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.

First Year

Mandatory Courses

English Proficiency B2, Period 1, Credits: 6
Laboratory of Environmental Comfort, Period 1
Detailed Design, Period 1, Discipline: ICAR/11, Credits: 6
Health and Environmental Comfort Requirements, Period 1, Discipline: ING-IND/11, Credits: 3
Law of Public Contract, Period 1, Discipline: IUS/10, Credits: 6
Theories of Conservation of Historic Buildings and Architectural Heritage, Period 1, Discipline: ICAR/19, Credits: 6
BIM Modeling, Period 2, Discipline: ICAR/17, Credits: 6
Constructions, Period 2, Discipline: ICAR/09, Credits: 12
Economy and Programming of the Job in the Construction Sector, Period 2, Discipline: ING-IND/35, Credits: 6
History of Architectural Processes and Techniques, Period 2, Discipline: ICAR/18, Credits: 6
Second Year

Mandatory Courses
Internship, Period 1, Credits: 12
Laboratory of Technical Requirements and Building Regulations, Period 1
Architectural Design, Period 1, Discipline: ICAR/14, Credits: 6
Fundamentals of Performance Design, Period 1, Discipline: ICAR/12, Credits: 9
Principles of Urban Planning and Landscape Environmental Legislation, Period 1, Discipline: ICAR/20, Credits: 3
Final Examination (18 CFU)
Students may choose to carry out practical and research activities within companies/institutions external to Unibo or within Unibo laboratories, which can be registered in students’ records. Students can either choose the final exam only (Group A) or the final exam plus an additional activity (Group B).
2.1) Group A (max limit 18 CFU)

Final Examination, Credits: 18
2.2) Group B (max limit 18 CFU)

Internship Abroad for Preparation of the Final Examination, Credits: 12
Internship for Preparation for the Final Examination, Credits: 12
Preparation for the Final Examination Abroad, Credits: 12
Final Examination, Credits: 6
Courses Freely Chosen by Students (15 - 23 CFU)
Consolidation and Restoration of Monuments, Period 1, Credits: 6
Geomatic Engineering for Cultural Heritage, Period 1, Credits: 6
Technologies for Existing Building Renovation, Period 1, Credits: 6
Historic Masonry and Wood Structures, Period 2, Credits: 9
Legal Procedures for Infrastructures and Public Works Procurement, Period 2, Credits: 6

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.

• 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