The University of Milan (Università degli Studi di Milano, also known as 'La Statale') is one of Italy's most prestigious public universities and offers a six-year International Medical School (IMS) programme taught entirely in English. The programme was among Italy's first English-taught medical courses and attracts students from across Europe and beyond. Clinical rotations take place at Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico (one of Milan's oldest and largest hospitals), San Paolo Hospital, and Luigi Sacco Hospital — providing exposure to Milan's enormous patient population and diverse pathology.

Research strengths include genetics (the university contributed to the Human Genome Project), oncology, cardiovascular medicine, and transplantation science. Milan is Italy's economic capital and fashion hub, offering exceptional cultural life, cuisine, and professional opportunities — though living costs are higher than other Italian cities. For UK students, the English-taught programme, EU-recognised degree, GMC registration eligibility, and tuition of approximately €3,900/year (for EU students — subject to residency) make Milan's IMS among the best-value medical programmes in Western Europe.