Orientation Weeks

Join our Orientation Weeks for Prospective International Students, a one-week online event, offered twice, designed to help you explore our degree programmes, learn about admission procedures and services, and connect directly with our staff.

Each day will be dedicated to two Schools of the University – one in the morning and one in the afternoon.

 Every session includes two moments:
 1. Bachelor’s Degree Programmes (First Cycle) + Application procedures and services + Q&A
 2. Master’s Degree Programmes (Second Cycle) + Application procedures and services + Q&A

You can attend as many sessions as you wish to explore different areas of study!

If you’re not sure which session to attend:
 - You can register for multiple sessions, or
 - Write to orientamento(AT)adm.unifi.it indicating your interests, and we will help you choose the most suitable sessions. When you write to us, please use “Orientation Weeks for Prospective International Students” as the email subject.

• 9 - 10.30 a.m.: Presentation of First Cycle Degree  (Bachelor’s) Programmes for the School of Human Health Sciences

• 10.45 a.m. - 12.15 p.m. Presentation of Second Cycle (Master's) Degree Programmes (School not specified in the schedule, but it follows the morning session)

• 2 - 3.30 p.m.: Presentation of First Cycle Degree  (Bachelor’s) Programmes for the School of Mathematical, Physical and Natural Sciences

• 3.45 - 5.15 p.m.: Presentation of Second Cycle (Master's) Degree Programmes for the School of Mathematical, Physical and Natural Sciences

• 9 - 10.30 a.m.: Presentation of First Cycle Degree  (Bachelor’s) Programmes for the School of Humanities and Education

• 10.45 a.m. - 12.15 p.m.: Presentation of Second Cycle (Master's) Degree Programmes (School not specified in the schedule, but it follows the morning session)

• 2 - 3.30 p.m.: Presentation of First Cycle Degree  (Bachelor’s) Programmes for the School of Economics and Management

• 3.45 - 5.15 p.m.: Presentation of Second Cycle (Master's) Degree Programmes for the School of Economics and Management

• 9 - 10.30 a.m.: Presentation of First Cycle Degree  (Bachelor’s) Programmes for the School of Engineering

• 10.45 a.m. - 12.15 p.m.: Presentation of Second Cycle (Master's) Degree Programmes (School not specified in the schedule, but it follows the morning session)

• 2 - 3.30 p.m.: Presentation of First Cycle Degree  (Bachelor’s) Programmes for the School of Law

• 3.45 - 5.15 p.m.: Presentation of Second Cycle (Master's) Degree Programmes for the School of Law

• 9 - 10.30 a.m.: Presentation of First Cycle Degree  (Bachelor’s) Programmes for the School of Architecture

• 10.45 a.m. - 12.15 p.m.: Presentation of Second Cycle (Master's) Degree Programmes (School not specified in the schedule, but it follows the morning session)

• 2 - 3.30 p.m.: Presentation of First Cycle Degree  (Bachelor’s) Programmes for the School of Political Sciences "Cesare Alfieri"

• 3.45 - 5.15 p.m.: Presentation of Second Cycle (Master's) Degree Programmes for the School of Political Sciences "Cesare Alfieri"

• 9 - 10.30 a.m.: Presentation of First Cycle Degree  (Bachelor’s) Programmes for the School of Agriculture

• 10:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.: Presentation of Second Cycle (Master's) Degree Programmes (School not specified in the schedule, but it follows the morning session).

• 2 - 3.30 p.m.: Presentation of First Cycle Degree  (Bachelor’s) Programmes for the School of Psychology

• 3.45 - 5.15 p.m.: Presentation of Second Cycle (Master's) Degree Programmes for the School of Psychology

The Italian higher education system is organised in three main cycles, following the structure of the Bologna Process adopted throughout Europe.
First Cycle – Bachelor’s Degree (Laurea Triennale)
Duration: 3 years
Credits: 180 ECTS
Objective: To provide students with a solid grounding in a specific discipline and the essential professional and methodological skills.
Entry requirements: Secondary School diploma (min. 12 years of school education)
Outcome: Graduates obtain a Bachelor’s Degree, which gives access to the labour market or to Master’s Degree programmes (second cycle).
Second Cycle – Master’s Degree (Laurea Magistrale)
Duration: 2 years
Credits: 120 ECTS
Objective: To offer advanced education and training in specific fields, combining theoretical and applied learning.
Entry requirements: Bachelor’s Degree
Outcome: Graduates obtain a Master’s Degree, which allows access to doctoral studies or specialised professional positions.
Some programmes, such as Medicine and Surgery, Dentistry, Law, Pharmacy and Architecture, are Single-Cycle Degrees, lasting 5 or 6 years and directly leading to a Master’s-level qualification.

At the University of Florence, academic programmes are grouped under Schools, which bring together related Departments and study areas.

Each School coordinates the teaching activities, orientation initiatives, and student support for its own programmes.

For example:

The School of Engineering includes degree programmes in civil, industrial and computer engineering.
The School of Humanities and Education includes programmes in literature, history, philosophy, and education sciences.
During the Orientation Weeks, each School will present both its Bachelor’s (First Cycle) and Master’s (Second Cycle) degree programmes.

If your interest is in Doctoral (PhD) programmes, please note that these are part of the third cycle of higher education and are open only to students who already hold a Master’s Degree (or equivalent qualification).
The University of Florence organises a dedicated PhD Orientation Day, specifically designed for prospective doctoral candidates.
You are warmly invited to attend that event for detailed information about:

• PhD programmes and research areas
• Admission requirements and calls for applications
• Scholarships and research opportunities
  More information about the PhD Orientation Day will be published on the University website: www.unifi.it

• Explore all Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes offered by the University of Florence
• Meet our professors, international tutors and orientation staff
• Learn how to apply as an international student
• Discover scholarships, housing, and student support services
• Ask your questions live during Q&A sessions

Orientation Office
If you are not sure which session to attend or would like advice on which study area best fits your interests, please contact us:
orientamento(AT)adm.unifi.it 
We will be happy to guide you through the programmes and help you make your choice. When you write to us, please use “Orientation Weeks for Prospective International Students” as the email subject.

International Desk
For questions about application procedures, admission requirements, residence permits, tuition fees, scholarships or student services, please contact the International Desk:
internationaldesk(AT)unifi.it