Introduction

The University of Italian Studies for Foreigners of Perugia is an Italian institution of higher learning that focuses on teaching Italian and spreading Italian culture and civilization. It is famous for its international educational environment and rich language and cultural courses, and is known as the "Messenger of Italy's Foreign Exchange".

Overview

Student size: Every year, there are about 2,500 Italian students and about 5,000 foreign students studying and exchanging at the school, from more than 100 countries and regions in the world.

Course settings: In addition to Italian language courses, it also offers undergraduate and master's degree courses in many fields such as art, literature, economics, business, and science, such as art and design, international relations and diplomacy, and foreign education.

History and establishment time

The history of the school can be traced back to 1921, when lawyer Astrorre Lupatteli founded the Advanced Culture Class in Perugia. The original intention was to introduce the history, natural beauty and rich artistic heritage of the Umbria region to the world. In 1927, the school moved to the Gallenga Building in the city center and gradually expanded. On February 17, 1992, the Italian government promulgated Law No. 204, officially defining it as a regular institution of higher learning.

School Strength

Teaching Staff: It has a professional teaching team. The teachers have rich teaching experience and profound professional knowledge in Italian teaching and related fields such as Italian culture, literature, and history, and can provide students with high-quality language education and cultural courses.

Teaching Resources: The school has a long-standing Language Evaluation and Certification Center (CVCL). The CELI Italian certificate issued is divided into six levels according to the European Common Language Reference Standard. It has an authoritative status and is currently the most widely used Italian proficiency certificate in the world.

Institutional Nature

Public University.

Educational Philosophy

Committed to promoting the spread of Italian language and culture in countries around the world, enhancing mutual understanding between different groups, adhering to the open and inclusive characteristics of school-running, allowing people from all countries and various cultures to integrate and communicate here, and cultivating students' understanding and appreciation of Italian culture, as well as the ability of cross-cultural communication.

Key Laboratories and Disciplines

Key Disciplines: Italian language teaching and research, Italian literature, Italian culture and art, international relations and diplomacy are the key disciplines of the school. In the field of Italian language education, the school has rich teaching experience and professional teaching methods, and the Italian language certificates it issues are highly authoritative; in terms of Italian culture and art, relying on the profound historical and cultural heritage of Perugia and Italy, it provides students with opportunities for in-depth study and research; the major of International Relations and Diplomacy focuses on cultivating students' international vision and cross-cultural communication skills to adapt to the needs of international cooperation and communication in the context of globalization.

Department

The school has several teaching centers and departments, such as the Mediterranean Research Center, which provide students with a wide range of learning and research fields.

Ranking

Ranked 4063rd among 14,131 universities in the world, 1091st among 2785 universities in Europe, 74th among 88 universities in Italy, 2nd in Umbria, 2nd in Perugia, and its major of International Relations and Diplomacy ranks 913th among 1024 universities in the world.

Expenses

Language courses: The tuition fee for a 4-week intensive Italian course is 600 euros, and 1200 euros for an 8-week course. EUR, 1800 for 12 weeks, 2400 for 16 weeks, 3600 for 24 weeks, 4800 for 32 weeks and 7200 for 48 weeks. Italian Language and Culture Course Tuition fee for 4 weeks is 800 Euros, 8 weeks is 1600 Euros, 12 weeks is 2400 Euros, 16 weeks is 3200 Euros, 24 weeks is 4800 Euros, 32 weeks is 6400 Euros, and 48 weeks is 9600 Euros.

Degree Programs: Specific tuition fees vary according to major and degree level. Please check the school's official website for the latest information.

Campus Environment

Geographic location: Located in the center of Perugia, a city in central Italy, between Rome and Florence, close to the religious holy city of Assisi and the scenic Lake Trasimeno, with convenient transportation and rich cultural resources around.

Campus Facilities: The main campus is located in the Gallenga Building. In addition, there are 4 buildings: Proscutti, Lubatelli, Orvieto and Valliduti. Most of these buildings have historical and cultural value, providing students with a learning environment rich in cultural atmosphere. The school is also equipped with modern teaching facilities, such as libraries, language laboratories, etc., to meet the learning and research needs of students.