University of Bologna

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Highlights

The origins of the University of Bologna go way back, and it is considered to be the oldest university in the Western world. Its history is intertwined with that of the great names of science and literature, it is a keystone and a point of reference for European culture.

Lovers of Italian culture and history will be right at home in the bustling city of Bologna, with nearly 1 million people living in the greater area of Bologna, in Northern Italy. Bologna itself was declared as the "City of Music" in 2006 by UNESCO, and is ranked at the top of the Italian cities in terms of quality of life. 

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*Semester and exam dates may vary from year to year. Please consult the Host institution's fact sheet, the Host institution's website, or the Host institution directly to confirm.

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