Italia: Università di Bologna Bologna, Italy Where am I? • Bologna is in Northern Italy • Capital of EmiliaRomagna Region • Metropolitan Area with a population.
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Italia: Università di Bologna
Bologna, Italy
Where am I?
• Bologna is in Northern
Italy
• Capital of EmiliaRomagna Region
• Metropolitan Area with
a population of
approximately 1 million
people
How to Get There
Airport in Bologna called Aeroporto G. Marconi di
Bologna (BLQ)
About 6 km from the City Centre
From the Airport to the City by Bus
Aerobus shuttle service to Main Railway Station, approx. 20
minutes
Other people may fly into the Leonardo Da Vinci Airport
(FCO) in Rome, Italy
Fastest way from Rome to Bologna is by a Eurostar train
through Italia Rail
Transportation in the City
ATC Buses are plentiful around Bologna
Also called Transporti Pubblici Bologna
Public transportation is the fastest, while still being cheap
There is a stop for these buses at the main train station
Walking is always a great way of transportation
Easiest way to learn the outlay of the city, especially the city centre
Very cheap and plenty of exercise
Best way to see attractions
Taxi
Most expensive option
Could be the easiest way when you first arrive with all of your luggage
Università di Bologna
Known to be the oldest
University in Europe
Science related classes are
the main focus
Universities website in
English:
http://www.eng.unibo.it/
Admissions
Deadline for Admission
Fall Semester: July 31st
Spring Semester: December 15th
Application is available online
2 full year students (4 academic semesters) can be
accepted into the MAUI Program per year
All areas of study are open for MAUI students, but there may
be specific limits in place by faculties
Orientation occurs during the student’s arrival periods
Academic Information
Online Enrollment can be completed at this site:
www.almawelcome.unibo.it
Academic Calendar
1 semester: September 1 – January 31
2 semesters: February 1 – June 30
Examination Periods
1st Semester: January-February
2nd Semester: April-July
Programs for International Students
Laurea (First Cycle Degree)
Similar to our Bachelors Degree
Offered in Economics, Social Sciences, and Humanities
Laurea Magistrale (Second Cycle Degree)
Comparable to Masters Degree
Economics, Social Sciences, Humanities, Science and Technology
Professional Master’s Programs
Economics, Social Sciences, Humanities, Science and Technology
These programs are available in English and may also be offered in
other languages
Language
Primary language is Italian
There are no language requirements for the University
However, good knowledge of Italian (Intermediate level) is
highly recommended
Some programs may require an Italian Language Test to be
admitted
Intensive Italian classes for beginners are offered free of
charge
Limited availability
Offered in September, October, and February
Housing
Housing Assistance Website: http://www.sais.ceur.it/
Private Apartments and Student Halls are available
Housing Application Deadlines can vary
Check website for specific dates: http://www.sais.ceur.it/
Cost Summary (per month)
Housing: 350-500 Euros
Meals: 300 Euro
Books: 250 Euros
Local Transportation: 40 Euro
Approximate Total: 1190 Euros Per Month
Documentation
Passport
Required for any travel abroad
Required to obtain a visa
Apply for a Passport
Student Visa
Required for people staying in the country 90 days or more
Information for Italian Visa
Permesso di Soggiorno (Permit of Stay)
Required in Italy if you are staying for more than 90 days
Obtain kit from Poste Italiane (Post Office in Italy)
Crime and Security
Moderate Rate of Crime
Petty crimes such as
pick-pocketing and
purse snatching
especially in large cities
Most common in crowded,
tourist areas
Thieves usually work in
groups or pairs
Children are often pickpocketers
Alcohol-Related Crime
Many crimes involve alcohol
Young drinkers are especially
vulnerable
Robbery, physical and
sexual assault
Carry minimal cash and a
cell phone to communicate
Stay in groups or pairs
Call a cab
Travel
Easiest way to travel around Italy is by train
Local trains and Regional trains are available
Don’t forget to validate your ticket if you don’t have a
reservation!!!
You can save some money by traveling with a Eurail Pass
Plane travel around Europe is surprisingly cheap
Easy Jet and Ryan Air are the two of the most prevalent airlines
Ferries are also a great way to travel
Eurail passes can offer great discounts for ferry tickets
Offers a unique travel experience
What to Bring
Appropriate Clothing
Europeans wear nice clothing in public
Do not advertise you are an American unless you are prepared for the
attention
Do not wear clothing that shows a lot of flesh
Communication
Cell phones are always a good thing to have
Don’t bring valuables
Items can be stolen
Don’t bring unneeded items
You will definitely have more luggage coming home than you did going
there so be prepared to make some room
Food
Bologna is known as the city of the fat and the learned
because they have a great food culture
You have to try the Bolognese sauce!
Italian food is not just lasagna and spaghetti
Food in Italy has a large Mediterranean influence in the
south
Try any and all kinds of food. You might get some weird
stuff, but you will definitely not regret it.
What Else to Bring
Bring some cash
Currency in Italy is the Euro
Not every place will take a credit or debit card, so cash is
always handy
Bring an open mind
The reason to go abroad is to learn new things and that also
applies to people
Not everything and everyone will be what you are used to
Bring a camera!
You will definitely want to document this!
Helpful Websites
Travel.State.Gov
Handy travel tool to find out requirements and security issues
about any country
Universita di Bologna
This is the link to the university in English
Center for International Studies
This has a lot of basic information that is easily accessible for
the University of Bologna
Contacts
Utrecht Network
Coordinator
Francesco Girotti
Contact person for
incoming students
Maria Chiara Jannuzzi
International Relations
Area University of
Bologna Via Zamboni
33, Bologna Italy Tel:
+39 051 2099449 Fax:
+39 051
2099351 mariachiara.ja
[email protected]