Introduction

The University of Pavia is a public research university with a long history in Italy. It is located in Pavia, Lombardy, Italy. Its history can be traced back to 825 AD and was officially established in 1361.

Overview

Number of students and faculty: There are about 23,849 students, including 11,983 undergraduates, 9,366 postgraduates, and 981 faculty.

Campus distribution: There is no main campus. Its buildings and facilities are scattered in the city of Pavia, forming a unique "city campus".

History

Early development: As early as 825 AD, under the decree of King Lothar I, Pavia established a higher education institution mainly dedicated to legal research. In 1361, Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV officially established it as a comprehensive research center, granting it the same teaching privileges as the University of Paris and the University of Bologna, enabling it to teach disciplines such as canon law, law, philosophy, medicine and literature.

Subsequent changes: From the end of the 14th century to the 15th century, the university continued to grow and develop, attracting many well-known scholars to teach, such as Bartolomeo Sassoferrato. In the 16th century, due to war and other reasons, the university was once closed and reopened. In the 18th century, under the leadership of Queen Maria Theresa, the university was reformed and restored. In the 19th century, the development of disciplines such as medicine, natural sciences and mathematics promoted the further development of the university.

Establishment time

Officially established on April 13, 1361.

School strength

Faculty: It has 981 academic faculty members, including experts and scholars in various fields, who have rich experience and outstanding achievements in teaching and scientific research.

Teaching resources: It offers more than 80 undergraduate majors, more than 40 master's majors and about 20 doctoral majors, covering many disciplines. The school also has several cultural and scientific museums, such as the University History Museum, the Natural History Museum, the Archaeological Museum, etc., as well as teaching and scientific research resources such as botanical gardens, research centers and university presses.

Institutional nature

Public university.

Educational philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' comprehensive literacy and innovation ability, emphasize the combination of theory and practice, encourage students to participate in scientific research projects and academic exchange activities, so as to improve students' professional level and ability to solve practical problems, and cultivate professionals with international vision and social responsibility.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: The school's research activities are carried out in multiple laboratories and research centers, such as medical-related laboratories, natural science research centers, etc. These laboratories provide advanced equipment and technical support for scientific research projects.

Advantageous disciplines: Medicine, physics, mathematics, law, literature, philosophy and other disciplines have high academic standards and teaching quality, and have a certain influence in Italy and even internationally. For example, medical students can conduct clinical internships and research at the affiliated San Matteo General Hospital. Physics majors have outstanding research results in theoretical physics and experimental physics. The law major has a long history of teaching and research and has trained many outstanding legal talents.

Faculty

The school has 9 colleges, covering multiple disciplines such as humanities and social sciences, natural sciences, medicine, and engineering, including the School of Law, School of Medicine, School of Arts, School of Science, School of Engineering, etc.

Ranking

In the 2022 THE World University Rankings, it ranks among the top 10 in Italy and the top 300 in the world.

In the 2022-2023 US News Global Best University Rankings, it ranks 295th.

In the 2023 QS World University Subject Rankings, some subjects are at the forefront, such as the "Classics and Ancient History" subject, which ranks in the top 30.

Expenses

Tuition fees vary by major and degree type. Generally speaking, the tuition fees for undergraduate and master's degrees are relatively reasonable, about 1000-3000 per year. Euros, and the school provides a variety of scholarships and grants for outstanding students to reduce their financial burden.

Campus Environment

Architectural Style: The campus has a variety of architectural styles, integrating architectural features from different periods such as the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Ancient teaching buildings, libraries and other buildings highlight the school's historical heritage and cultural atmosphere.

Learning and Living Facilities: The school's library has a rich collection of books, providing students with a good place to study. In addition, there are various shops, restaurants and cafes around the school to meet students' daily needs. At the same time, as a historical and cultural city, Pavia also provides students with a wealth of cultural activities and entertainment venues.