Politecnico di Torino
Politecnico di Torino, Torino, Italy
Politecnico di Torino
Founded in 1859 as the School of Applications for Engineers, it became the Royal Polytechnic University of Turin in 1906. For over 160 years, the Polytechnic University of Turin has been training professionals in the fields of engineering, architecture, design, and regional planning with rigor, integrity, and high-quality standards.
A long and constantly evolving journey, which has accredited the University among the best European technical universities for training and research , with 38,700 students and an academic staff of approximately 1,000 professors.
In a profoundly evolving global landscape, driven by the disruptive effects of phenomena such as globalization, climate change, an aging population, and the emergence of new and increasingly pervasive technologies, the University must evolve to continue to impact a rapidly changing society. The Polytechnic therefore positions itself as a "platform" University , permeable, inclusive, open to the world of professions and industry, and playing a key role in innovation and lifelong learning processes, to increasingly become a driving force behind society's sustainable development.
Features
Politecnico di Torino is a public, highly international and industry‑connected technical university, founded in 1859. It enrolls nearly 39,000 students across Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs, supported by a robust academic staff of approx. 1,200–1,800. With a striking ~22% international student community, it boasts an exceptional postgraduate employment rate of 96% within one year, well above national averages. The institution consistently ranks within the top 250 worldwide (QS), excelling in engineering, architecture, and built environment fields—further ranking 5th among Italian universities. Its strategic industry partnerships and central location in Turin deepen both academic quality and global appeal.
Accommodation
Off-Campus Accommodations Students wishing to live off-campus need to research availability on their own, and should arrive well before the start of term to do so.
Work While Studying
See guidelines on working while studying here.
Co-op/Internship Participation
Even if you do NOT meet our minimum English requirement (IELTS or TOEFL), you still can get conditionally accepted in the program of your choice with the condition of completing our English program prior to starting your chosen program.
Featured Programmes
Average Time To Receive Acceptance Letter
September - June
4 days
Location
Corso Castelfidardo, 39 – 10129 Torino
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