
UNIVERSITY OF FLORENCE
Founded in
1321
World Ranking
# 255
Italian Ranking
# 9
P.za di San Marco, 4, 50121 Firenze FI

57,000
The University of Florence is a public university in Florence, Italy. It was founded in 1321 and is one of the oldest universities in the world. The university has a strong reputation for academic excellence and is ranked among the top universities in Italy and Europe.
For international students, the University of Florence offers a number of advantages, including
Affordability:
Tuition and fees at the University of Florence are very affordable for international students. Students pay a registration fee of approximately €200 per year, and tuition fees vary depending on the program of study.
Diversity:
The University of Florence has a large and diverse international student body. Over 10% of the student body is from outside of Italy, representing over 100 different countries. This diversity provides students with the opportunity to learn about different cultures and perspectives.
Quality education:
The University of Florence is a highly ranked university, both in Italy and internationally. It is ranked among the top 10 universities in Italy by the QS World University Rankings, and among the top 500 universities in the world by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. The university is known for its strong programs in medicine, engineering, law, and the humanities.
Support:
The university offers a variety of support services for international students, including language assistance, cultural orientation, and career counseling
Language of teaching ( English )

Bachelor Degree
The Bachelor's degree at the University of Florence is a three-year program that leads to a Laurea degree. The program is designed to provide students with a broad foundation in their chosen field of study. Students must complete a minimum of 180 credits, which are earned through a combination of coursework, exams, and research.

PHD Degree
The Ph.D. program at the University of Florence typically takes three to four years to complete. The first year is devoted to coursework and research training. The second and third years are devoted to full-time research, culminating in the submission of a dissertation.
Bachelor Degree | Year | Admission Test |
---|---|---|
Sustainable economy for social challenges | 3 | Yes |
Master Degree | Year | Admission Test |
---|---|---|
Architectural design | 2 | Yes |
Computer Science (Curriculum: Resilient and Secure Cyber-Physical Systems ) | 2 | No |
Design of Sustainable Tourism Systems | 2 | No |
Economics and Development | 2 | No |
Finance and risk management | 2 | No |
Geoengineering | 2 | No |
Geography, Spatial Management, Heritage for International Cooperation | 2 | No |
Natural Resources Management for Tropical Rural Development | 2 | No |
International Relations and European Studies | 2 | No |
Urban and Regional Planning and Design (URPD) | 2 | No |
Advanced Molecular Sciences | 2 | No |
PHD Degree | Year | Interview |
---|---|---|
Atomic and Molecular Photonics | 3 | Yes |
Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics | 3 | Yes |
Earth and Planetary Sciences | 3 | Yes |
Development Economics and Local Systems - DELOS | 3 | Yes |
Legal Sciences | 3 | Yes |
Sustainable Management of Agricultural Forestry and Food Resources | 3 | Yes |
Information Engineering | 3 | Yes |
Civil and Environmental Engineering | 3 | Yes |
Agricultural and Environmental Sciences | 3 | Yes |
Smart Computing | 3 | Yes |
Philology, Italian Literature, Linguistics | 3 | Yes |
Comparative Languages, Literatures and Cultures | 3 | Yes |
Area of Drugs and Innovative Treatments | 3 | Yes |
Accommodations for Students at the University of Flore, Italy, under the Italian Government Scholarship
Our university offers exclusive residential options for students enrolled at the University of Florence as part of the Italian Government Scholarship program.
Students are selected based on a prioritized application process and academic merit. The selection process is highly competitive and differentiates applicants based on their academic achievements.