The course offers an economical and managerial approach to the analysis of tourism industries, smart cities and complex interactions between tourism and urban systems. It provides students with the cultural and technical profile required to join, as a manager or professional, private and public enterprises in the contexts of touristic industries and smart cities. The programme offers a multidisciplinary education with solid theoretical and empirical foundations for in-depth analysis, with a constant focus on comparative and international perspectives. It also includes practical work involving concrete application of the skills acquired.
Degree Level
bachelor
Type Of Access
Restricted access - entrance exam
Mode Of Delivery
In Campus, Full-time
Language Of Delivery
English
Intake
Sept '24
No of seats available for Non-EU students
40
Course Credits to be Earned
180 ECTS
Application Start Date
1st Call : 04th March 2024
2nd Call : 07th May 2024
3rd Call : 26th August 2024 (Optional)
Application Deadlines
1st Call : 06th May 2024
2nd Call : 01st July 2024
3rd Call : 06th Sep 2024
Academic Requirements
Secondary School Diploma, which was awarded following 12 years of schooling, in the relevant field. (Please visit the course website for detailed information)
General Requirements
For the FIRST INTAKE and for the extraordinary intake: Candidate have to take the ENGLISH TOLC-E and For the SECOND INTAKE candidate have to take the SAT
Language Proficiency Requirements
A good proficiency (B2 level at least) in English is required. Candidates are considered to have met the language requirement by taking the ENGLISH TOLC-E or the SAT Test since they are both held in English
Extra Information
Students who are likely to complete their qualifying education in 2024 are eligible to apply.
Tuition Fee
Euros 156 to 3200 (Tuition fee waiver possible, visit the course website for more details)
Accomodation Expenses
Accommodation expenses for international students in Italy can vary greatly depending on the city, the type of accommodation, and the standard of living. Here's a rough estimate of accommodation expenses in Italy:
- 1. University Halls of Residence: €200 to €500 per month
- 2. Shared Apartments: €250 to €600 per month
- 3. Private Apartments: €500 to €1000 per month or more
- 4. Homestays (Living with a Family): €300 to €600 per month
It's important to research accommodation options thoroughly and consider factors such as location, proximity to your university, transportation links, and overall quality of living. Some Universities may offer assistance or guidance in finding accommodation for international students
Living Expenses
Living expenses in Italy may include the following:
- 1. Other Expenses: In addition to rent, you'll also need to budget for other living expenses such as food, transportation, study materials, health insurance, and leisure activities. These can vary depending on your lifestyle and habits but typically add several hundred euros to your monthly budget.
- 2. Utilities: Don't forget to budget for utilities such as electricity, water, gas, internet, and possibly garbage collection. These costs can add an extra €50 to €150 per month, depending on usage and location
Italy provides two types of scholarships to international students:
- 1. Merit-based, &
- 2. Need-based
The primary objective of these scholarships is to assist academically bright students who require financial assistance for their higher education. These scholarships are also a way to promote the country’s cultural and educational sectors globally.
International students who are awarded with the Italian government scholarships are exempted from tuition or enrolment fees. In addition, you can also get a monthly stipend of Euros 900 approximately to cover your accommodation and food expenses and health and medical insurance.
The payment will be transferred after every three, six, or nine months, depending on your degree.
To study in Italy you will need a visa and the process to apply for the same differs from country to country. Below is a general process that is more relevant to Indian students.
- 1. You need to apply for a visa through an Italian embassy closest to your residency.
- 2. Start your visa application as early as possible as it may take up to 3 months for your visa to be granted.
- 3. Your passport must not be more than 10 years old and must be valid for at least 3 months more than the duration of the visa applying for.
- 4. Once all your documents are ready you can ‘book an appointment’ at a visa application centre and visit the centre on the date of appointment to submit your documents and get your biometrics done.
- 5. You also need to pay a visa fee which can be done at the centre itself.
- 6. Once a decision has been made on your application, you can either collect your passport from the visa application centre or get it couriered to you.
How to Apply:
- 1. Apply at "Studenti Online" Portal (www.studenti.unibo.it) using SPID or CIE (electronic identity card) credentials. The system will automatically retrieve your personal details and it will create your University credentials (nome.cognome@studio.unibo.it). Minors or international students without an ID issued in Italy may log in with their University username and password. To obtain them, go on www.studenti.unibo.it and click “Register” and then “International students’ registration”. It is essential that you enter your details (name, surname, date and place of birth) accurately on www.studenti.unibo.it, as they must match those entered on www.cisiaonline.it in order for your name to be included in the ranking list.
- 2. Register for the intake
o Click on “Admission application – Take part in the selection”.
o Select “First cycle degree programme”.
o Choose the course named “Economics of Tourism and Cities”.
Application Portal Link:- https://studenti.unibo.it/sol/welcome.htm
Please note:- FIRST INTAKE with ENGLISH TOLC-E has 15 places for Non-EU candidtaes and SECOND INTAKE with SAT has 25 places
List of documents to be attached with the application:
* A copy of valid ID/Passport.
* A copy of valid residence permit or receipt of renewal request. (if applicable)
* Academic Documents required
* All other documents as requested during the application process.
Application Fee: € 20
Working in Italy while studying
• As a student in Italy, you are allowed to work part-time.
• You can work part-time up to 20 hours per week during your studies and full-time during vacations.
• You need to obtain a temporary residence permit though.
Working in Italy after completing your studies
• As a Non-EU student, if you want to work in Italy after graduation, you will need a work permit.
• You can stay back in Italy for 12 months after completing your masters or PhD degree.
• You can apply for a post-study work permit only once you get a full-time job or an intership opportunity
• Your employer needs to apply for a work permit for you termed as 'Nulla osta al lavoro'
• Once the employer received the work permit, the student can proceed with his application for post-study work visa.
• Once you recieve your post-study work visa, only then you can apply for a residence permit.
• Generally any student holding a residence permit while studying and working part-time is bound to get a residence permit to work full-time in Italy
Getting a PR in Italy
Non-EU nationals who already hold a temporary residence permit can apply for a permanent residence permit if they fulfill the following requirements:
• To be able to apply for a PR in Italy you should have spent at least 5 years
• You should be working full-time with an Italian employer and should be required to stay in Italy.
