Overview
The University of Palermo is one of Italy's leading public universities with its history dating back to the year 1806 and its strategic location in the center of the Mediterranean. Combining Sicily's cultural richness with a modern research vision, the institution offers its students an interdisciplinary education experience at international standards.
Founded in the year 1806, the University of Palermo (UniPa) is a prestigious public institution possessing a deep-rooted academic history, located in the capital of Sicily, a historical and cultural crossroads. With its wide education range extending from medicine to engineering, from agriculture to humanities, and its strong research infrastructure, it ranks among Italy's "Mega Universities". Its campus structure integrated with the city grants students the opportunity to both live in a historical atmosphere and produce science in modern laboratories.
Expanding its education borders in line with the internationalization strategy, the University of Palermo welcomes talents coming from all over the world with the English bachelor's and master's programs it offers. The global collaborations and exchange programs it developed thanks to its strategic role in the Mediterranean basin gain students a multicultural vision. UniPa prepares its graduates as the future leaders of the global business world and academic community by blending theoretical excellence with practical competence.
Programs
Tuition is shown at the highest scholarship rate; your advisor confirms your rate at registration.
| Program | Language | Duration | Annual tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data, Algorithms, and Machine Intelligence | English | 2 Years | €512 | |
| Neurosciences | English | 2 Years | €512 | |
| Migrations, Rights, Intergration | English | 2 Years | €512 | |
| Electronic Engineering | English | 2 Years | €512 | |
| Tourism Systems and Hospitality Management | English | 2 Years | €512 | |
| International Relations | English | 2 Years | €512 | |
| Economic and Financial Sciences | English | 2 Years | €512 | |
| Spatial Planning | English | 2 Years | €512 | |
| Complex Administrations and Organisations Science | English | 2 Years | €512 | |
| Mediterranean Food Science and Technology | English | 2 Years | €512 | |
| Entrepreneurship and Management | English | 2 Years | €512 | |
| Business Economic Sciences | English | 2 Years | €512 | |
| Management Engineering | English | 2 Years | €512 | |
| Cooperation, Development and Migrations | English | 2 Years | €512 | |
| Transnational German Studies | English | 2 Years | €512 |
- Please note that university fees may vary from term to term. This will be confirmed in your application.
Requirements
Documents are uploaded to your portal account; your advisor completes what is missing with you.
Bachelor 6 documents
- CV
- Motivation Letter
- English Proficiency Certificate (B2)
- Passport
- A Minimum Score of 160 from YKS Exam
- High School Diploma and Transcripts
Master 5 documents
- CV
- Motivation Letter
- English Proficiency Certificate (B2)
- University Diploma and Transcript
- Passport
The Application Dates:
Bachelor's: 15 April - 20 July
Master's: 1 January - 15 March
Additional Documents May Be Requested by Departments
The YKS requirement applies to students in Türkiye. International students will be evaluated according to the examination systems and admission criteria of their respective countries.
Scholarship & fees
Average living cost in Italy is about €9,600 per year (housing, insurance, transport). Your advisor builds the full budget with you.
Campus & video
FAQ
Questions our advisors hear most often.
What is the language of instruction?
Programs run in English. The required language certificate is listed under requirements; your advisor suggests the right test for your level.
How do I get a scholarship?
Please note that university fees may vary from term to term. This will be confirmed in your application.
How does the timeline work?
Your advisor shares this university's intake calendar. Allow at least 3 months for documents and the language test.
Who submits my application?
Your documents go into your portal account and your advisor submits the application. We stay with you through admission, visa and housing.