The Polytechnic University of Turin is a landmark in Italy for anyone who wants to study engineering, architecture and computer science.
The history of the institution began in 1859, as the School of Application for Engineers, and then officially became the Polytechnic in 1906. The University's first home was the Valentino Castle, within the park of the same name, crossed by the imposing Po River, one of the symbols of the city. Today, however, the main campus is the Citadella Politecnica.
Let's find out what Turin Polytechnic University has to offer and why it is so prestigious.
In the overall QS world ranking of the best universities, the Politecnico di Torino ranks among the best universities in Italy, next to the Politecnico di Milano, La Sapienza University and the Alma Mater in Bologna.
Unsurprisingly, the 2023 edition of the Forbes Best Under 30 in Italy ranking included no less than three Polytechnic alumni who excelled in the field of computer engineering.
The range of bachelor's and master's degree programs on offer is broad: especially engineering matriculants find themselves able to choose from courses of study in biomedical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, physics, and many other fields.
The Polytechnic's mechanical engineering department is particularly famous and renowned for its ongoing collaboration with Fiat, the historic Italian automobile company.
Specifically, in the Automotive Engineering degree program, 30 percent of the teaching activity is delivered by managers and professionals from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles.
The department of architecture and design offers courses in land use planning, urban planning and
communication.
Various degree programs are available in both Italian and English, such as computer engineering, mechanical engineering, and industrial production engineering.
Polytechnic University of Turin places great emphasis on students, offering numerous services to ensure they have a fulfilling university experience.
These include, for example, the "buddy program" to offer support to first-year freshmen.
Other interesting services include career guidance meetings, various sports and cultural associations, and the University Language Center (CLA), which offers the opportunity to obtain internationally recognized English and Italian language certifications. Specifically, the IELTS Academic English certification for English and the PLIDA for Italian.
Every April, CLA organizes language courses to prepare departing students for Erasmus and Erasmus+ programs.
Turin is a fascinating city, bordered by the Alps and caressed by the Po, Italy's longest river. But that's not all, Turin is agreat city to study in and suitable for young people, thanks to its fun nightlife, drinking establishments and many cultural events.
In terms of costs, studying in Turin can be quite affordable compared to the nearby city of Milan, for example. Public transportation in Turin is well organized, and a monthly season ticket for university students costs about 26 euros. Rent is as always the biggest expense: the cost of a single room ranges from 400 to 600 euros, excluding utilities.
International students who choose to study at the polytechnic are 19 percent of the enrollment and come from more than 100 countries.
If you would like to join them, you can check the entry requirements for your degree program in your faculty's specific admission notice. If you are a non-EU student you will need to present a certificate of knowledge of the Italian language and apply for a student visa. If you need help applying to university you can consult Welcome Association Italy's guide to studying in Italy and contact us forcomplete assistance.
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