# Link Campus University expansion in Italy > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/link-campus-university-expansion-in-italy > Updated: 2026-09-15T14:51:06.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2. Link Campus University is expanding its academic presence across Italy, specifically targeting the Matera and Piceno regions. In Matera, the university is establishing a presence to offer courses in Medicine and Surgery as well as Physiotherapy. This expansion has prompted political discussion regarding how the Basilicata Region supports the public University of Basilicata (Unibas), though the arrival of the private institution is also seen as a potential tool to combat regional depopulation. Following the initial expansion plans, the university announced the formal launch of its Medicine and Surgery degree program in Matera, conducted in agreement with the Local Health Authority (ASL). The program has released its first call for applications for the 2026/2027 academic year, offering 45 spots for EU and resident non-EU students and 10 spots for non-EU students residing abroad. The program is expected to generate approximately €1.1 million in its first full year of operation, with entrance exams scheduled for late September 2026. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-15: Link Campus University launches medical degree in Matera Link Campus University is launching a new Medicine and Surgery degree in Matera, with first-year tuition set at €20,050 and 55 total available spots. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/link-campus-university-launches-medical-degree-in-matera ### 2026-09-12: Link Campus University expands academic presence in Italy Link Campus University is expanding its academic offerings in Italy, introducing Medicine and Physiotherapy courses in Matera and various programs in the Piceno region. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/link-campus-university-expands-academic-presence-in-italy --- Cite as: Link Campus University expansion in Italy. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/link-campus-university-expansion-in-italy