5 Reasons to Study Abroad in Italy

Italy is a historic and beautiful country situated in the south-central part of Europe and consists of a peninsula bordered by the Alps and surrounded by several islands. Due to its strategically important location, Italy has historically been very important and has had a rich history. Because of its proximity to the Mediterranean, Italy has been a place where numerous people from a number of different cultures and backgrounds have come and this has led to modern day Italy becoming a place where the culture is multi-ethnic and the people are welcoming and warm.

Italy has also some of the finest universities in the world. A study in Italy will therefore go a long way in establishing you as a fine professional and an outstanding employee for any company!

Besides, there is the cuisine! Italian food is considered one of the finest in the world, but more on this later.

Here are, therefore, 5 reasons for you to study abroad in Italy!

1. Great Universities

Italian universities are considered very prestigious and are among the oldest in the world. The University of Bologna is considered by some as one of the oldest universities in the world. The universities in Italy are known for the great attention that they provide to their students, as well as for the affordable education and placement opportunities. Some of the best universities in Italy are Università di Roma, University of Florence and the Politecnico di Milano. 

2. Affordable and Reliable Education System

A study in Italy for students will prove to be a choice that one will always look back upon with great favour, as Italy invests heavily in its education sector, making the country not only extremely beautiful, but also one of the most student friendly nations in the world. The efficiency of the Italian education system owes to the fact that education is free and available to children of all nationalities who are residents in Italy. Besides, another one of the many benefits of studying in Italy is the fact that most universities are state supported, which means that the expenses are not very high.

• Average tuition for degree programs: 850 to 1,000 EUR/year
• Average living expenses: 700 to 1,000 EUR/month 

But we are not saying that you can study in Italy for free! There still are expenses to take care of, but worry not. There are also a number of scholarships that are available to students in Italy to help fund your studies.

3. Strong Economy

Italy is not only one of the most educated countries in the world, it is also one of the most economically advanced ones as well. In fact, it is the eighth-largest economy in the world in terms of nominal GDP. It also has high standards of life expectancy, quality of life, healthcare and education. So, going to study in Italy will let you live in a beautiful and developed country, and provide you with a chance to make a bright and promising career for yourself.

4. Great Places to See

Italy is also the country where the world's highest number of World Heritage Sites are located and it is also the fifth-most visited country on Earth. So there are a number of great places to see and cultures to explore. So gear up and prepare to visit and study in one of the most historical and beautiful countries of the world.

Some of the most visited places in Italy include the Colosseum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the historic city of Venice, the centre of the Catholic faith, Vatican City, Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius.

5. Excellent Cuisine

Yes, to come to the food now! There is not just the pizza (and the real deal!), but the rest of cuisine in Italy is, well, mamma mia! There is Caprese Salad with Pesto Sauce, Panzenella, Bruschetta, Focaccia Bread, Pasta Carbonara, Margherita Pizza, Mushroom Risotto, Pasta Con Pomodoro E Basilico, Tiramisu, Brodetto di Porto Recanati and so many more. Even the names are mouth-watering!

So start your preparations to visit Italy for your studies, and let life give you some of the best moments that you will ever live!