Erasmus+ Partner Universities in Italy This page shows our Erasmus partner universities in Italy. Ca’ Foscari University of Venice Ca' Foscari University is a university in Venice, northern Italy. It was founded in 1868 as the first Italian business college. The main building of the University, Ca’ Foscari Palace, is placed in a strategic position on the bend of the Grand Canal, in the heart of the city. Ca' Foscari University offers four main subject areas of teaching and research activities: economics, languages, sciences and humanities. Free University of Bozen-Bolzano The Free University of Bozen-Bolzano is located in one of the most fascinating European regions, at the crossroads between the German-speaking and Italian economies and cultures. The features that make it unique are its trilingualism in teaching and research, its high level of internationalisation as well as an ideal study environment guaranteed by its excellent facilities. Politecnico di Milano Politecnico di Milano is a public scientific-technological university which trains engineers, architects and industrial designers. The University has always focused on the quality and innovation of its teaching and research, developing a fruitful relationship with business and productive world by means of experimental research and technological transfer. Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore Our full name may be Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, however we are affectionately known as Cattolica. Our students and alumni feel fortunate to be part of a university with a recognized academic profile, one that is reflected by its academics, reputation, and global network. At Cattolica your choices are endless: we offer an impressive range of innovative programs in the fields of Economics & Business, Accounting & Finance, Agriculture, Psychology and Linguistics, as well as Philosophy and the Arts. 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. University of Florence The University of Florence is one of the largest in the Italian university system, with a population of about 51,000 students. It offers programs at all levels and in all disciplinary areas: scientific, biomedical, technological, humanities and social sciences. University of Milan Also known as ‘La Statale’, the University of Milan is, relatively speaking, one of Italy’s younger university institutions. It was founded in 1924 thanks to the tenacious efforts of doctor and gynaecologist Luigi Mangiagalli, who in creating La Statale, realised his long-held dream of building a university for Lombardy’s regional capital. Indeed, up until that point, it was the University of Pavia, founded in the fourteenth century and the main education centre in northern Italy, that housed the traditional university faculties. Over the centuries, however, the numerous educational institutions and schools of excellence which sprang up in Milan would later be incorporated under the University of Milan. University of Padua The University of Padua is one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious seats of learning. As a multi-disciplinary institute of higher education, the University aims to provide its students with professional training and a solid cultural background. The qualification received from the University of Padua act as a symbol of the ambitious objectives respected and coveted by both students and employers alike. Intertwined within the story of the University of Padua are the many illustrious figures who lived, studied and taught in this city. Such famous names included those who have changed the cultural and scientific history of humanity, from Copernicus to Vesalius, Galileo, to William Harvey, to the more modern Tullio Levi-Civita, Concetto Marchesi, Giuseppe ‘Bepi’ Colombo and many others. University of Palermo The University of Palermo (UNIPA) is a consolidated cultural, scientific and teaching presence in central-western Sicily. UNIPA has 16 Departments, where researchers study every day to find new solution to the questions posed by nature, science and society. From Information Technology to Biology, from Mathematics to Medicine, to Social Sciences and Preservation of Cultural Heritage, the University works to make its contribution of innovation and progress to the international scientific community and the world of production. University of Parma The University of Parma has been able to maintain its vitality for a thousand years thanks to its key capacity of constantly keeping up with the times. Nowadays, the results of such success are evident in every department, through its links with the world of work, its technological facilities and its excellent research activities. University of Perugia The Università degli Studi di Perugia, founded in 1308, is one of the oldest universities in Italy and one of the most accredited, offering a wide variety of courses in all fields of education. Our goal is to provide our students with the finest quality degree programmes and academic opportunities within a stimulating multicultural environment along with the opportunity to enjoy an excellent lifestyle and foster their personal and academic growth while studying at the highest level. University of Siena The University of Siena (Italian: Università di Siena, abbreviation: UNISI) in Siena, Tuscany is one of the oldest and first publicly funded universities in Italy. The University of Siena has a long history of European and international linkages. Established in the 13th century in one of the richest and most culturally stimulating free cities of medieval Italy, our University has been always open to intercultural and international exchanges. More recently, this natural predisposition has evolved in an explicit policy of internationalization. All these students contribute to transform this beautiful town into an international environment. University of Trento The University of Trento is located in one of the most gorgeous natural environments in the world, the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it combines strong links to the territory with a steady expansion of international outreach. UniTrento is widely recognized as a dynamic and innovative research and teaching institution with strong connections to industry and top-class services. UniTrento is a medium-sized university, where it is easy for students and teachers to interact and there is a continuous exchange of ideas across many different disciplines: in short, the virtuous dynamism of a small university. Sapienza University of Rome Founded in 1303, Sapienza is the oldest university in Rome and the largest in Europe. Its mission is to contribute to the development of a knowledge society through research, excellence, quality education and international cooperation. The world's most important university rankings place Sapienza at the national top for quality of research, education and international dimension; moreover, Sapienza excels and leads as a benchmark in many subject areas. Sapienza currently offers 309 degree programmes (Bachelor's and Master's) - among which over 66 are taught in English - 200 Advanced Professional Courses, over 95 PhDs and 87 specialisation schools. Tuscia University The University of Tuscia is committed to create a stimulating and inclusive academic environment where students and faculty can explore, discover, and grow together. They offer a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in various disciplines and their academic offerings are enriched by innovative research programs and collaborations with national and international institutions. The University of Tuscia is distinguished by academic excellence and a commitment to sustainable development and environmental conservation. UNITUS is a place where theory and practice converge, providing students with opportunities to apply their knowledge through field experiences, internships, and research projects.