ISRMP — International Society of Remote Medical Practitioners
University of Pavia campus — ISRMP academic partnership
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Official Academic PartnershipAcademic Year 2026/2027

ISRMP & Università degli Studi di Pavia

Master's Degree in
Medical Management
in Remote Areas

Advanced training for healthcare management in isolated and challenging environments.

The first public university Master's degree in Europe dedicated to Medical Management in Remote Areas.

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12 Months
2 Semesters
1,500 Hours
Total Study Hours
60 CFU
Academic Credits
2026/2027
Academic Year

About the Partnership

A Historic Collaboration Between ISRMP & Pavia University

The first public university Master's degree in Europe dedicated exclusively to Medical Management in Remote Areas — combining ISRMP's 30+ years of expertise with Pavia's world-class academic infrastructure.

Master's Degree in Medical Management in Remote Areas — ISRMP & University of Pavia promotional poster
ISRMP Official Academic Partnership — Università degli Studi di Pavia
First public university Master's in Remote Medical Management in Europe
Internationally recognised qualification (60 CFU / ECTS)
Delivered by global remote medicine experts and academic faculty
Blended learning: online modules with practical field components

Extreme Environments

Mountains, deserts, forests, polar regions, and remote marine environments

Specialized Skills

Assessment, stabilization, and treatment in conditions of isolation and with limited resources

Telemedicine & Communication

Technologies and protocols for remote healthcare management and communication

International Experts

Medical doctors, paramedics, and professionals with global experience in remote medicine

English Thesis Applications

Applicants who have completed the ISRMP Associate Degree in Remote Medical Practitioner by September of each year may apply to sit the examination. Applicants must complete a 1-day University Thesis submission onsite.

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Full Curriculum

ISRMP Programme Pathways

Three progressive qualification levels — from Advanced Diploma through to the full Pavia University Master's degree.

Level 1

Advanced Diploma in Remote Medical Practitioner

12 months 60 Credits
  • Anatomy and Physiology8cr
  • Basic Emergency Care10cr
  • Wilderness First Aid8cr
  • Remote Area Clinical Skills12cr
  • Telemedicine Fundamentals6cr
  • Pharmacology Basics8cr
  • Pre-hospital Trauma Care8cr
Level 2

Associate Degree in Remote Medical Practitioner

24 months 120 Credits
  • Advanced Clinical Assessment10cr
  • Expedition and Dive Medicine12cr
  • Tropical and Infectious Diseases10cr
  • Emergency Surgical Procedures14cr
  • Mental Health in Isolation8cr
  • Medical Evacuation Logistics10cr
  • Research Methods8cr
  • Clinical Practicum24cr
  • Public Health in Remote Settings12cr
  • Disaster Response Management12cr
Featured
Level 3 — Pavia University

Masters in Medical Management in Remote Areas

12 months 60 CFU 1,500 Hours
  • Advanced Leadership in Healthcare10 CFU
  • Health Policy and Systems in Remote Areas8 CFU
  • Global Health Governance6 CFU
  • Medical Program Management8 CFU
  • Strategic Planning for Remote Healthcare6 CFU
  • Healthcare Quality and Safety6 CFU
  • Telemedicine Systems Design6 CFU
  • Capstone Thesis in Remote Medical Management10 CFU
Università degli Studi di Pavia, Italy

Programme Overview

Medical Management in Remote Areas

ISRMP Medical Management in Remote Areas — programme overview infographic

Programme Leadership

European Operations Director

Vanni Vincenzo — Director of European Operations, ISRMPVanni Vincenzo — ISRMP European Operations Director
ISRMP

Vanni Vincenzo

Director of European Operations

BSc Paramedic ScienceAerospace MedicineAdvanced Life SupportTactical MedicAdvanced Trauma

Lecturer at the University of Medicine, Italy, and SOLO Schools International Italy Course Coordinator. Vanni brings extensive expertise in aerospace medicine, advanced trauma management, and tactical medicine to the ISRMP–Pavia partnership, overseeing all European programme operations and academic coordination.

Admissions

Entry Requirements

Healthcare Background
Medical degree, nursing, paramedic science, or allied health qualification
Professional Experience
Minimum 2 years clinical or field experience in healthcare settings
Language Proficiency
English language proficiency (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent)
Statement of Purpose
Personal statement outlining motivation and career objectives in remote medicine
References
Two professional references from supervisors or academic mentors

Key Details

Programme Information

QualificationMaster's Degree (60 CFU / ECTS)
Duration12 months — 2 Semesters
Total Hours1,500 study hours
Delivery ModeBlended — online + practical field modules
Academic Year2026 / 2027
Awarding InstitutionUniversità degli Studi di Pavia, Italy
Collaborating BodyInternational Society of Remote Medical Practitioners (ISRMP)
LocationPavia, Italy (with international field components)

Applications Open — 2026/2027

Ready to Lead Remote Healthcare?

Join the first cohort of this landmark European Master's programme and become a globally recognised leader in remote medical management.

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