Study Architecture in Italy
Italy, which is the birthplace of many movements in the history of world architecture, also draws attention with its architectural education. There are some conditions required to study architecture in Italy. If you want to study architecture in Italy, this article is for you!
Why Architectural Education in Italy?
Studying architecture in Italy means being fascinated by a different building every day. As you dig deeper into the art of architecture and science, you will find that studying architecture in Italy is a turning point in your architectural career. You will start to look at the historical buildings that you see in every city of Italy, each of which is a separate lesson, from a different perspective.
There are many reasons to study architecture in Italy. For these reasons, we have compiled for you:
- At the end of architectural education in Italy, you will have a “blue diploma” valid in all of Europe. In this way, you have a diploma valid all over Europe and the world, and your job opportunities increase.
- Undergraduate education in architecture in Italy is 3 years. This means getting into life a year earlier.
- The rankings of universities that provide architecture education in Italy are quite good. Especially Politecnico Di Milano and Politecnico Di Torino are among the top 10 technical universities in Europe.
- Tuition fees of public universities in Italy are quite reasonable compared to other European countries. Considering the quality and cost of the education provided, it is seen that it is very advantageous to study in Italy.
- When you study in Italy, you have the chance to learn Italian as well as an adequate level of English.
Also you can check our “Cost of Living in Italy” article.
Universities Providing Architectural Education in Italy
- Politecnico Di Milano University
- Politecnico Di Torino University
Politecnico Di Milano and Politecnico Di Torino are pretty good schools in world rankings. Both schools are among the top 50 universities in the world in the field of architecture.
Architecture Equivalence in Italy
Universities that provide architecture education in Italy are in the top 500 in the world rankings in general and in the top 50 in the field of architecture. In this sense, students who study architecture in Italy do not have any equivalence problem.
You can read our article: “Study Interior Architecture in Italy“
Study Architecture in Italy (Undergraduate Education)
Undergraduate education in architecture takes 3 years, and it is possible to study in English thoroughly. For this, you have to take an exam held in September every year.
Admission Exam for Architecture in Italy
There is an admission exam for students who want to study architecture in Italy. The Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research (MIUR) held the architectural exam in Italy every September.
Some changes were made in the admission exam for faculties of architecture for 2020.
According to the new system;
- The number of questions was reduced to 40 in the exam.
- The exam duration was determined as 70 minutes.
- Each correct answer is worth 1.5 points, while wrong answers are -0.4 points. Questions left blank do not have any effect.
- The exam will be evaluated over 60 points.
Exam Content
- General Culture: 8 questions
- Logic: 6 questions
- Date: 12 questions
- Design and presentation: 6 questions
- Mathematics-Physics: 8 questions
Architecture Exam at Politecnico Di Milano
The architectural exam is jointly held in Italy. Students who choose Politecnico Di Milano (Milan Technical University) as their school preference take the exam in this school.
Architecture Exam 2020 at Politecnico Di Torino
For Politecnico Di Torino, this year’s admission exam for architecture was held online on September 4. You can get information about the dates for 2021 by contacting us.
Please contact us for detailed information about the content of the architectural exam, preparation resources we offer, such as practice exams, and preparation programs.
According to the latest change made by the Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research, 2020 Architecture Exam dates in Italy.
For Politecnico Di Milano September 2, 2020
For Politecnico Di Torino, September 4, 2020
Tuition Fees for Architecture in Italy
We provide discounts on the tuition fees for our students we process.
- The annual tuition fee of public universities varies between 500-3,000 Euros.
- Annual university prices at private schools range from 7,000 to 25,000 Euros.
For detailed information, you can take a look at our “Education Fees in Italy” article.
Study Architecture on Scholarship in Italy
Students who want to study architecture in Italy also have the opportunity to receive scholarships. Please contact us to study architecture on a scholarship in Italy.
For detailed information, you can check our article “Studying on a Scholarship in Italy.“
How to Study Architecture in Italy?
In order to study architecture in Italy, it is necessary to complete 12 years of basic education and enter the quota determined in the admission exam of the faculties of architecture.
Requirements to Study Architecture in Italy
Requirements to study architecture in Italy differ at undergraduate and master levels.
Undergraduate Education;
- Completing 12 years of basic education
- Language certificate at B2 level
- Success in the Admission Exam of the Faculty
- To be at the level of Italian determined by the Italian Consulate for Italian education
Master Education;
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture or related field
- Language certificate at B2 level
- A portfolio showing the work you have done
Study Master’s in Architecture in Italy
At universities where you can study master’s in architecture, there are more options than undergraduate education. Among these universities, the main ones are technical universities such as Politecnico Di Milano, Politecnico Di Torino, and the most established universities in Italy, such as Florence University and the University of Bologna. Besides these universities, there are private universities such as Domus Academy, ISAD (Istituto Superiore di Architettura e Design).
For detailed information about the universities that offer a master’s education in architecture Education in Italy, you can reach our team with education and life experience in Italy.
Tuition Fees for Master’s in Architecture in Italy
The tuition fee of a master’s in architecture in Italy ranges between 500-3,000 Euros per year. It is possible to get a discount on these fees. You can contact our team for detailed information about the professional services we offer in this field.
For detailed information, you can take a look at our “Education Fees in Italy” article.
Requirements for Master’s in Architecture in Italy
The requirements that are needed to study master’s in architecture in Italy are:
- Degree in architecture or related undergraduate programs
- Except for one university in Italy, there is no lower limit for graduation grades for master’s education in architecture. However, your high average is a factor that strengthens your hand in the acceptance process.
- To have at least B2 level certificate from internationally valid exams such as TOEFL / IELTS.
Architect Salaries in Italy
Average architect salaries in Italy are around 2,100 Euros per month. This amount varies according to your experience and the field of business you work in.
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