ITALY
Italy, a European country with a long Mediterranean coastline, has left a powerful mark on Western culture and cuisine. Its capital, Rome, is home to the Vatican as well as landmark art and ancient ruins. Other major cities include Florence, with Renaissance masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s “David” and Brunelleschi’s Duomo; Venice, the city of canals; and Milan, Italy’s fashion capital. Currency of Italy is Euro & official language in Italian.
Religion
Italy is officially a secular state. However, its religious and social landscape is deeply influenced by the Roman Catholic tradition. Indeed, the epicenter and government of the Catholic Church (the Vatican) and its leader (the Pope) are located in Rome.
Climate
Italy has a predominantly Mediterranean climate with mild, sometimes rainy winters and sunny, hot, and usually dry summers. Some average temperature ranges for different parts of Italy in March are: Northern Italy: 35-55°F (2-13°C) Central Italy: 45-60°F (7-16°C) Southern Italy: 50-60°F (10-16°C)
- Italy is in south central Europe and is considered part of Western Europe
- Italy’s economy is ranked as the Second largest in the Euro zone and the Eighth largest in the world.
- Italy is 7th largest industrialized nation in the world and a leading country in world trade and exports.
- Italy has 20 Regions which has world’s most beautiful and visited cities like Rome, Milan, Venice, Florence etc.
- With almost 40 million visitors, Italy is the fourth most visited country in the world.
- Italy’s major industries include tourism, machinery, iron and steel, chemicals, food processing, textiles, motor vehicles, clothing, footwear, and ceramics.
- Total Population Approx. 6 Crore
- Italy is a member of European Union & Schengen Countries
- Second Best medical facilities in the world according to WHO
Italy Is Famous For
- World class High Ranked Universities and Education, Fashion Brands like Armani, Gucci, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Marni etc.
- Milan city also known as Fashion Capital of world.
- World’s best Automobile companies like Ferrari, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Lamborghini, etc.
- Huge contribution to Art, Architecture, Food, Literature, Design, Opera, Football, Gelato and the list is endless.
- Italy has the 55 UNESCO World Heritage sites, the most in the world. Few are Colosseum, Venice Canals, Pompeii, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Vatican City, etc.
- World’s High Ranked Public Universities according to QS World Rankings.
- 100% scholarship which covers-
- Tuition fees for Entire Degree Program
- Stipend Covers Hostel Expenses
- Stipend of Rs. 9 lacs for Masters’ & Rs. 13.5 lacs for bachelors
- Italian universities charge tuition fees from international students and offer Diploma, Bachelors and Masters programs exclusively taught in English.
- No IELTS/TOFEL/GRE/GMAT /SAT Required.
- Free access to 2nd best Medical health care Facility in the World.
- 1 Year Post Study Schengen Work Visa (Gateway to 26 EU Countries).
- Part-time & Full-time jobs available.
- Italy ranks amongst the 8 most industrialized Countries in the world. Internship & Employment opportunities in multi-national companies.
- PR Friendly Country.
- Internship & Placement Opportunity through ERASMUS in Germany, France, Sweden, Netherlands, etc.
- Every year 40,000 international students head for Italy to enjoy one of the most unique experiences international graduate educations has to offer.
- Medical Facilities are free and world’s 2nd best medical facility available.
- In a terms of Industrializations, Italy is World’s Most Industrialized Nations/World’s Sixth Largest Manufacturing country & world’s 7th largest industrialized country
- Politecnico di Milano
QS World Rank – 143 QS Employability Rank – 41
Location – North-West
City – Milan
Year of Establishment – 1863
Interesting Fact – Ranked as the number 1 University in Italy
- University of Bologna
QS World Rank — 166 QS Employability Rank – 84
Location – North-East
City – Bologna
Year of Establishment – 1088
Interesting Fact – 1st University of the world, almost 1000 years old.
- Sapienza University of Rome
QS World Rank — 171 QS Employability Rank – 93
Location – Central Italy
City – Rome
Year of Establishment – 1303
Interesting Fact – Western Europe’s largest University with 1,550,000 students and ranked 84th
- University of Padova
QS World Ranking -242 QS Employability Rank – 15
Location – North-East
City – Padua
Year of Establishment – 1222
Interesting Fact – Nicolas Copernicus, Polish Astronomer is a noted alumni & Galileo Galilee was one of the faculty at Padua.
- University of Milan
QS World Rank — 316 QS Employability Rank – 201
Location – North-West
City – Milan
Year of Establishment – 1924
Interesting Fact – Notable fashion designer, Maria Bianchi (Prada fame) is an alumni.
- Politecnico di Torino
QS World Ranking — 334 QS Employability Rank – M1
Location – North-West
City – Turin
Year of Establishment – 1859
Interesting Fact – It is ITALY’s oldest technical University.
- Tor Vergata University of Rome
QS World Rank – 494 QS Employability Rank – 301
Location – Central Italy
City – Rome
Year of Establishment – 1982
Interesting Fact – The University Tor-Vergata is young University in ITALY.
- University of Turin
QS World Rank — 521 QS Employability Rank – 308
Location – North-West
City – Turin
Year of Establishment – 1404
Interesting Fact – It’s steadily ranked among the top 5 Italian Universities & 3rd for research activities in Italy.
Arts and Design | Architecture and Construction |
Accounting, Finance and Economics | Agriculture and Forestry |
Business and Management | Commerce |
Computer and IT | Education |
Engineering | English Language and Linguistics |
Environmental Science | Events |
Fishery | Health & Humanities |
Hospitality & Tourism | Journalism and Mass Communication |
Law | Life Sciences |
Mathematics & Statistics | Pharmacy |
Physical Science | Security Services |
Social and Behaviour Science | Sports |
Transport Services | Veterinary |
- COURSE DURATION
After 10th Std | Diplomas (6 months to 12 months) |
Bachelors (3 years to 3.5 years) | |
After 12th Std | Diplomas ( 6 months to 12 months) |
Bachelors (2 years to 3 years) | |
After Graduation | PG Diplomas (12 months to 14 months) |
Masters (1 year to 2 years) |
- INTAKES: Some Institutes have three Intakes, some have four and some have Rolling Intakes, thereby recruitment to Singapore is possible throughout the year, for students as well as for Partners
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS | 60% and above |
IELTS | 6.5 Overall No band less than 6.0 |
TOEFL | 90 Overall Not less than 20 |
PTE | 60 Overall No score less than 50 |
The main Intakes are September, January and May. There are limited intakes in July and October as well.
Cost
Estimated cost to be incurred by a student for a year of study in Canada CAD $1 = Rs.60/-
| SR NO | DETAILS | CAD$ | AMT IN RS. |
1 | Tuition Fees (may varies as per course) | 20000 | 12,00,000 |
2 | Accommodation & Living Cost | 10200 | 6,12,000 |
3 | Air Fare | 1000 | 60,000 |
4 | Visa Fees | 235 | 14,100 |
Total Expense to Study | 18,86,100 | ||
5 | Less Earnings through Part time Jobs | 11500 | 6,90,000 |
Total Expense for Canada | 11,96,100 | ||
All international students who have graduated from a Canadian post-secondary institution are eligible for a Post Study Work Visa to gain valuable Canadian work experience. To be eligible for a Post Study Work Visa, international students
• Should have studied full-time for at least eight months preceding the completion of their program and have graduated from a Designated Learning Institution.
• Must have completed and passed the program of study and received written notification that they are eligible to obtain their degree, diploma, or certificate.
• Must apply for a post study work permit within 180 days of receiving written confirmation by way of final mark sheets from their academic institution.
• The Post Study Work Visa provides no restrictions on the type of employment and requirement of a job offer.
• If the program duration is less than 8 months – Students are not eligible for a Post Study Work Visa.
• If the program duration is more than 8 months but less than 2 years Post Study Work Visa will be issued for the same length as the study program. (For example, if student completed a 9-month program, a work permit may be issued for up to 9 months).
• If the program duration is 2 years or more – Post Study Work Visa will be issued for 3 years.
• If a student has completed more than one program, they may be able to get a PSW that combines the length of both the programs. For this, each of the programs they have completed must be – Post Study Work Visa eligible and at least 8 months in length.
Italy Universities & Colleges
