📖Introduction

The University of Bologna, founded in 1088, is widely recognized as the oldest university in the world, making it a historic institution in the realm of higher education. It is a public research university located in Bologna, Italy, with several campuses spread across the Emilia-Romagna region, as well as an international campus in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Known for its innovative approach to education and research, the University of Bologna offers a wide range of programs in fields such as arts, humanities, science, law, medicine, engineering, and business. With a strong focus on interdisciplinary research and a global outlook, the university plays a pivotal role in the European Higher Education Area and is a founding member of the Coimbra Group, a network of prestigious European universities. The institution is known for its rich academic tradition and its contributions to both national and international research initiatives.

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📖Program Curriculum

First Year

Mandatory Courses

Development Economics I – 6 CFU
Political Power Beyond State Boundaries: Migration, Development, and Human Rights – 12 CFU
Politics and Development in the Global World – 6 CFU
24 CFU to be Chosen Among:

Anthropology of Migration – 6 CFU
Citizenship and Development in Africa – 6 CFU
Geography of the Euro-Mediterranean Region – 12 CFU
Justice, Multiculturalism, and Human Rights – 6 CFU
Political History of European Integration and Cooperation – 6 CFU
Linguistic Skills - 6 CFU to be Chosen Among:

French Language (B1)
German Language
Italian Language
Spanish Language (B1)
Second Year

Mandatory Courses

Development Economics II – Not available for the year 2024/2025
Culture and Development – 6 CFU
Policies and Institutions for Development – 6 CFU
International Law – 6 CFU
Two Courses to be Chosen Between (12 CFU):

History of Euro-Mediterranean Political Systems since 1945 – 6 CFU
Project-Cycle Management in Development Cooperation – 6 CFU
Anthropology of Climate Change – 6 CFU
Global Challenges: Ecological Law and the Pluriverse of Cultures – 6 CFU
History of Eastern Europe, Nation-Building and Protection of Minorities – 6 CFU
Sound Ecologies and the Anthropology of Sustainability – 6 CFU
Systems of Protection of Fundamental Rights – 6 CFU
One Activity to be Chosen Among (8 CFU):

Workshop on Monitoring and Evaluation of Development Cooperation Projects – 4 CFU
Internships – 8 CFU
Workshop on Innovative, Transcultural, and Participatory Methodologies – Not available for the year 2024/2025 – 4 CFU
Workshop on Management and Design of EU International Cooperation and Development Projects – 4 CFU
Workshop on Projects for Inventorying, Preserving, and Disseminating Innovative Traditional Knowledge – 4 CFU
Final Assessment (16 CFU)

Final Examination – 16 CFU
Final Examination (4 ECTS) – 4 CFU
Internship for Preparation for the Final Examination – 12 CFU
Preparation for the Final Examination Abroad – 12 CFU
Elective Learning Activities (12 CFU)

Elective Learning Activities (Max 12 CFU): The student can choose among the activities included in the Master's Degree or select recommended activities (Minimum 12 CFU).
History of Relations Between Europe and Latin America in the Contemporary Age – 6 CFU
Arabic Language – 6 CFU
Contemporary History of North Africa and the Middle East – 6 CFU
Environmental Crises and Natural Resources Management – Not available for the year 2024/2025 – 6 CFU
Globalization, Democracy, and Human Rights – Not available for the year 2024/2025 – 6 CFU
History and Institutions of Asia – 6 CFU
Humanitarian Communication – 6 CFU
Internships (6 CFU) – 6 CFU
Landscapes of Post-Urbanity: Nature, Infrastructure, Semantics – 6 CFU
Remapping the Post-Soviet Space – Not available for the year 2024/2025 – 6 CFU
Statistical Analysis and Modelling – 6 CFU
The International Law on Sustainable Development – 6 CFU

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🏫About University of Bologna

The University of Bologna is a leader in academic excellence, offering more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. Its commitment to innovation is demonstrated through its extensive research output and partnerships with industries and institutions worldwide. The university promotes a vibrant intellectual community, fostering a blend of academic tradition and modern scientific inquiry. With over 80,000 students, including a significant international population, the University of Bologna is dedicated to creating an inclusive and dynamic learning environment. Its role as a pioneer in European higher education is reinforced by its involvement in various international networks, projects, and exchanges, making it a global hub for education and research.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

406 RMB

Tuition fee:

3,570 EUR per year

7,140 EUR in total

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.

Minimum education level: Bachelor's.

The program is quite competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average B, 60%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo
  • Official transcript
  • Personal statement
  • English certificate (You can take the English test online)
  • Guarantor letter
  • 2 Recommendation letters

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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