Founded: 1404
Student age: from 18 years old
Type of education: mixed
The University of Turin, founded in 1404, is a major public university in Italy with approximately 79,000 students, including an international cohort. It offers a wide range of academic programs across faculties such as Agriculture, Medicine, Law, Economics, and Humanities, with notable strengths in life sciences and social sciences.
The institution is located in an urban campus comprising 120 buildings in Turin, a historic city near the Alps. Facilities include multiple libraries, research centers, museums, a botanical garden, and sports complexes. Instruction is primarily in Italian, with some programs available in English.
Housing options include university residences as well as private apartments and hostels in the city. Student life is enriched by various sports teams, fitness activities, and volunteer organizations.
The university is ranked within the top 600 globally by QS and collaborates extensively with international partners for research and student exchange. Its alumni include notable figures such as Umberto Eco and Nobel laureate Salvador Luria.