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Univ. of Bologna
Study at the oldest university in Europe whose alumni include Dante, Thomas Becket, Copernicus, and Pasolini. Through UCEAP, you can be a part of this legacy and take regular university courses at the University of Bologna in a wide range of fields. The university is located in the heart of Bologna’s beautifully preserved historical center. Savor the daily pleasures of buying fresh mozzarella or tortellini in the city’s famous food markets, strolling through some 20 miles of elegant porticos, or mingling with other students in the Piazza Maggiore.
 
You attend classes with Italian and international students. If you have only one year of university-level Italian you can qualify for the Bologna fall or year programs by enrolling in the summer Pre-Intensive Language Program (pre-ILP), Florence.
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For a peek into the life of UCEAP students in Bologna, check out this video - UCEAP Bologna

Students attend classes with international and/or host country students.

Course Opportunities

You take regular university courses. Most academic disciplines are available, including communications, dramatic arts, studio arts and music (through the MUSPE—Dipartimento di Musica e Spettacolo), economics, European history, film studies (not production), literature, mathematics, natural sciences, and political science.
 
If you are a fine arts student on the Year or Spring program, you may take a limited number of courses at Bologna’s Academy of Fine Arts. Students attending only the Fall program cannot take courses at this institution.
 
Use the following resources to learn about courses on UCEAP:
 
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Units

You will take a full-time course of study on UCEAP. The average course load is four courses per semester for 20-24 UC quarter units.
 
Pre-ILP: 3 to 15 UC quarter units
ILP: 3 to 6 UC quarter units (upper division)
Term: 20-24 UC quarter units
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Language of Instruction

Italian
Courses are taught in Italian. While most applicants have only two years of university-level Italian before departure, on-site language study plus immersion in daily life in Italy accelerates your language acquisition and makes taking courses taught in Italian both feasible and rewarding.
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Language Study

Italian

The program begins with a four-week Italian intensive language program (ILP) to help you develop your writing, grammar, and conversation skills and prepare you for taking Italian university courses. Additional Italian language study may be required during the year. ​



Internships, Research, and Independent Study

Internships or independent study projects for academic credit are available on this program. Students can engage in internships under the direction of a University of Bologna faculty member as well as with local organizations. Past UCEAP students have interned at the Bologna prison, the Jewish Museum, the Cineteca di Bologna, local junior high schools and high schools, chemistry and biology labs, artist apprenticeships, and the University of Bologna’s research hospital. Arrangements are generally made at the UCEAP Study Center after arrival.
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Duration

Go to the Participants section to see current or past calendars.​
 
Fall :  
​late August to late January

Pre-ILP + Fall :  
mid-June to late January​

Spring :  
early January to late July​

Year :  
late August to late July​

Pre-ILP + Year :  
mid-June to late July of the following year​
 

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​Students participating in the fall option will not return to UC in time for the winter quarter. Berkeley and Merced students will be able to return to their campus for the spring semester.

Housing

You will find your own housing for both the ILP and term, generally sharing an apartment with Italians, international students, or other UC students. The UCEAP Study Center in Bologna will give you advice on where and how to look for housing and tips on available rentals. The University of Bologna housing service also provides assistance and information on available housing.
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On-site Support

UCEAP students are supported by UC’s network of EAP offices at every UC campus and partnerships with UCEAP host universities throughout the world. Local UCEAP staff in Bologna will help you integrate into the culture and provide assistance with academics, housing, safety, and other issues.
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See the UCEAP Program Guide (PDF) for program-specific details about host institutions, program structure, and courses; academic culture and conduct; internships, research, & independent study; units, exams, and grades; orientation; housing; and information about the intensive language program (if applicable).​

Host Institutions

University of Bologna

University of Bologna
Located in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, the University of Bologna is the oldest institution of higher learning in the world. The first students attended in 1088 and strictly studied law, while artists and theologians entered the university in the fourteenth century bringing along the study of Medicine, Philosophy, Arithmetic, Astronomy, Logic, Rhetoric, and Grammar. Nowadays, the University of Bologna is the proud home to over 100,000 students, 5,000 plus of which are international. 114 Bachelor programs stretching over 23 faculties means that the university, called “il Mulinol” or “the Studiorum” by locals, has students of all subject areas living together in the cosmopolitan college city.  The University of Bologna was also home to many notable alumni, including Dante Allegheri, Pope Alexander VI, and Petrarch.
 
The city of Bologna itself dates back one millennia before the birth of Christ. With the college-city feel of Bologna comes many art festivals, music festivals, theater productions, and culinary legends. Furthermore, Bologna is so conveniently located that its Bologna Central Station is seen as the transportation hub of Italy, allowing students to take a train almost anywhere in Italy and its surrounding countries. Any art buff would have a field day walking around Bologna, as there are beautiful architectural landmarks, sculptures, and museums at every turn. The University of Bologna, in conjunction with the city, also houses Europe’s fourth oldest botanical garden, Orto Botanico dell’Università di Bologna, with 450 years of growing over 5,000 specimens.
 
The University of Bologna offers many student services to help international and domestic students alike get involved and assimilated in the university. Many course-specific and recreational clubs are available for anyone to join, and the University Sports Center (CUSB) offers courses, tournaments, teams, and activities for the athletes going abroad.
 
Studying at Bologna creates a wide range of opportunities for students. With 23 faculties, students may take courses in subjects areas such as Advanced Modern Languages, Agriculture, Architecture, Arts and Humanities, Economics (Forli & Rimini), Education Sciences, Engineering (two schools), Exercise and Sport Science, Foreign Languages and Literature, Industrial Chemistry, Law, Mathematical, Physical, and Natural Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Political Science (two schools), Preservation of the Cultural Heritage, Psychology, Statistical Sciences, and Veterinary Medicine. Sample courses taught at the University of Bologna include Body and Disease, Psychology of Art, Sociolinguistics, Economics of Development: Africa, Geography of Tourism, Iran and Islam, Poetics of Love, Language and Media, Sociology of Crime, and Cosmology.
 
 

Academy of Fine Arts

 
Qualified UCEAP students at the University of Bologna may take a limited number of courses at the Academy of Fine Arts. With the academic reform of the educational system in Italy, the degree programs at Fine Arts Academies have been divided into undergraduate programs (Triennio) and postgraduate programs (Biennio specialistico). The Accademia di Belle Arti di Bologna offers both programs. Courses offered at the Academy include Digital Photography, Engraving, Drawing, Decorative Design, Computer Graphics, Fashion Design, Sculpture, Installation Art, and Mosaics. Some past UCECAP participants have also participated in apprenticeships with local Bolognese artists. (Advanced level students may qualify for specific courses in the Biennio specialistico program).
  
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Estimated Cost

Participation in UCEAP is a great value! The cost of studying abroad on UCEAP programs is typically less than that of non-UC study abroad programs. The dollar figures listed in the chart represent: 1) the amount of the fees that are paid directly to UCEAP in the current year, and 2) an estimate of the amount needed to cover personal living expenses in this location. Personal travel and entertainment are not included here.
 
Don't forget that you take your financial aid with you and the amount of your financial aid package will take into account the estimated TOTAL COST of this experience, as it is estimated below.
 
These expenses are estimated for 2012-13. Amounts will vary for 2012-13 participation due to potential changes to UC fees, exchange rate fluctuation, etc. Non-Resident Fees apply: If you are subject to out-of-state tuition at your UC campus, you will pay the same fees on UCEAP. For a more detailed breakdown of 2012-13 payment information, visit the Participants Portal and select the appropriate program. 
 
Here’s what is included in the estimate:
 
  • Predeparture expenses (visa, etc.)
  • Round-trip airfare
  • UC fees
  • Tuition at host institution
  • Accident and medical insurance
  • On-site orientation
  • Room and board
  • Intensive language program
  • Program excursions and activities
  • Books and other incidental expenses
  • Automatic transfer of credits and grades to your UC transcript
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Estimated EAP Costs*

Options Cost
  • Fall
  • Pre-ILP + Fall
  • Spring
  • Year
  • Pre-ILP + Year
  • $17,300
  • $25,000
  • $18,600
  • $29,700
  • $37,300
*Based on most recent costs to the nearest $100.

Scholarships

UCEAP scholarships for the 2012-13 academic year are available. Please visit our scholarships overview page for general information and details  regarding eligibility requirements and application deadlines.

Application Requirements

Class Level:

Junior, Senior, Graduate

Language Prerequisites:

Italian
- The University-level language requirement is: minimum 1 year (3 quarters / 2 semesters) with a minimum language GPA of 2.85.
* The program requires a minimum of 2 years University-level Italian or 1 year of Italian and enrollment in the summer Pre-ILP.

GPA:

2.85 cumulative GPA at the time of application and maintained through the end of the last term prior to departure.

Minimum Criteria:

 All applicants must also have:
  • Serious academic goals and a clear plan for integrating EAP studies into the student's UC degree program
  • Social and cross-cultural sensitivity; maturity; ability to adapt successfully to a different environment and an new education system; ability to assess and exhibit appropriate behavior in a variety of situations
  • A willingness to abide by program regulations
  • An endorsement by the Campus EAP Selection Committee and completion of all campus-specific requirements (an interview may be required)

Deadlines

Application deadlines and information on the application process are available through your Campus EAP Office. Supplemental predeparture materials will be required for many programs, including, but not limited to, host institution applications, visa and housing applications, medical clearances, etc.

For participation in the program, you must meet all deadlines and submit complete application materials.

Visit your Campus EAP Office for more information: