The University of Genoa is one of the most valuable cultural and scientific heritage of the Mediterranean and the Italian north-western area. It is deeply interconnected with the city of Genoa and its economic framework. The University is located throughout the region, with campuses also in Savona, Imperia and La Spezia.
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Top reasons to study here
- The University is strongly engaged in promoting the progress and the values of our society.
- Students may find here great opportunities, competitive undergraduate and graduate programmes and academic excellence.
- The University of Genoa offers many services for high school students and their teachers and provides matching opportunities to compaines and graduates.
Master's Programmes
Engineering & Technology (10)
- M.Sc. Computer Science
- M.Sc. Energy Engineering
- M.Sc. Robotics Engineering
- M.Sc. Yacht Design
Computer Science & IT (3)
- M.Sc. Computer Science
- M.Sc. Robotics Engineering
Business & Management (2)
Arts, Design & Architecture (1)
- M.Sc. Yacht Design
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
Humanities (1)
- Master Philosophical Methodologies
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (1)
Social Sciences (1)
- Master Philosophical Methodologies
About
History
The University of Genoa is one of the most valuable cultural and scientific heritage of the Mediterranean and the Italian north-western area. It is deeply interconnected with the city of Genoa and its economic framework.
Education
The University of Genoa offers 130 degree courses in 11 fields of study distributed over 9 different cities. Many courses and teaching unites are taught in foreign language, mainly in English.
The University of Genoa offers postgraduate courses and high-quality academic paths at the Institution for Higher Education IANUA-ISSUGE. The University is part of EduOpen, an Italian online platform hosting free university courses (Massive Online Open Courses).
Research
The University of Genoa plays a leading role in the fields of research, innovation and technology transfer in an increasingly competitive environment at national and international level.
The University of Genoa takes part in national and international programmes, it selects funding channels and promotes many relations with local and regional authorities and companies.
Departments and University centres carry out scientific researches in collaboration with professors, researchers, postdoc researchers, technical and administrative employees and PhD students of 28 PhD courses, 2 of which are joint initiatives with international institutions.
Career
The University of Genoa offers careers services and employment opportunities to students and graduates by organising guidance meetings, job interviews, traineeships, career days and job matching services.
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2019
401
2018
401
2017
401
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2019
701
2018
701
2017
701
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2019
-
2018
322 27
2017
349
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
The University of Genoa offers international students a wide range of welcoming activities.The International Students Office can help you find an accommodation, get the residence permit as well as the Italian fiscal code. The service is free of charge.
Housing services
The average price for a single room ranges between 300 and 350 € per month, depending on the district and on the level of comfort required (restored apartment, internet, wi-fi, lift, terrace); the average price for a double room is 250-300 € per person per month. The price of an entire flat ranges between 500 and 700 € per month.
Bed & Breakfasts, residences and religious accommodations can be alternative solutions, especially for short stays.
The University of Genoa supports International students in their accommodation research, but does not guarantee nor reserve any kind of accommodation.
Library services
The University Library System (SBA) manages the library's heritage and offers high-quality services aimed at fostering the knowledge sharing.
Medical services
EU students come to Italy with their European Health Service card issued in their country of residence. If they need to undertake medical examinations, they can address any general practitioner free of charge.
Extra EU students must apply to the National Health Service. Alternatively, International students can subscribe a private health insurance policy with WAI Italy.
Student Life
Campus life
The University is located throughout the region, with campuses also in Savona, Imperia and La Spezia.
The Global Study Awards
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