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Contents
Welcome
Our Province and City
Why choose the University of Foggia?
Your First Few Days
Visas and Immigration
Accommodation
Finances and Fees
Healthcare and Medical Insurance
Studying at the University of Foggia
When you are not Studying
Travel and Transport
Contact Us
University Maps
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Vice-Chancellor’s
Welcome
I hope you will enjoy your stay at the
University of Foggia, one of the youn-
gest and most dynamic universities in
Italy. Many of our academics have pro-
duced and continue to produce global
award-winning research. Situated in the
region of Apulia, the area boasts a rich
cultural heritage, places of outstanding
natural beauty and, above all, the ho-
spitality of its warm-hearted people.
As an international student, we know
that your time here at the University of
Foggia will be exciting, challenging, aca-
demically rewarding and enjoyable. You
will play an important role in enriching
and enhancing the experience for all our
students and staff, helping to make the
University of Foggia a global campus. In
addition, your social life will be enriched
by the opportunities to make friends
from many different backgrounds wi-
thin a small, friendly city. The University
has close links with the local community
and plays an important part in the so-
cial and cultural life of the region.
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Our Province and City
Apulia is a treasure trove of art, history and nature. A land of sun and hospitality,
it is located on a strip of land in southeastern Italy, in a strategic position at the
heart of the Mediterranean. The Province of Foggia is found on the northern bor-
der of Apulia, near Molise and Campania. The promontory of Gargano, the “spur
of the boot”, and the beautiful Tremiti Islands, a favourite destination for the many
visitors who every year choose an Apulian vacation, are found in the province of
Foggia. The numerous locations along the Adriatic coast offer many opportunities
for fun and relaxation, especially for beach lovers and those interested in taking
excursions through nature. Foggia is a land rich in history: archaeological excava-
tions have uncovered its first signs of settlement, from imposing medieval castles
to a wealth of religious buildings. Centuries of history and a range of charming
landscapes are just some of the reasons why Foggia is such a unique destination,
one where you’ll enjoy some truly unforgettable experiences.
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Why choose the
University of Foggia?
The University of Foggia is a young and very dynamic
university which is developing a reputation as an insti-
tution with a distinctly global outlook, allowing us to be
at the forefront of influential research both nationally
and worldwide. Our wide range of international acti-
vities continues to develop new opportunities for col-
laboration and knowledge exchange in our efforts to
tackle global issues. We are ranked among the 12 top
universities in Italy, have received numerous prestigious
scientific awards—among which is the VQR (eValuation
of the Quality of Research)—and we were the first uni-
versity in Italy to receive the HR Excellence in Research
award from the European Commission in 2010. In 2013,
the University of Foggia came top for the quality of its
research among the universities in the Apulia region.
At the University of Foggia, we believe that we have
the perfect combination of satisfied students, friendly
university, high technology and groundbreaking resear-
ch, in an inspiring and nurturing arena, to help you truly
flourish. As a student city, Foggia is lively, rich in cultu-
re and easy to enjoy on a student budget. The city is
one of the most affordable places to live for students in
Italy. It has a rich heritage in sport, culture, social even-
ts, facilities and attractions to suit every lifestyle. The
university also has a dedicated international relations
department and Erasmus office for all your needs prior
to and during your placement or study, and an inter-
national student networking scheme to help you make
friends and settle in.
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Top Five Reasons to Choose the
University of Foggia
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Studying at the University of Foggia is about more than just obtaining a degree; it’s
about learning how to learn, question and research. You’ll benefit from the expertise
of our academics, who have a strong track record in delivering high-quality teaching
and leading influential research projects, and are highly respected in their fields.
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Our research impacts the world we live in. We are passionate about identifying and
solving real life problems and sharing that knowledge and experience with our stu-
dents. We are ranked among the 12 top universities in Italy and we were the first
university in Italy to receive the HR Excellence in Research award from the Europe-
an Commission in 2010. We have received numerous prestigious scientific awards,
among which is the VQR (eValuation of the Quality of Research) and best research
project worldwide for our project ‘Gluten Friendly’ at the 2015 Nutri Awards.
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To help you meet our entry requirements, we offer a range of tailored foundation and
preparation courses. These are designed to improve your Italian language, develop
your study skills and build your subject knowledge before you start your degree.
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You’ll study and live in a beautiful region in southern Italy and have great experiences
along the way. Summers are dry and hot (30˚C to 40˚C), while winters experience
moderate temperatures. Foggia is a treasure trove of art, history and nature. A land
of sun and hospitality, its numerous locations along the Adriatic coast offer many
opportunities for fun and relaxation, especially for beach lovers and those interested
in taking excursions through nature.
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As an international student, you’ll be met with a warm welcome when you arrive at
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There are six departments that drive forward academic development in research
and teaching, and foster an interdisciplinary approach. Each department provides a
stimulating and supportive environment.
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Your First Few Days
International Welcome Week
Things To Do When You arrive
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stions you might have upon arrival.
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is detailed in your offer letter from the University, along with details of dif-
ferent ways to pay.
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You will need this to access the University’s library, Sports Centre and other
University facilities. Smartcard-issuing locations and times for international
students will be posted.
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You must collect your Smartcard as soon as possible after you arrive in Foggia, as
you are only provisionally registered until you do so. It will contain a digital photograph
and brief details, including your name and card expiry date.
Before we can issue your Smartcard, you must present proof of your identity.
Please bring with you the following documents:
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You cannot be issued with a Smartcard unless you have the above items with you.
Once you have obtained your Smartcard, you will keep it for the duration of your stu-
dies. There will be no charge for your initial card but, should you lose it, there will be a
charge for a replacement.
Register for the free University Italian language course. For further information, see
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International Student Welcome Week will help you to get to know other students and
join in student activities during your first few days at the University.
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Visas and Immigration
Everyone arriving in Italy has to pass through Immigration Control. The rules and
conditions regarding entry are strictly enforced by immigration officers, but if you
have obtained all the necessary documents in your home country before leaving, you
should not have any problem.
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If you are a national of the European Economic Area (EEA) or of Switzerland, you do
not require a visa or immigration permission to enter and remain in Italy while you are
studying. Your passport or identity card will not be stamped when you enter Italy, as
there is no formal time limit on your stay. Further immigration guidance for European
Economic Area Nationals is on the the following websites:
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Most nationals of non-EEA countries will require immigration permission to enter Italy.
Please contact the Italian Consulate in your country of residence on how to obtain a
student visa.
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The Italian law on immigration requires that non-EEA citizens planning to stay in Italy
for more than three months have to apply for a residence permit within eight working
days of their arrival in Italy. The residence permit application should be submitted at
the Post Office.
Citizens of the EEA are not required to apply for a residence permit but you must
register at the registry office (l’ufficio dell’ Anagrafe) of the town of residence if your
stay in Italy lasts longer than three months.
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The International Relations office at the University of Foggia provides advice and as-
sistance on a range of student immigration issues. They are happy to hear from you
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accommodation
Foggia collaborates with the ADISU Foggia,
the Regional Agency for the Right to Uni-
versity Education of Foggia. ADISU provides
support to the study attendance and life of
students through the benefits of accom-
modation service and scholarship, granted
by public competition. At Foggia, most un-
dergraduate students from outside Fog-
gia spend their first year living in Universi-
ty accommodation and then live in private
accommodation for the remainder of their
course. Postgraduate students live in a mix-
ture of University and private accommoda-
tion, depending on their personal circum-
stances.
For an overview of the accommodation
available, please see the following websites:
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accommodation
guarantee
The following section applies to
full time international students
completing their degree pro-
gramme at the University of
Foggia. If you are an Erasmus,
non-EU exchange or Study
Abroad student, please go to
the next section. International
undergraduate and postgra-
duate students are guaran-
teed accommodation for your
first year, provided that you:
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place at Foggia as your firm
choice university before 30th
June prior to the start of the
academic year of your study.
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the University for the full aca-
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online accommodation appli-
cation by 30th June prior to
the start of the academic year
of your study.
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Erasmus, non-EU exchange
and Study Abroad students
studying at Foggia for the who-
le academic year are guaran-
teed a place in University ac-
commodation if you meet the
above conditions for under-
graduate students.
If you are here for only part of
the academic year,we cannot
guarantee you a place in Uni-
versity accommodation, but
we will provide you with a list of
the university’s recommended
private accommodation.
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Finances and Fees
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The cost of living in Foggia is relatively low compared to many other cities in Italy.
Undergraduate students should budget for nine months per year of study and post-
graduates for 12 months.
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The Foreign Affairs Ministry offers a certain number of grants (Borse di studio del
Governo Italiano) to international students every year, or to Italian students living
abroad. These scholarships are assigned according to the student’s home country,
branch of study and course required.
Italian language knowledge is fundamental to apply for this kind of scholarship. For
further details, please see the Istituti di Cultura and the Foreign Affairs Ministry web-
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You will need to open an Italian bank account to receive and make payments. Some
banks in your home country may have links with Italian banks that make it easier to
transfer money or to open an Italian bank account before you travel. We recommend
that you explore your options and make arrangements well in advance of your de-
parture. It can take several weeks to clear a personal cheque that is drawn on a bank
outside Italy.
Many Italian banks have restricted opening hours from Monday to Friday. Money can
be changed at a Bureau de Change (usually found at the airport or in the main bran-
ches of the banks) outside these hours, or you can withdraw money from the many
ATMs (cash point machines) in the Italy. Please bear in mind that you will need some
cash for everyday expenses in the first few weeks until your Italian bank account is
opened. We recommend that you make opening a bank account a priority, after you
have moved into your accommodation.
Italian banks usually require the following documents to open an account:
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letter of introduction during the registration period.
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sport or current valid European Union National ID card.
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sport/Identity Card and a photocopy of it.
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Tuition fees differ depending on your chosen degree. Details are available on our
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Healthcare and Medical Insurance
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The immigration law requires you to take out health insurance during your stay in Italy.
Otherwise, upon arrival, it is possible to subscribe to the Italian National Health Ser-
vice (Servizio Sanitario Nazionale—S.S.N.) For further information, contact the Foreign
Citizens Office or see our website on the following link:
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European citizens and residents travelling within the EEA (i.e. the European Union,
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reasons are entitled to a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), also known as the
Tessera Europea di Assicurazione Malattia (TEAM) in Italy. This allows legal residents
of Italy to benefit from emergency medical treatment and care when temporarily in
a member country.
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medical care using an EHIC/TEAM:
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Studying at the
University of Foggia
Depending on your subject choice, you could benefit from our
high specification science labs, the newly-built department of
medicine, the modern libraries or be part of an award-winning
research group.
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cycle degrees, single cycle degrees (Bachelor degree). Quali-
fication required: High School Diploma; duration three years.
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degree programme, second cycle degree (two year Master’s
degree). Qualification required: First cycle degree; duration
two years..
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Doctoral studies (PhD) and specialisation schools.
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As an international student, you may find that certain
ways of studying at an Italian university, as well as the
ways we deliver our teaching, are different from your
own country.
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information to a large number of students whilst you
take notes to help you study later. You will also be di-
rected to use online learning resources connected to
the topic of the lecture.
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students working together with their tutor to discuss
ideas in detail.
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with your Personal Tutor about general academic
matters, as well as welfare issues if you need to di-
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agriculture or science, offer hands-on experience,
experimenting with high-tech equipment or wor-
king outdoors.
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to be an independent and active learner. You will
be expected to devote a lot of time to reading,
researching, revising and making notes on your
own.
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If you have any concerns about your studies,
your Personal Tutor or course tutor will meet with
you to offer guidance.
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Our free in-session Italian language programmes
are designed to support you during your studies.
For more information, contact the University’s In-
ternational Relations Office.
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At the University of Foggia, each taught degree pro-
gramme is divided into a series of modules. Some of
these modules are compulsory, while some degree
programmes offer a choice of optional modules. Each
module has its own assessment method. This can take
the form of oral or written exams, essays, presenta-
tions or group work.
There are two main university examination periods
each academic year:
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Research students who would like more information on
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Semester 1: September–January
Semester 2: February–June
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New Year’s Day: 1st January
Epiphany: 6th January
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Republic Day (Festa della Repubblica): 2nd June
Immaculate Conception (Immacolata): 8th December
Christmas: 25th December–28th December
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When you are not Studying
Student life is about more than just studying. Not only does the .<958A=B=GHF5H=J9
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Our Students’ Union is responsible for the representation, wel-
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dinates various cultural events throughout the year.
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At Foggia, sport provides a wonderful op-
portunity to meet new people and make new
friends. It’s also a great way to stay healthy.
Our Sports Centre (Centro Universitario Spor-
tivo CUS) offers students the chance to get
involved in a wide range of sports at all levels,
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With its bustling main high street in the town centre and lovely bouti-
ques scattered all around the city centre, shopping in Foggia is not to
be missed.
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Foggia has many pubs, clubs and bars all over the city, but the famous
Piazzetta, which is always crowded with young people at weekends, is
usually the meeting point of students and is full of lovely, affordable
restaurants and bars.
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Monte Sant’Angelo, the oldest and most important religious centre in
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numerous sanctuaries from Spain to Jerusalem. Subsequently, San
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on the road to Monte Sant’Angelo, it is home to the Sanctuary of St.
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Gargano, the spur on the heel of Italy, is a popular coastal getaway
for Italians and tourists. It is a national park with long, sandy beaches,
great forests of pine and a geographical location that tempers the
summer heat with breezes blowing in from the sea on three sides, and
all just a 30 minute drive from the city.
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Another great way to see Gargano is by sea. Its beaches, bays, coves
and grottos are explorable by sail boat and by motorized rafts and
boats, and visitors can find several guided tours from which to choose.
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Travel and transport
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How do I travel to Foggia?
If you are travelling from outside Italy, we recommend flying into Naples or Bari In-
ternational Airport, where you can take a bus directly from the airport to Foggia
central station. Naples and Bari International Airports have daily scheduled flights to
the major Italian cities, such as Milan and Rome.
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could take a shuttle bus/
train from the airport to
Roma Termini (Rome’s
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then catch a train to Fog-
gia. It usually takes three
and a half hours to get to
Foggia. For additional in-
formation,
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Contact Us
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Please contact the International Relations Office here at the University of Foggia:
University of Foggia
Foggia 71122
Italy
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