Medicine and surgery   (Class 43/S)

Graduates of this second degree course must have: 
 

• the scientific basis, theory and practical knowledge required by the European directive 75/363/CEE to enter the medical profession. Graduates must also have the methodology and background needed to participate in continuing education.

• professional, decisional, and operational autonomy, characterised by a holistic approach, so that the biological, physical, and chemical elements of the environment may be taken into account when facing health issues.  A total of 360 university credits acquired over six years is needed to fulfil this second degree, with 60 of these credits dedicated to the development of specific professional skills;

• essential theoretical knowledge derived from the basic sciences with a view to practical application;

• the ability to collect and critically analyse data regarding an individual’s state of well-being using a clinical and an overall point of view, while taking socio-cultural  factors into consideration; the ability to interpret that data using the knowledge of basic sciences, physiopathology, pathologies of organs and  apparatuses;

• the ability and experience, combined with the faculty for self-evaluation, to responsibly confront and solve priority health problems in terms of diagnosis, prognosis, treatment and rehabilitation;

• knowledge of medical ethics and history;

• the ability to communicate with patients and their family members in a clear, humane way;

• the ability to collaborate with professionals in group health activities;

• the ability to include economic considerations in medical decisions;

• the ability to recognise community health problems and to intervene in a competent manner.

Dentistry and orthodontics   (Class 52/S)

Graduates of this second degree course  must acquireessential theoretical knowledge  of the basic sciences so that it may be appliedprofessionally. 
They must also be able to: 
 

• collect and analyse data regarding an individual’s stomatological apparatus using a clinical and an overall point of view, while taking socio-cultural  factors into consideration;

• interpret the data using their basic knowledge, physiopathology, and the pathologies related to the stomatological and systemic apparatuses;

• develop the ability to communicate with patients and their family members in a clear, humane way;

• develop the ability to organise teamwork, communicate with and manage human resources.

In addition, it will be essential that graduates have increased: 
 

• their basic knowledge of biology and physiology so that they may understand, both quantitatively and qualitatively, biological and physiological phenomena, and the principles of molecular biological processes;

• their knowledge of those biological and behavioural sciences that modern techniques of oral health maintenance are based on;

• their awareness of the dental ethics concerning the treatment of a patient as both an individual and as a member of his/ her community.

Finally, graduates must have developed: 
 

• those competences in applied computer science and statistics that are necessary in order to carry out continuing professional development;

•   adequate knowledge  of the principles of diagnostic images and of the clinical use of ionising radiation and its safe application.

Veterinary Medicine   (Class 47/S)

Graduates of this second degree course must possess: 
 

• the essential theoretical knowledge derived from the basic sciences so that it may be applied professionally;

• the ability to collect and critically analyse data regarding the state of well-being of a single animal or as livestock, and the ability to interpret such data using knowledge from basic sciences, physiopathology, and the pathologies  of organs and apparatuses;  graduates must also be prepared to carry out medical and /or surgical interventions for the treatment of animals;

• knowledge of epidemiology , diagnosis, prophylaxis, and the treatment and control of infectious and parasitical animal diseases;

• the ability to collect and critically analyse data regarding the state of health, hygiene and quality of food destined to human consumption, and any possible aberration therein; knowledge will also be needed of the production and processing procedures of foods of animal origin;

• knowledge of animal nutrition and alimentation and of the technology used in breeding;

• the ability to collect and critically analyse data regarding the impact of breeding on the environment.

Pharmacy and industrial pharmacy   (Class 14/S)

Graduates of this second degree course  must have acquired: 
 

• the knowledge of applied scientific research methodologies, especially those regarding issues in this field;

• the fundamental multidisciplinary  knowledge needed to understand a drug, its structure and its activity in relation to its interaction with bio-molecules on a cellular and systematic level, as well as an understanding of the activities needed to prepare and carry out controls on medications;

• knowledge of Chemistry, biology, pharmacological economics and of the national as well as European laws regulating the various activities of the pharmaceutical sector ; such activities require the specific education and training of a professional who, in the field of medicine and health products, must be able to guarantee the prerequisites for safety, quality and effectiveness, as required by WHO and national/European directives;

• the knowledge needed for the fulfilment of pharmaceutical duties in the national health services context;

• a good command of the scientific methods of research.

Pharmacy   (Class 24)

Graduates of this first degree course must: 
 

• acquire adequate basic knowledge of Chemistry as it relates to molecular structure, ionic balance and the chemism of functional groups;

• gain adequate knowledge of animal and vegetable biology and of the morphology and physiology of the human body;

• gain  knowledge of general biochemistry in order to understand the molecular mechanisms of biological phenomena and metabolic activity; graduates must also understand enzymes, proteins and nucleic acids in their function as receptors of pharmaceutical drugs;
• have acquired knowledge of pharmaceutical chemistry and pharmacology in order to understand pharmaceuticals and their characteristics with regards to pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and toxicity;

• know pharmaceutical forms, as well as the materials used in the preparation of formulations;

• be also aware of the legislative and ethical norms useful to work professionally in the various aspects of the field.

Nursing and midwifery   (Class SNT/1)

Graduates of this degree course  must have acquired adequate knowledge of the basic disciplines so that they may best understand the most significant elements at the basis of the physiological and pathological processes regarding prevention and treatment, in both their specific professions; they must also be able to interact at their best with professionals from related  health sectors.

Health professions for rehabilitation   (Class SNT/2)

Graduates of this first degree course  must have acquired adequate knowledge of the basic disciplines so that they may best understand the most significant elements of the pathological processes in the treatment and/or rehabilitation of children, adults and the elderly.

Technical health professions   (Class SNT/3)

Graduates of this first degree course  must have acquired adequate knowledge of the basic disciplines so that they may best understand the most significant elements at the basis of the pathological processes which develop in childhood, adulthood and old age for the purpose of diagnostic intervention. 
 

Health professions for preventive care   (Class SNT/4)

Graduates of this first degree course  must have acquired adequate knowledge of the basic disciplines so that they may best understand the most significant elements of the pathological processes which develop in childhood, adulthood and old age for the purpose of  preventive and/or rehabilitative intervention.

Agriculture, food industry and forestry   (Class 20)

Graduates of this first degree course must: 
 

• possess adequate basic knowledge in the fields of Mathematics, physics, computer science, chemistry and biology for the purposes of  application;

• know research methods and be able to participate in research and experimentation, as well as use their knowledge to solve the various practical problems in the agriculture, food industry and forestry sectors;

• possess knowledge and competence of operational procedures and lab work, in one or more of the following sectors: agriculture, food industry and forestry;

• be able to give technical assistance in the agriculture, food industry and forestry sectors;

• be able to evaluate what impact agriculture, the food industry and forestry projects have on the environment;

• understand the corporate environment and the relative economic, managerial and organisational aspects of the agriculture, food industry and forestry sectors;

• possess the basic education and ability needed to constantly update their knowledge and professional competence.

Environmental sciences   (Class 27)

Graduates of this first degree course must: 
 

understand the systemic nature of the environment and possess good working knowledge of the scientific methods used to analyse the components and factors of the processes, systems and problems that regard the environment in its natural state or altered by man;

• possess adequate competence in and instruments for effective communication and management of information.

Architecture and construction engineering

Degree courses in this field are divided into two types:

° single-cycle second degree courses (5 years), and

° two-cycle degree courses (a first degree course lasting three-years, plus a second degree course of a two-year duration). 
 

Students who choose the three-year option can decide to enter the labour market or opt to continue their studies by registering for one of the second degree courses (2 years).  In this way, after having passed the national exam licensing to the profession, students may join the same professional register of architects as those who have completed the single-cycle five- year degree course.

A) Architecture and construction engineering: Single-cycle second degree course (5 years), or  two-cycle degree courses (first degree course of 3 years, plus second degree course of 2 years)   (Class 4/S)

Graduates of this degree course must: 
 

• possess thorough knowledge of the history of architecture and building, and related tools and stylistic forms;

• acquire knowledge of the technical, scientific, methodological and operational aspects of Mathematics and of the other sciences fundamental to the subject matter,

• be able to use their knowledge to thoroughly interpret and describe complex problems in the field, as well as those problems requiring a more interdisciplinary approach;

• possess thorough knowledge of the technical, scientific, methodological and operational aspects of the disciplines pertaining to the course chosen,  and also be able to use this knowledge to identify and solve complex problems regarding architecture and building, as well as problems regarding a more interdisciplinary approach;

• have an understanding of business culture and professional ethics.

B) Architecture and construction engineering (only 3-year degree courses)   (Class 4)

Graduates from the three-year first degree course must:

• possess adequate knowledge of the history of architecture and building, and related tools and stylistic forms;

• have acquired knowledge of the methodological and operational aspects of mathematics and of the other sciences fundamental to the subject matter, and be able to use this knowledge to interpret and describe problems related to architecture and building;

• possess adequate knowledge of the methodological and operational aspects regarding the disciplines pertaining to the course chosen, and also be able to use this knowledge to identify and solve architecture and building problems of by using up-to-date methods, techniques and tools;

• have an adequate understanding of cost calculations and of the whole process for the production of building materials.

Technologies for conservation and restoration of cultural assets   (Class 41)

Graduates of this degree course must: 
 

• understand the structural and material characteristics of works of art in order to carry out conservation projects;

• possess the competences needed to carry out projects, using the proper technology, in one or more of the following areas: arresting the decay and/or structural instability of historical buildings,of historical artistic, theatrical, musical assets, , archives, and cinema; removal of the causes of decay; conservation of environmental and anthropological heritage;

• possess adequate technical and scientific knowledge  of architectural measuring processes, the structural characteristics of cultural works, the materials used in the works, and the types of technology used to restore and conserve them;

• be able to work in public institutions  responsible for the management and

maintenance of the national cultural heritage, as well as in those private professional organisations which operate in the restoration and conservation sectors;

• be able to communicate and manage information effectively.

be able to communicate and manage information effectively. 
 

Biology   (Class 12)

Graduates of this degree course must: 
 

• have an adequate basic knowledge of the different branches of biology;

• acquire general research skills as well as develop specific research methods in relations to their main subject fields;

• have learnt how to apply their competences  so that they may operate effectively in the biological sector;

• be able to communicate and manage information effectively.

Biotechnologies   (Class 1)

Graduates of this degree course must: 
 

• have adequate knowledge of molecular and cellular biological systems;

• have that scientific and knowledge and practical experience  of multidisciplinary techniques  which enables to apply biotechnology to the production of goods and services by the use of biological systems;

• acquire appropriate biotechnological methods and be able to apply them in real situations, respecting normative laws and professional ethics;

• be able to communicate and manage information effectively;

• be able to write technical and scientific reports.

Chemistry   (Class 21)

Graduates of this degree course must: 
 

• acquire adequate knowledge in the different basic , theoretical and experimental sectors of chemistry;

• be able to use the proper research methods  of the different subject fields of chemistry so as to solve operational problems;

• communicate and manage information effectively.

Industrial design   (Class 42)

• Graduates of this degree course must:be able to ideate and carry out design projects, from start to finish, for single and mass-produced items, using appropriate techniques and design strategies;

• have the necessary visual, multimedia and interactive communications knowledge needed to present a finished design project effectively.

Physics   (Class 25)

Graduates of this degree course must:  
 

• have adequate knowledge of classic and modern physics;

• acquire the adequate research methods needed to represent and verify models for physics theories;

• have operational knowledge of laboratories;

• know how to use appropriate mathematical and computer instruments;

• be able to apply their professional competences to specific contexts; e.g. to provide scientific support in various fields, such as  health, medicine, environment, energy conservation, cultural heritage and the various activities aimed at spreading scientific knowledge;

• be able to communicate and manage information effectively.

Computer Science   (Class 26)

Graduates of this degree course must: 
 

• have knowledge of computing and information technologies for the planning and implementation of computer systems;

• be able to analyse problems and develop information systems to solve them;

• acquire research methods and be able to apply them in real situations using the necessary mathematical tools.

Civil and environmental engineering   (Class 8)

Graduates of this degree course must: 
 

• have knowledge of mathematical and scientific methods, and be able to apply it to analyse and describe engineering problems;

• have a sound knowledge of engineering methods and their applications in either civil, environmental or territorial engineering, and be able to identify and solve problems using up-to-date methods and tools;

• be able to use tools and techniques to design components, systems and processes;

• be able to conduct experiments and analyse their results;

• be able to understand the impact of engineering solutions on society and the environment;

• understand professional and ethical responsibilities;

• know business culture with regards to economics, management and organisation;

• have a knowledge of the current issues in the field;

• have good interpersonal and decision-making skills;

• understand the importance of keeping abreast of developments in the field.

Industrial Engineering   (Class 10)

Graduates of this degree course must:  
 

• have adequate knowledge of mathematical and scientific methods and their applications so that they are able to analyse and describe engineering problems;

• have a sound knowledge of engineering methods and their applications in industrial engineering, and be able to identify and solve problems in the field using  the most up-to-date methods and tools;

• be able to use tools and techniques to design components, systems and processes;

• be able to conduct experiments and analyse their results;

• be able to understand the impact of engineering solutions on society and the environment;

• understand professional and ethical responsibilities;

• know business culture with regards to economics, management and organisation;

• have a knowledge of current issues in the field;

• have good interpersonal and decision-making skills;

• understand the importance of keeping abreast of developments in the field.

Information technology   (Class 9)

Graduates of this degree course must: 
 

• have adequate knowledge of mathematical and scientific methods and their applications so as to be able to analyse and describe engineering problems;

• have sound knowledge of engineering methods and their applications in information technology, and be able to identify and solve problems in the field using  the most up-to-date methods and tools;

• be able to use tools and techniques to design components, systems and processes;

• be able to conduct experiments and analyse their results;