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Bologna, Italy

About  Bologna 

Bologna, known as the "La Dotta, La Grassa, La Rossa" (The Learned, The Fat, The Red), offers a rich academic and cultural experience. Home to the oldest university in the world, it is a vibrant city where students can immerse themselves in Italy's intellectual history while enjoying its renowned culinary traditions. Bologna’s central location makes it an ideal hub for travel, offering easy access to Florence, Venice, and Milan. With its welcoming atmosphere and rich heritage, Bologna is the perfect destination for students and faculty looking to combine education with cultural exploration.

Quick Overview

Currency
: Euros
Language
: Italian, English
Terms
: Summer
Program Types
: Language, Faculty-led Programs

Cultural Activities

GlobalEd offers activities that highlight Bologna’s history and modern flair, from pasta-making workshops to medieval landmark tours. Here are some of the activities we've done in the past.

Food Tour
National Gallery of Art
Train Tour
Gelato Social
Italian Cooking Class
Walking Tour
Farewell Dinner
Welcome Dinner

Excursions

Bologna’s central location makes it easy for students to visit Italy’s most famous sites. Popular weekend trips include:

Ravenna

Ravenna boasts stunning Byzantine mosaics in the Basilica of San Vitale and Galla Placidia, a must-see for art lovers.

Parma

Parma is renowned for its Parmesan cheese, Parma ham, and elegant sites like the Palazzo della Pilotta and Parma Cathedral.

Venice

Venice, a captivating city of winding canals, historic architecture, and vibrant culture, offering endless charm and inspiration.

Milan

Explore Milan, a dynamic fusion of cutting-edge fashion, modern design, and historic grandeur.

Florence

Experience Florence, a vibrant city where Renaissance art and history come alive at every corner.

Modena

Immerse yourself in Modena, renowned for its world-class cuisine, balsamic traditions, and cultural charm.

Host Institutions

Study with GlobalEd Italy in Bologna, blending academic excellence with vibrant cultural immersion. Visit our program pages to learn more.

GlobalEd Abroad
GlobalEd designs Career Path Programs combining study abroad, language learning, leadership training, and internships, offering credit and non-credit options for students.

Housing Options

GlobalEd’s programs in Bologna provides flexible housing options, allowing you to choose the accommodation that best fits your needs and preferences.

Independent Living

Secure your own housing in Bologna and request to allocate part of your housing budget towards it.

Student Dorms

Enjoy modern student living in Bologna with fully furnished dorms, and vibrant social spaces near universities and city attractions.

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Let's Talk!

Just imagine what an experience abroad can do for your resume. With a partner like Globaled, our ultimate goal is your success. Book a free one-on-one call at a date and time convenient to you with a GlobalEd Success Coach to find out more.

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Programs in Bologna

Italian Language and Culture
Bologna, Italy
Summer
Starting from TBA