University of Bologna
Bologna, Italy
University of Bologna
The origins of the University of Bologna go way back, and it is considered to be the oldest university in the Western world. Its history is intertwined with that of the great names of science and literature, it is a keystone and a point of reference for European culture. Nine centuries of Alma Mater Studiorum: from as far back as 1088, conventionally referred to as the year in which the Studium of Bologna was founded, through the bustling Middle Ages and the eclectic Renaissance to the stagnation of the modern age and its revival in the contemporary era. The oldest University in the Western world presents itself. The lives of the illustrious students and professors who over the centuries wrote the history of the University of Bologna.
Features
The University of Bologna, established in 1088, hosts nearly 97,000 students across five campuses—including nearly 10,000 international students—and employs about 3,450 academic staff. Graduate employment rates are strong: 76.8% for bachelor’s (one year post-graduation) and 80.8% for master's graduates, rising to over 90% five years later. Consistently top-ranked in Italy and globally—from THE (146th worldwide), QS (138th), and ARWU (top 300) to sustainability rankings (UI GreenMetric and THE Impact)—it stands out for academic excellence, a rich international environment, and sustainability leadership.
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
February - September
Location
Via Zamboni, 33, 40126 Bologna BO, Italy
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