The University
of Palermo (UNIPA) is an Italian consolidated cultural, scientific and teaching
presence located in central-western Sicily region. It is organized in 16
Departments and covers the most important domains of contemporary scientific
and technological knowledge.
More than 120
courses (first and second cycle) are yearly offered, as well as more than
twenty PhD courses, targeted to the training of specific professional figures,
often in cooperation with external institutions and companies.
Students can
already start the pre-enrolment procedure for A.Y. 2021/22 by registering on the
Unipa Student Portal and uploading the required documents.
Master's Programmes
Business & Management (5)
Social Sciences (3)
- Master Business Economic Sciences
- Master International Relations
Engineering & Technology (2)
- Master Electronics Engineering
- M.Sc. Management Engineering
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (2)
- Master Business Economic Sciences
- Master Neurosciences
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
Computer Science & IT (1)
- Master Electronics Engineering
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (1)
Humanities (1)
- Master International Relations
Medicine & Health (1)
- Master Neurosciences
About
History
The University of Palermo, established in 1806 by Ferdinand III of Bourbon, is to date one of the largest Universities in Italy and indeed the largest in Sicily. Palermo, the capital of Sicily, well known for its sea, its precious monumental art treasures and the mild climate, favors an intense cultural and artistic life. Palermo is a natural bridge between Europe and the Mediterranean countries (easily connected by ship, plane and train) and provides motivation and growth opportunities for young people.
Education
With its 16 Departments and almost 1500 faculty members, it covers the most important domains of contemporary scientific and technological knowledge.
Over 40.000 students are enrolled in the 122 courses (first and second cycle) as well as 44 master and 23 PhD courses that are offered yearly, targeted to the training of specific professional figures, often in cooperation with external Institutions and Companies.
Research
The University of Palermo has 16 Departments, where research activities are carried out in several fields: Science and Technology, Life Sciences and Medicine, Humanities and Social Sciences. The University is committed to give its contribution to the international scientific community and to the world of production in terms of innovation and progress.
Scientific research, both basic and applied, is carried out in the University laboratories also open to the local community. Successful technological transfer is accomplished through the full synergy of innovative technologies, scientific expertise, production systems and processes.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2020
501 100
2019
601 -200
2018
401
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2021
591 -18
2020
573 -18
2019
555
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.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2021
601
2020
601 -100
2019
501
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
2021
801
2020
801
2019
801
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.
Services
Student services
- The help desk for foreign students supports them during their enrolment and registration at UNIPA and provide information about: immigration norms; students enrolment and registration norms, access reserved only for foreign citizens; courses of Italian language organized by the Italian School.
- UNIPA facilities for students (libraries, Wi-Fi network access, accommodation, canteens, counselling and career center, university sport center, university medical clinic)
- Moreover at help desk, foreign students will find assistance in fulfillment of all procedures regarding the residence permit.
- A front office is available to help students search for rooms or apartments.
Library services
UNIPA has about 20 libraries, with more than 3,000 reading places.
Students of the Master of Science in Electronics Engineering at UNIPA can benefit from several Libraries of the Department of Engineering, for the consultation of bibliographic material useful for their educational path and for loan services.
Several electronic journals and databases are available from the University Library portal.
ICT services
Wireless connectivity service is available to all the students with an active career, allowing them to use the services and digital resources offered by the University directly from their portable and handheld devices. Moreover, the University of Palermo is part of the international Eduroam circuit and allows all internal and external users, who are part of the circuit, to access the Wi-Fi network
Medical services
The University Medical Clinic (AMU) offers a free service of multidisciplinary outpatient medical assistance to students, PhD students, postgraduate students, fellows and University scholars, as well as all foreign students attending the University according to specific agreements and programs.
AMU is located in the heart of the University Campus, in a fully equipped room in the ground floor.
Student Life
Campus life
Located right in the middle of Mediterranean Sea, Sicily and its beautiful capital, the City of Palermo, has always represented a unique blend of different peoples, lifestyles and cultures.
All the buildings of the Department of Engineering are within the University Campus, located very close to the city historical center. Campus buildings are connected by a free shuttle. A metro station and bus stops are in the nearby. Car and bike sharing services are easily accessible. The campus has an ATM, several cafeterias, a canteen inside and more outside the campus (within walking distance, printing facilities. Several supermarkets, small shops and restaurants are spread in the neighborhood area.
Student clubs
There are about 20 student associations at the University of Palermo, 5 of them for students attending engineering courses. All the students enrolled at the University of Palermo can participate in the activities promoted by these associations, which mainly consist in seminars and workshops, study groups, orientation, and also fun activities, such as soccer, chess or e-sports competitions.
Student Reviews
Student review about Palermo
Tayyab Ali Abbasi rated 3 out of 5 stars
Overall university is good and supportive for students. As i came in covid time period so i had faced some difficulties regarding work as south of italy is fully enrich with beautiful places but if you are thinking about part time job so wage rate is low also finding job will not be a smoother process. My course is technical in nature so before coming prepare yourself...
More praticals than theory
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
The university is has a nice environment for studies but I’m the engineering department, we study more theory than having praticals
Very Inspiring and pragmatic
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
My University surprised me in a positive way. Since my Master's Degree course was joint with the Florida International University, we had the opportunity to have a Degree taught in english through a very practical method according which I developed real projects. I am overall very satisfied of my achievements at the University that I hope to finish maximum in October.
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