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The video showcases the cultural heritage of the University of Bologna: libraries, museums, and people.
A heritage that thinks, grows, and transforms
Virtual Fair 2025
The annual online event to learn about degree programmes, meet people who are already studying at the university, get to know the university's facilities and services, and attend a real lecture. Register now, and you can start visiting the virtual stands and check the programme of the events you are interested in.
PhD: pathways, tools, and opportunities
On 26 February at 10:30, join us online to discuss how to enhance your education and embark on a research journey. Th event will be held in Italian.
Explore educational opportunities
We guide you in choosing the degree programme based on your profile, showing you the available options to identify which ones best match your interests.
Data that tells a story
2024 figures from the Museum and Library Systems
15
University Museums
24
University Libraries
1,971
guided tours, workshops, and educational pathways
166,319
Visitors
1,036,109 m²
dedicated to culture
6,375,073
electronic and documentary resources
Research for Cultural Heritage
Some projects of the University of Bologna
Latin in the papyri of late antique Egypt
The LAREGRE project studies around 400 Latin papyri from Late Antique Egypt, analyzing the reaction of ancient Egypt to the decline of Rome.
Culture at the service of the community
The SPICE project engages citizens to promote inclusive dialogue and foster cultural understanding and social integration.
"Popular Knowledge" as science
Examining ancient Arabic texts, the UseFool project studies how knowledge of nature was used for entertainment and deception.
Understanding Italian visual culture
The ANIMATE project analyzes Italian visual culture and develops tools to evaluate aesthetic practices through an ecological lens.
Preservation of archaeological materials
The VOLATILE4ARCHAEO project studies new volatile binders for the preservation of fragile archaeological materials, improving the efficacy and safety of treatments.
Innovation for conservation
HOLAHERIS is a project that develops an innovative method for cultural heritage conservation, combining 3D data, structural monitoring, and dynamic analysis.
Voices, stories, ideas
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Museums as bridges between eras and knowledge
When I see collections come to life through the eyes of those observing them for the first time, the value of my work emerges with particular strength. The surprise and curiosity that an object can inspire are tangible proof of how alive and meaningful museum heritage truly is.
Annalisa Managlia, Technical Coordinator of the University Museum System
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The Botanical Garden: a living museum
Working surrounded by greenery in the historic center of Bologna, starting almost every day by checking new blooms, following the natural flow of the seasons—seemingly unchanging yet different each year—are the rare privileges that make my work in the Botanical Garden so special.
Umberto Mossetti, Curator of the Botanical Garden and Herbarium at the University Museum System
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The importance of passing down knowledge
Direct contact with culture made me feel part of something greater. My experience within the University Library left a profound mark on me, shaping my approach to work and study, as well as my plans for the future.
Teresa Gallesi, Former intern in the modern and ancient sectors of the University Library of Bologna
Are you thinking about studying in Italy at the University of Bologna?
On 25 and 26 February, join Virtual Fair 2025 to learn all about our degree programmes.
Do you know Una Europa?
Meet our Student Local Task Force, the group representing UniBo students within the Alliance.
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions - postdoctoral fellowships
Researchers share their research projects, experiences, and expectations.
Highlights
Inauguration of the 2024/25 Academic Year - 1 March 2025
This ceremony, intertwining memory and vision, is a solemn occasion where the University presents itself with exceptional guests and symbolic recognitions. Koen Lenaerts, President of the Court of Justice of the European Union, will deliver a lecture and receive the Sigillum Magnum.
The University of Bologna ranks first in Italy six times over
In the latest Times Higher Education by Subject rankings, the University of Bologna holds the most top positions among Italian universities and ranks twice in the global top 50.
"Musica Insieme in Ateneo": the benefits of art and culture in the theatre and the Sant’Orsola Polyclinic
The 27th edition of the music festival, free for the university community, will feature great talents in an intense and meaningful dialogue between generations until 16 April.
From research to society
The highest energy Neutrino ever observed
Detected by the KM3NeT underwater Neutrino telescope, the event opens new perspectives in the interpretation of astrophysical phenomena occurring in the Universe.
Experimenting with artificial intelligence in Europe
EUSAiR is the new research project funded by the European Commission, designed to create controlled environments where innovative artificial intelligence systems can be tested and validated before their commercialization.
The strength of made in Italy
As part of the PhD Storytelling Lab initiative, Veronica Pasini, a PhD candidate at the Department of Architecture, presents a digital and collective platform as a strategic project to enhance the capabilities of Italian SMEs.
The University's values
University campuses
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Bologna Campus
Testimonies from the past and experiences from the present intertwine in the academic facilities in Bologna.
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Cesena Campus
The Campus stands out for its strong link with local companies, serving as a bridge between academia and the business world.
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Forlì Campus
A modern and dynamic Campus with facilities and services in the heart of a liveable and accessible city.
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Ravenna Campus
A unique experience that allows you to connect closely with the history, art and ecosystem of a highly stimulating city.
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Rimini Campus
A people-focussed meeting place for cultures and ideas from all over the world.