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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
Climate change and water reserves: a global map
Thanks to advanced machine learning models, the new GRAiCE dataset provides an accurate reconstruction of variations in freshwater reserves, highlighting the impact of extreme climate events on water resources.
The “Unexpected” lichen, discovered in the Po Valley
Accidentally found by a researcher from the University of Bologna, it was named Leprocaulon inexpectatum to emphasise the surprise of the discovery of a new species in one of the most polluted areas of Europe.
Promoting social interaction to foster healthy ageing
Healthy aging relies on the power of social connection: frequent and meaningful interactions within key social groups improve quality of life and promote longevity. This is demonstrated in detail by a study published in the journal GeroScience.
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.