Italia: Università di BolognaBologna, Italy

Where am I?

• Bologna is in Northern Italy

• Capital of Emilia-Romagna 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

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)

Documentation

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 pick-

pocketers

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

International Relations AreaUniversity of Bologna Via Zamboni 33, Bologna ItalyTel: +39 051 2099212Fax: +39 051 2098110francesco.girotti@unibo.it

Contact person for incoming students Maria Chiara Jannuzzi

International Relations AreaUniversity of BolognaVia Zamboni 33, Bologna ItalyTel: +39 051 2099449Fax: +39 051 2099351mariachiara.jannuzzi@unibo.it