UniCamillus Medicine 2025: Structure and Syllabus

Preparing for the UniCamillus Medicine and Surgery admission test means understanding how the exam is built, which subjects are included, and what kind of questions to expect.
Today we’ll go through everything step by step — from how many questions there are to how the topics are distributed, how much time you’ll have, the official syllabus for 2025, and how to study effectively for each subject using TestBuddy, the all-in-one study app built to help you pass without anxiety.

All the official information comes from the UniCamillus admission calls and decrees for 2025/2026.

How many questions there are and how they’re divided

For EU and equivalent candidates, the test is made up of 60 multiple-choice questions in English, with five possible answers and only one correct.
The questions are divided into:

• 15 on logical reasoning and text comprehension
• 35 on scientific subjects (10 Biology, 10 Chemistry, 10 Physics, 5 Mathematics)
• 10 on humanitarian topics related to UniCamillus’s global health mission

This means the exam covers both reasoning and science, testing how well you can think critically and recall key concepts.

For non-EU candidates living abroad, the written exam is the Internet Reasoning Test – 3 (IRT-3), consisting of 51 questions divided equally into verbal, numerical, and abstract reasoning.
After this, there’s an oral interview in English that includes questions on general knowledge, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics.

Test duration and exam rules

The exam for EU candidates lasts 60 minutes and takes place online, from your own home under remote supervision. The official date for 2025 is December 16, 2025.

To take the test, you must use a computer with a webcam and microphone, along with a smartphone or tablet positioned behind you to record the environment. Both devices connect through ProctorExam, the official invigilation software used by UniCamillus.

During the exam:

• You must show your ID for verification before starting.
• No earphones, extra screens, or external devices are allowed.
• You can use two blank sheets and a pen for quick calculations, after showing them to the supervisor.
• You must stay visible throughout the entire session — leaving the room or looking away may invalidate the attempt.

For students with specific learning disorders, the University grants 30% extra time, as stated in the official ministerial decree.

For non-EU candidates, the written IRT-3 is scheduled between October 21–24, 2025, followed by the oral interview between October 27 and November 5, 2025.

Subjects and weight of each section

In the EU test, every correct answer gives 1.5 points, and the maximum score is 90 points.
So, the scientific section — with 35 questions — weighs the most (up to 52.5 points), followed by logic and comprehension (22.5 points) and humanitarian culture (15 points).

In the non-EU test, the written IRT-3 gives a maximum of 51 points, while the oral exam gives up to 69 points, for a total of 120.

Official syllabus 2025: from macro to micro

The official syllabus defines exactly what to study. Here’s the structure of the main areas.

Logical reasoning and text comprehension

It includes understanding written passages, identifying relationships, completing logical sequences, and choosing the most coherent conclusion. These questions test how you reason and how clearly you read in English.

Biology

You must know the chemistry of living organisms, biomolecules, enzymes, and the cell as a functional unit. Study prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, viruses, cellular structures, and the cell cycle (mitosis and meiosis).
Then move to genetics (Mendel’s laws, DNA, RNA, protein synthesis, gene regulation), bioenergetics, and evolution. Human and animal anatomy and physiology are also included — especially systems, tissues, and homeostasis.

Chemistry

Focus on atomic structure, elements and periodic trends, chemical bonds, and states of matter.
Understand stoichiometry, solutions, acids and bases, and oxidation–reduction reactions. You should also recognize organic chemistry basics — hydrocarbons, alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids.

Physics

Covers measurements, motion, forces, energy, thermodynamics, and electricity.
You’ll find formulas involving velocity, acceleration, Newton’s laws, work and power, and electrical circuits.
The key is to understand principles, not memorize formulas.

Mathematics

You need strong basics in algebra, geometry, functions, logarithms, trigonometry, and probability.
Practice solving first and second-degree equations, interpreting graphs, and recognizing patterns in data.

Humanitarian mission topics

This section checks your awareness of global health issues, especially in low-resource countries. It’s not about memorizing facts, but about understanding challenges in healthcare systems, public health, and humanitarian cooperation.

Question types and style

All questions are in English and multiple-choice.
You’ll encounter reasoning problems, data interpretation, short texts, and scientific questions requiring quick recall.
Some logic questions may include simple diagrams or numerical data, while the humanitarian section tests comprehension rather than calculation.

Evaluation criteria and penalty for wrong answers

Each correct answer is worth 1.5 points.
Each wrong answer subtracts 0.25 points, and unanswered questions count as zero.

To be considered eligible, you must score at least 15% of the total.
If two candidates tie with the same score, priority goes to the one with the higher humanitarian section score.

For non-EU candidates, there’s no penalty for wrong answers in the IRT-3 test; the total score is the sum of the written and oral parts.

Most frequent topics in recent years

Looking at past UniCamillus exams, the structure and difficulty have stayed almost identical.
The scientific section has consistently focused on cell biology, genetics, chemistry of elements, and physics of motion and electricity.
Logic questions tend to revolve around text completion, deductive reasoning, and reading comprehension.
Humanitarian questions often refer to current global health issues, like access to care or disease prevention in developing countries.

How to study based on the syllabus

To study effectively, it helps to follow the same rhythm as the exam.
Since the scientific section has the highest weight, most of your time should go to Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, while keeping a daily routine for logic and English comprehension.

Building a plan means working by micro-topics — for example, studying “the cell” before “genetic inheritance” — so that each concept builds on the previous one.
You should test yourself daily under real exam timing (60 questions in 60 minutes) to get used to speed and focus.

This is where TestBuddy makes a real difference. In a single app, you can:

• practice official-style questions by topic,
• run complete timed simulations identical to the UniCamillus blueprint,
• track your weak areas with AI-powered statistics,
• and build a personalized study plan that adapts as you improve.

Through TestBuddy, you can review every mistake, compare progress, and focus on what really matters — transforming anxiety into a guided and measurable preparation.

Key details for 2025

The EU application is open until December 11, 2025 (1:00 p.m.) through the UniCamillus GOMP portal, with a €180 fee.
The exam is on December 16, 2025, and results are published by December 19, 2025. Enrolment closes on December 23, 2025 (3:00 p.m.).

For non-EU applicants, registration closes on October 17, 2025 (3:00 p.m.), the written IRT-3 runs October 21–24, and oral exams October 27–November 5.
Results are published on November 7, 2025, and enrolment must be finalized between November 10–14, 2025.

Where to find official sources

All the information in this article is based on the official UniCamillus decrees and documents:

• EU Admission Call 2025/2026 – DR n. 544 (10 October 2025)
• Non-EU Admission Call 2025/2026 – DR n. 515 (1 October 2025)
• UniCamillus Admission Calls Page