
Tuition Fees, Scholarships, and Accommodation
Tuition Fees
At Italian public universities, tuition fees are calculated based on the official ISEE (family income) certificate.
This system applies to both EU and Non-EU students, meaning that fees are income-based.
Depending on family income:
- Fees can be very low or even fully waived,
- Or can reach approximately €500–€5,000 per year for higher-income families.
Scholarships – DSU (Diritto allo Studio Universitario)
The DSU regional scholarship is a public financial aid program that provides eligible students with financial grants, accommodation, and subsidized meals. It is available at all Italian public universities and is awarded by the regional authority where the university is located.
Learn more about the DSU Regional Scholarship, which provides financial aid, accommodation, and meals to eligible students.
Marche Polytechnic University Scholarships
Details on merit-based and financial support scholarships offered by Marche Polytechnic University are available on the Financial Support page.
Accommodation
Learn more about student accommodation and housing options at Marche Polytechnic University.
