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Broadening perspectives
More than 200 free online training activities open to everyone, thanks to EDVANCE—the first Digital Education Hub dedicated to advanced digital culture.
Lifelong Discovery
Learning and pursuing your passions is always possible, whether you’ve recently retired or have been enjoying retirement for years.
Investing in Knowledge
Training for you or your business helps develop new skills or refine existing ones.
Not sure where to start?
We’ll guide you through your options for continuing your studies after high school.
Recognize your own pace
At every stage of your university life, there are people at the University who can support you through any moment of difficulty.
Photography and Feminisms
The FAF Center revisits the history of Italian photography by highlighting the role of women in art and visual culture.
Democracy and Crisis
The DEMOPE project analyzes how moments of crisis redefine decision-making processes, offering new perspectives on political dynamics.
Choosing Change
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Preserving culture
The astronomical heritage of the Museo della Specola with Art Bonus: history and art for the benefit of the community and future generations.
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Palliative care: the experience of Spiaggia dei Valori
Improving the quality of life for vulnerable individuals and their caregivers through non-pharmacological interventions.
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Down Syndrome: The Genoma 21 Project
Exploring new therapeutic approaches to improve the quality of life for people with Trisomy 21.
"Something's good if you're sharing it with someone else!"
Ceylin, international students from Turkey
"Finding a community in Bologna was a very easy process."
Federico, international student from Argentina
"Deciding where to go for university it's a really important decision."
Caroline, international student from Brazil
Highlights
MusicAteneo 2025: nine concerts for a world tour through music
The international festival of orchestras and choirs, organised every spring by the Collegium Musicum, begins.
The role of Universities in the climate challenge: Alma Mater at the Climate Symposium
Rector Molari attended the symposium in Durham organized by the Coimbra Group on climate change and the commitment of universities to environmental protection.
QS Ranking: The University of Bologna ranks first in Italy 19 times
In the latest edition of the prestigious international ranking, the University of Bologna holds the highest number of top positions at the national level and is among the world's top 50 in 6 subjects.
From research to society
Dark diversity: how the human footprint erases biodiversity
Only one in five native plant species survives in areas threatened by human presence. An international study of 5,500 sites around the world reveals nature’s invisible loss.
Hematologic tumors and CAR-T
One-third of patients receiving advanced cellular therapies develop a serious neurotoxicity syndrome as a side effect. A new scientific study reveals how to detect this complication days in advance.
New light on the functioning of urease
Thanks to cryo-electron microscopy, a research group has identified a previously unknown aspect of the mechanism of action of this widely occurring enzyme in nature. The discovery paves the way for the development of new drugs.
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.