The University of Turin is one of the most ancient and prestigious Italian Universities.Hosting over 74.000 students and with 120 buildings in different areas in Turin and in key places in Piedmont, the University of Turin can be considered as “city-within-a-city”, promoting culture and producing research, innovation, training and employment.
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Top reasons to study here
- The University of Turin is today one of the largest Italian Universities, open to international research and training.
- The University of Turin virtually covers every field of knowledge.
- The University of Turin has a remarkable research tradition.
Master's Programmes
Social Sciences (6)
Business & Management (3)
- Master Economics
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (3)
- Master Molecular Biotechnology
Humanities (2)
- M.A. Philosophy
Agriculture & Forestry (1)
- Master Animal Science
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
Arts, Design & Architecture (1)
Computer Science & IT (1)
Engineering & Technology (1)
- M.Sc. Materials Science
Law (1)
- Master European Legal Studies
Medicine & Health (1)
- Master Molecular Biotechnology
About
History
The University of Turin was founded in 1404 by a papal Bull issued by Pope Benedict XIII. It then developed on the initiative of Prince Ludovico of Savoia-Acaja, who was willing to establish a University on his own land, at a crossroads between the Alps, Liguria and Lombardy.
Education
- Undergraduate degree (Laurea): it lasts three years and the entrance requirement is a "Diploma di Scuola Secondaria Superiore" (Upper Secondary School Leaving Qualification) or a qualification obtained abroad and recognized as corresponding.
- Postgraduate degree (Laurea magistrale): it lasts two years and the entrance requirement is an undergraduate degree or a non-Italian qualification and recognized as corresponding.
- 5-year or 6-year postgraduate degree (Laurea magistrale a ciclo unico): it lasts 5 years (Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Technology, Pharmacy, Law, Veterinary Medicine Dentistry and Dental Prosthesis) or 6 years (Medicine and Surgery). The students obtain the degree at the end of the complete cycle.
Research
The research output of the University of Turin is managed, displayed and made searchable through the IRIS-AperTO application.
Career
The University's Job Placement Service has been established in order to help its students and new graduated (who held their university degree within 12 months) to enter the labour market. The service operates on two levels: through the Job Placement offices in the individual Schools and Departments and through the central Job Placement office at the Students' Rights office.
University Ranking
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2018
201
2017
201
2016
201
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.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2019
401
2018
401 -50
2017
351
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
571 -20
2018
551
2017
551
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
232 -8
2017
224
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
Housing services
- In Turin you can find several in the vicinity of university buildings where the courses are held.
- The study rooms made available by EDISU Piemonte, are the ideal place to study between classes and to meet other students.
- They are open to all university students.
Library services
There are 22 libraries spread over 32 locations. The Botanic Garden and several University Museums such as "Cesare Lombroso" - Criminal Anthropology Museum and "Luigi Rolando" - Human Anatomy Museum are well known.
Student Life
Campus life
Situated in the North West of the country, on the banks of the Po River and surrounded by the Alps, Turin is the administrative centre of the Piedmont Region and the third biggest city in Italy. The urban area is bordered by what has always been historically known as the "Corona delle Delizie", the crown or ring of delights, formed by the Royal Residences dotted around the outside of the city.
Sports facilities
- Turin's great location, close to mountains, countryside, rivers and lakes, provides an excellent environment for a wide range of sports and outdoor activities.
- Ski slopes and mountain walking trails are only an hour's drive away.
- Rowing, rafting and kayaking are very accessible: many of the city's rowing clubs, on the banks of the Po River, were founded over a century ago.
The Global Study Awards
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Student Reviews
Commitment is the key to achieve your goals
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
I really like my University experience, it is full of good incentives to get involved in what we are studying. We had the possibility to get lectures held by some visiting professors from different countries, especially from EU. I liked also the teaching and examination method, which helped me to deal with group work and oral presentations about specific topics.
Freshman year
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
I began my study programme in October 2018. I study languages, in particular English and German. It is just the first year of university for me, so it's difficult to give a proper review. This year has been amazing: I have moved to Turin to study and I really like the city, there are plenty of things to do! Talking about studying, there are a lot of opportunities and new...
The possibilities of study
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
I liked the possibility to attend a huge amount of classes approaching to the study of History from different points of view (archaeological, anthropological, political, economical). Moreover was very important to have the chance to choose speciphic classes according to own interests in some speciphic ways to approach history, like the ones I mentioned above.
