Italy is a country of art, ancient monuments and famous fashion houses. You need to go here for a European diploma, rich culture and great opportunities for representatives creative professions, and for those who dream of a career in business.

pros

  1. Higher education in Italy is relatively inexpensive, especially in state universities. For students from families with low income, it is possible to receive a scholarship that will cover the cost of education.
  2. Universities (especially private ones) have programs in both Italian and English language. Most of all English-language programs are in the specialties "Economics" and "Medicine", as well as in the field of fashion, design and architecture.
  3. If you have chosen fashion and design as your career, then best place than Italy for education is not found.
  4. Italy has a very rich culture, a pleasant Mediterranean climate and open people, which, according to many, are close to Russians in spirit.

Minuses

Italian education in general is not considered as prestigious as, for example, British or German education, however, in those specializations in which Italy is strong, and these are fashion, design and art, Italian universities have few equals both in Europe and in the world.

The Russian intelligentsia has been drawn to Italy since the nineteenth century. The fertile climate, the ancient traditions of education, the cultural history of the country contributed to this. Italian music, painting, architecture - were reference for Europe.

Now young people are attracted to Italy by low tuition fees, leading positions in world design, household appliances, construction, and fashion. Employment after studying in Italy is possible in any European country.

Secondary education

To study in primary school little Italians begin to prepare from the age of three in preparatory kindergartens. Most children enter school at the age of six. Thirteen year system school education the first two stages are free. TO compulsory subjects scuola elementare 1, 2 include reading, writing, arithmetic, drawing, music, one foreign language. Religion is studied at will.

in large classes public schools there are no high quality requirements, no digital assessments. The five-year scuola elementare ends with two exams (written and oral), a primary school certificate. Education up to 14 years of age continues in high school, where there are much more objects - history, geography, mathematics are added, natural Sciences. Annual exams are held according to the credit system, with the retention for the second year.

The scuola media results in final exams in all major subjects. At this (or by age) the compulsory education program ends. Only lyceums of three types prepare for higher education - classical, technical, lyceums of natural sciences. Of the non-traditional subjects for Russia, Latin and philosophy can be noted. The most high-quality training (the right to enter all faculties) is provided by classical lyceums. The right to enter a university gives a matriculation certificate, which reflects the results of the final exams.

Professional education

After high school, it is possible not only to enter the lyceum, independent employment. Italy has developed a system vocational education, which begins with vocational schools, art schools, related to the higher secondary school. After graduation, admission to technical institutes is allowed.

Higher education

The system itself higher education was born in Italy. The first university in the civilized world was the University of Bologna in 1088. Somewhat later, other oldest universities in Europe appeared in Padua, Modena, and Rome. For foreign applicants, Italian education in reputable fields is especially interesting. industrial production (Appliances, construction, architecture, automotive industry), studies at art academies, conservatories.

There are more than fifty universities in the country, 20% of them are private. Rome became the most university city in Italy. There are five large universities in the capital, among them is the University "La Sapienza" (about 200,000 students).

The country has a kind of rating higher schools on the authority of teaching individual disciplines, although most of the oldest universities have not changed the historical principle of construction. In the field of legal sciences, the Faculty of Law of the University of Bologna is considered the best, fundamental knowledge of medicine is given at the University of Salerno, all designers of the world respect the graduates of the Milan European Institute of Design.

"New" universities unite fundamental sciences with the teaching of technical, applied disciplines, becoming multidisciplinary universities. In the current Italian ranking, corresponding to the international one, the first place is shared by the University of Pisa and La Sapienza.

The University of Pisa is included in the "world hundred" for teaching mathematics and physics. It has up to 57,000 students at eleven faculties. The "young" faculties include economic, political faculties, a large faculty of foreign philology.

Along the way of introducing new specialties, training systems, the University of Bologna is developing. For seventy thousand students, 70 departments of university faculties are available. Here they teach such non-standard disciplines for an academic university as veterinary medicine, Agriculture, statistics, tourism.

Most Italian universities require a document of education, a certificate of language proficiency for admission. For a number of higher schools, an English language test is sufficient. Higher Italian education is considered free, but even public universities collect an annual fee. Private universities are not inferior to other European countries in terms of annual tuition fees (on average, about 10,000 euros).

useful links

  • www.study-in-italy.it Study in Italy for foreigners
  • www.study-italy.ru Russian-language portal about studying in Italy
  • www.asils.it ASILS - Association of Schools Italian as a foreign
  • www.iicmosca.esteri.it Italian Institute of Culture in Moscow

Education in sunny Italy attracts future artists, doctors, mathematicians and diplomats. The most famous university is in the city of Bologna, but there are excellent higher educational institutions in Rome, Naples, Milan, Florence and other cities. The quality of education here is not worse than in other European countries, but the cost is much lower. In addition, a foreigner can apply for a hostel and a scholarship on an equal footing with Italians, so this is a full-fledged option.

University of Bologna

To enroll in a higher education institution, you must spend at least 13 years in educational institutions lower level. In this country, schoolchildren study for 5 years in elementary school, then 3 years in secondary school and another 5 years in a professional lyceum. Therefore, in order to be able to study in Italy, a simple certificate of secondary education will not be enough for Russians. After 10 or 11 classes, you will need to study for 2 or 3 years at the institute and only then apply.

The educational process is structured differently than is customary in the post-Soviet space. There is no fixed schedule or strict exam dates. Each student can independently choose which subjects he would like to study, and personally distribute the material for the entire semester. Each specialty has several compulsory disciplines. Examinations are also handed over according to an individual schedule. If you are looking for something more similar to our system, pay attention to.

There are both public and private universities in the country. The latter have their advantages: small groups for classes, better teachers and modern program. Nevertheless, even state institutions are an order of magnitude better than domestic ones. Formally, studying in Italy is free for students. In fact, this is a little different, because you have to pay taxes. However, the final price of higher education in Italy for Russians is still significantly lower than in other countries of the European Union or even farther abroad.

Almost all universities provide an opportunity for those who wish to study in English. Such programs are most in demand among visiting students, but Italians can also choose this alternative.

Available specialties

The country is primarily famous for its creative professions. From all over the world, young people come here to learn design, architecture, painting, choreography, and cooking. Europeans study philosophy, art history, theater criticism and languages ​​at local universities.

For Russians, Ukrainians, Belarusians, as well as for the Italians themselves, applied specialties look more attractive. First of all, it is mathematics, theoretical and practical physics, medicine, economics, international relations. The Italian diploma is recognized all over the world and makes it possible to work freely anywhere in the world.

What documents will the applicant need?

Registration of the necessary papers should begin in advance, approximately six months in advance. First of all, you need a certificate of secondary education and a document from the university of your native country about how many courses the applicant completed in his home country. The grades that are in the certificate, as well as the student's performance at the former university, do not play a role.

In 2019, all these documents will need to be translated by an accredited translator (their contacts will be provided by the embassy), put a special stamp - an apostille and fill out a special questionnaire, indicating the desired university. It is not possible to apply for a place in several institutions at once. The embassy is responsible for sending the letter, in case of a positive answer, a student visa is issued without any problems.

Entrance exams

Unlike Russia, Ukraine and Belarus, the admission process does not start in July, but on September 1. First of all, how well the applicant speaks Italian is assessed. If the applicant has demonstrated a sufficient level, for a number of areas this will be enough, you can immediately start studying. Basically, these are humanitarian disciplines: languages, history, philosophy. As for specialties where narrow knowledge or talent is required, the situation is different. In this case, knowledge of the language is just a passing test that allows the applicant to take the real entrance exams. At the faculties international relations, jurisprudence, medicine and physics will need to write test papers in specialized disciplines. Future representatives of creative professions must demonstrate their skills in the relevant field: provide drawings or sketches, perform with an artistic number. The most talented pass to the 1st course.

At some universities, it is possible to study in a preparatory course dedicated to language learning. Foreigners who plan to study in English do not need to take a separate exam. Any of the international certificates such as IELTS, TOEFFL, CAE, FCE will do.

Cost of education

Studying in Italy for Russians, Ukrainians, Belarusians will be the most budget option for higher education abroad. For foreigners the price will be the same as for local residents. Taxes that make up education fees in public institutions, per semester are about 500-700 euros. Of course, this does not apply to private educational institutions, where students pay about 2000-2500 euros for 6 months.

By law, while studying at the university, any student can work, but not more than 20 hours a week. It is noteworthy that the state does not make a difference between those who apply for scholarships on the basis of citizenship. Not only an Italian, but also a resident of any other country can receive monthly financial assistance if the income in his family is below the required level. This is a great opportunity to get an education in Italy for free.

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Studying in Italy is a great opportunity to get an education high level in a country with the oldest academic tradition in Europe. A reasonable combination of cost and quality of study annually attracts thousands of foreign students to the country.

Despite economic instability and the problem of unemployment, Italy is in the top ten largest economies peace. GDP per capita exceeds $30,000. According to the human development index, which also reflects the level of education of the population, Italy ranks 26th.

The main advantages of higher education in Italy include:

  • Membership of the state in the European Union and the Schengen Agreement, which opens up the possibility for students to travel visa-free to most countries of the world;
  • Participation in the Bologna educational system, an extensive list of international exchange programs;
  • European diploma and the possibility of official employment around the world;
  • Absence entrance examinations to most universities;
  • The minimum list of required documents;
  • The possibility of legal stay in the country for the purpose of employment within 12 months after receiving a diploma;
  • Teaching in Italian or English;
  • Low cost of education and the opportunity to receive education free of charge, incl. with compensation for daily expenses;
  • The absence of compulsory academic programs, which allows students to independently choose subjects of interest;
  • Long tradition of student and university community;
  • Possibility of official employment during study;
  • World leadership of universities in terms of the quality of education in the fields of design, fashion and architecture;
  • Favorable Mediterranean climate.

According to international ratings higher education Times Higher Education And QS Rankings, 8 Italian universities are in the top 500. And the University of Bologna, the Politecnico di Milano, the School of Advanced Studies named after Saint Anna and the Pisa Higher Normal School are among the two hundred best universities peace.

Features of higher education in Italy

The Italian education system includes 3 levels:

  • Preschool: nursery and kindergarten(from 6 months to 6 years);
  • School: elementary, junior and senior secondary schools (6-19 years). High school education is available at a college or lyceum. In the 1st case, the student receives not only a certificate, but also a certificate of assignment of a particular profession. Lyceums are designed for purposeful preparation for entering the university;
  • Higher: universities, higher schools, institutes, etc.

The education of Italian schoolchildren lasts 13 years, most of them enter the university at the age of 19.

The duration of study is regulated by the Bologna Process. For most undergraduate specialties, it is 3 years (rarely 4). In the master's program, students study for 2 years.

Reference! An important feature Italian higher education is the minimum number of subjects required to study. The vast majority of directions the student chooses based on personal preferences.

The academic year is divided into 2 semesters: the first lasts from October to January, the second - from February to June. Some universities practice division into 3 or 4 equal semesters. Each of them ends with a session (usually in February and July). Examinations are taken orally, less often in writing. The number of retakes the teacher determines individually. According to statistics, only 70% of students successfully graduate from Italian universities, the rest are expelled due to poor performance.

The range of marks in Italy is from 0 to 30. The minimum passing score is 18.

Types of universities and educational programs

Universities that have the right to issue a diploma of higher education in Italy are divided into 2 categories:

  1. University;
  2. Non-university.

The first group includes almost 90 universities and higher schools (specializing in postgraduate education). According to the form of ownership, they can be state (75%) and private (25%).

Non-university educational institutions include graduate colleges, schools of design, arts, conservatories and national academies. Some of them are independent structural units, others are subordinate to specialized universities or relevant government departments.

Participation in the Bologna process involves a 3-stage model of education:

  1. Undergraduate;
  2. Master's degree;
  3. Doctorate.

The vast majority of students complete their studies at the undergraduate stage. For 3 years, you need to collect 180 credits according to the system ECTS. Attestation upon completion of the 1st stage is carried out by writing thesis. As a result, the student receives a diploma of higher education in a practical specialty, which gives him the right to work in any European country.

The task of the magistracy is research activity. This does not apply to some of the most sought-after specialties. In medicine, pharmaceuticals, dentistry, architecture, obtaining a diploma of the 2nd stage of education is a prerequisite for employment. The duration of a master's degree is usually 2 years.

The logical conclusion of doctoral studies is the writing of a doctoral work based on the results of 3-year scientific research.

Conditions for admission

Since the duration of school education in Italy is 13 years, an applicant from the post-Soviet space must not only complete 11 grades of school, but also 1 or 2 courses of a university or college in their home country. It is also possible to enter after 9 classes, but on condition of studying at a college or technical school for at least 3 years.

The vast majority of Italian universities do not require entrance examinations. Enrollment of applicants is carried out on the basis of documents on secondary education, and grades in the certificate do not play any role. The exception is "closed faculties" - the most popular disciplines, the number of places for which is limited (architecture, medicine, engineering). The competition in this case is carried out on the basis of the results of entrance examinations. Their rules are published no later than 60 days before the test.

The only exam that must be passed to enter the university is the language one. For students planning to study in Italian, it takes place on September 1st. The CILS certificate of language proficiency at level B2 exempts you from taking this exam.

When studying in English, it is enough to provide an IELTS certificate (at least 6-6.5 points) or TOEFL iBT (at least 75 points).

Admission to the magistracy takes place on the basis of a bachelor's degree, to which a document on graduation from a university in the CIS countries is equated. Rare universities (medical) conduct entrance examinations.

List of required documents

Attention! The list of documents and the deadlines for their submission may vary depending on the university. As a rule, they end in April.

An approximate list of documents that a Belarusian or Russian must provide when applying for a bachelor's degree (some of them must be legalized at the embassy):

  • Certificate of secondary education and its appendix with an apostille and translation;
  • Certificate of completion of 1 or 2 courses of a university or college with an apostille and translation;
  • Certificate with test results (USE or TsT);
  • Certificate of proficiency in Italian or English;
  • DDV- document on the recognition of the certificate by Italy (issued at the embassy);
  • A completed application form MODELLO A;
  • Copy of the passport;
  • Photos.

Upon admission to the 2nd stage of education, the above documents must be added:

  • Diploma of higher education in the chosen specialty.
  • Resume with a focus on research work;
  • Recommendations from the professorial staff.

After entering the university, the student must apply for a study visa at the embassy. To do this, you must provide financial guarantees (at least 413 € for each month of study) and a document confirming the availability of housing. A student visa is the basis for issuing a study residence permit upon arrival at the university.

Cost of education

Depends on the form of ownership and the region of the university, the level of education and specialty. The average cost of education in a bachelor's degree is 800-3000 €, and a master's degree - up to 4000 €.

The cost is often set individually - on the basis of documents about financial position the student's family and his academic performance. If the annual income does not exceed 6000 €, you can count on a significant discount.

The possibility of free education

Many international students have the opportunity to minimize the cost of education in Italy. Sources financial assistance are university funds, government and ministries, international funds.

Students with excellent grades or from low-income families (with a monthly income of up to 300 € per person) usually receive a university scholarship that covers education and living expenses.

The state also provides sponsorship to excellent students and the poor in the amount of 14,000 € per year. A condition for receiving a scholarship or grant is often knowledge of the Italian language.

Internship and exchange studies. Scholarships, grants

Universities in Italy actively accept students from all over the world through various internships.

Many of them involve the payment of a scholarship that fully covers the costs, incl. for travel, accommodation and meals:

  • SISSA scientific institute scholarships: study of physics, chemistry, mathematical analysis for a period of 1 to 12 months;
  • Fabrica grants: are intended for representatives of professions in the field of creativity and culture (photography, design, music);
  • Jean Monnet Grant: for young scientists.

Accommodation and food options for students

A small part of students in Italy is provided with a place in a hostel (for rent). Priority is given to low-income, first-year students and excellent students. The rest are forced to rent housing. The monthly cost of renting a 1-room apartment in Rome starts from 500 €, in Milan it is somewhat more expensive.

Each student decides the issue of nutrition independently. The average cost of this article of residence is about 300 € per month.

The best universities in the country

Troika top universities according to independent academic rankings:

  • (Sapienza - Università di Roma). Founded at the beginning of the XIV century, one of the oldest universities in the world and the largest operating in the country. The number of students at 10 faculties exceeds 100 thousand (5-7% of them are foreigners). Priority areas are natural, social and humanitarian sciences.
  • (Politecnico di Milano). The best engineering university in the country with the best index of attractiveness for foreigners. It consists of 17 faculties: aerospace engineering, architectural design, bioengineering, nuclear engineering, etc. More than 30 thousand university students study in 32 undergraduate specialties.
  • (Università di Bologna). The oldest functioning university in the world, the founder European system education. Includes more than 20 faculties. Member of the Coimbra Group, Europaeum, Utrecht Network. The number of students who study on several campuses throughout the country and even abroad exceeds 80 thousand. The university owns a large library and 14 museums.

Reference! In addition to Bologna, the country's oldest universities are located in Florence, Siena, Pisa, Macerata.

Italy is a popular tourist country. Thousands of migrants strive to get here every year. Excellent climate, European standard of living, magnificent beaches And tourist routes attract people both for a short visit to the country and for long stay and obtaining the right to reside.

Italian educational institutions are no less popular. Studying in Italy is attractive because the student receives quality education European standard, after which the doors of not only Italian or European employers, but companies around the world open before him. Education in Italy is also available for Russian students and other immigrants from the CIS member states.

Advantages of studying in Italian universities:

  • Public educational institutions provide an opportunity to get an education in Italy for free;
  • Opportunities for paid internships
  • Students are given the right to work in parallel with their studies;
  • The student receives a residence permit in Italy with the right to move freely within the territory of the European Union;
  • Prestigious European companies provide their base for internships;
  • European Diploma;
  • The right to stay in the country after receiving a document on graduation;
  • Job opportunities throughout Europe.

Features of Italian education

Italy is one of the few European countries, whose universities do not require the presence of a document (certificate) on passing a complete secondary education. It is enough to present papers confirming twelve years of study anywhere (college, lyceum, technical school, institute in the CIS). That is, you can finish 9 classes, study at a technical school, go to university in home country and, having studied for a year or two in it, apply for enrollment in an Italian university.

The list of documents provided for enrollment does not include language certificates. The level of knowledge of Italian (the main language of instruction) is subject to verification after an invitation to study.

The tuition fee in Italy is on average from 0.5 to 3 thousand euros per year. At the same time, the cost of studying can greatly depend on the total family income of the student. If this is lower than 6 thousand per student's family member, the price of studying in Italy is up to 800 euros per year.

Foreigners may apply for government scholarships. For families with low level The scholarship can earn up to 300 euros/month. Obviously, such an amount is fully capable of covering the tuition fees in an Italian higher education institution.

A foreign student has the right to legally work up to 20 hours per week (half of normal working hours). Such part-time work can also help the student to fully provide for himself while studying in Italy.

Expenses for study time

Obviously, in addition to the tuition fee in Italy, the student needs other expenses. They can vary greatly depending on the region. Average spending looks like this:

  • Obtaining a study visa is free of charge;
  • Money in the account (when obtaining a visa, financial guarantees must be presented) - 3-5 thousand euros;
  • The cost of moving is 500 euros;
  • Tuition fee in Italy - up to 600 euros;
  • Medical insurance - up to 150 euros per year;
  • Residence permit fee - up to 150 euros per year;
  • The price of renting an apartment for two or a room in a hostel is up to 450 euros per month;
  • Meals, transport, stationery and other small things - up to 700 euros per month.

In the north of the country, the cost of living will be significantly higher southern regions, however, and earnings there higher. The opportunity to work part-time in your free time can largely compensate for this difference.

Requirements

To get an education in Italy, the applicant must meet a number of conditions imposed by the state and educational institutions. These include:

  • Twelve years of study at home. For Russian students, the ideal scheme is 10 years of school + 2 years of university. But documents from a technical school are also suitable for admission to a bachelor's degree.
  • If foreign student already have a bachelor's or master's degree, he has the right to enter immediately master's program. In total, such an applicant must have 15 confirmed years of study (in some cases, 14 are allowed).

Education in Italy is conducted on state language. Accordingly, the student will need at least basic knowledge of Italian. Even with minimal speaking, you can find a training program in which it is enough to pass a speech comprehension interview.

Education in Italy can also be obtained in English. Row special programs offer such opportunities. And in order to become a member, you must provide one of the required language proficiency certificates (the most common: TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS).

Most universities require passing entrance tests or exams. However, one can also find educational institutions that do not require any testing.

Additionally, any university can set its own requirements for applicants, a package of documents and enrollment rules. More specifically, you can get acquainted with them directly on the websites of these institutions.

For those who want to save time looking for educational programs for Russian students, familiarization with the offers a large number universities and their rules, as well as to get help in the quick preparation and submission of documents, you should resort to the help of intermediary organizations. Often they provide a full range of services from the search to the moment of admission to the university.


For admission to undergraduate programs: have a certificate of secondary education and one year of study at a Russian university.

For admission to master's programs: have a bachelor's degree.

Language Requirements:

  • Good knowledge of Italian or English. Knowledge is tested at the interview. If you already have a B2 level certificate, you may be eligible for an exemption from the screening exam. Students from Moscow and the regions should take into account that in order to enter those universities in Italy where education is taught in English, a TOEFL or IELTS certificate is required.
  • Pass an exam in specialized subjects (for admission to certain specialties, for example, medical).

You need to prepare the following documents:

  • high school diploma plus an extract of grades for the first year of study at the university or a bachelor's degree;
  • translations of diplomas into Italian;
  • confirmation of the diploma from the consulate;
  • questionnaire about the chosen university and city.

Famous universities of the country

University of Bologna. oldest university Europe, dates back to the 10th century. As in the days of its founding, the law faculty of the university has no equal in the whole world.