Unicollege Florence
Strengths
Unicollege is founded on a secular, inclusive and pluralist culture.
It offers 10 schools, 24 departments and over 400 courses.
Since its creation in the 1970s, Unicollege has been committed to establishing, strengthening and developing national and international collaborations with respectable partners around the world.
Major, Academics
Cours in Englais within the Florence Campus.
Campus
Florence Campus: Located in a 17th-century historic villa overlooking Florence, the campus offers a unique learning environment with stunning views of the iconic Duomo. Surrounded by olive groves, it combines historical charm, modern facilities, and on-campus student accommodation.
Turin Campus: Situated near Valentino Park, the Turin campus is located in one of Italy’s most innovative and dynamic cities. It provides students with a vibrant academic environment, combining cultural heritage, modern infrastructure, and excellent career opportunities.
Mantua Campus: Located in the heart of Mantua’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic centre, the campus is just a short walk from Piazza Sordello and the Ducal Palace. It features modern classrooms, laboratories, study areas, an auditorium, and on-campus student accommodation within a unique historical setting.
To discover
Florence: The cradle of the Renaissance, Florence is a world-renowned city of art and culture, celebrated for its museums, iconic architecture, and rich historical heritage.
Mantua: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mantua is renowned for its well-preserved historic centre, magnificent Renaissance palaces, and peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal place to study.
Turin: The first capital of unified Italy, Turin is an elegant and dynamic city, known for its innovation, industry, remarkable architecture, and vibrant student life.
Good to know
The Latin etymology of the word “Florence” means “the city of flowers”. And with good reason: the city was built in Tuscany on the banks of the River Arno, where the land was particularly lily-filled. Considered a royal plant, a symbol of power and purity, the lily has become the emblem of Florence and is present throughout the city.
What's going on?
The number of places in Erasmus + is limited. The granting of the scholarship is therefore not automatic and the amount may vary. However, we invite you to apply because exchange places (excluding Erasmus +) may be offered. Please refer to the Erasmus+ section.
This information is provided as a guide.
Please visit the partner university’s website to have exact updated information.
Eligibility
TOEFL 550
ICD PGE
Documents required
Resume in English
Grades transcript
ID Document
Cover letter in English
Planning
AUTUMN
Orientation: few days before lectures start, mandatory
Lectures start : end of September
End of lectures and exams : mid-February
SPRING
Orientation: few days before lectures start, mandatory
Lectures start : mid-February
End of lectures and exams: end of June
https://unicollege.eu/resources/academic-calendar-and-management/
Procedures
ID Card or passport (compulsory for destinations outside the EU) valid for six months after your return date.
No VISA is required for European citizens. However, if you plan to stay longer than three months, you will need to request a document called Iscrizione Anagrafica from Municipio di Residenza office (http://www.poliziadistato.it/articolo/10930).
Students without an European passport who plan to stay in Italy for more than three months must apply for a student visa.
More information: https://vistoperitalia.esteri.it/home.aspx
European Health Insurance card compulsory.
TAX CODE (Codice Fiscale = Italian identification number)
To open a bank account or rent accommodation in Italy, you’ll need a Codice Fiscale (tax code). It is recommended to request it in advance from the Italian Embassy or Consulate in your home country.
If you don’t have it before arriving in Italy, you can obtain it at the Agenzia delle Entrate closest to the university (please check with the university for details).
This code is based on your first name, last name, date and place of birth. And is used to identify you in Italy.
⚠️ The code automatically generated by ESSE3 or UNIVERSITALY is not valid.
Only the Agenzia delle Entrate or Italian embassies/consulates can issue an official tax code.
Accommodation
The international relations department is in contact with families and owners of rooms and apartments. All the accommodation on offer is strategically located and connected to Unicollege by streetcar, bus or metro, so it won’t take you more than 30 minutes to get to class.
More information: https://unicollege.eu/florence/housing-in-florence/
