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17 Best Arts, Design & Architecture Bachelor's Universities in Italy 2026

This ranks Arts, Design & Architecture bachelor’s options in Italy for 2026. It is for applicants choosing an undergraduate path in this subject area.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

17 universities · ranked best first

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PO Politecnico di Milano logo

Politecnico di Milano

Milan, Lombardy, Italy · Public University

★ 66 QS World #123 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
EUR 3,500 – EUR 4,500/yr
Founded
1863
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PO Politecnico di Torino logo

Politecnico di Torino

Turin, Piedmont, Italy · Public University

★ 61 QS World #252 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
EUR 2,500 – EUR 3,000/yr
Founded
1859
3
SA Sapienza University of Rome logo

Sapienza University of Rome

Rome, Lazio, Italy · Public University

★ 61 QS World #132 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
EUR 2,500 – EUR 3,000/yr
Founded
1303
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JC John Cabot University logo

John Cabot University

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
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Founded
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7
UG University of Genoa logo

University of Genoa

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
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Founded
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UL University of Lecce logo

University of Lecce

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
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Founded
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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture?▾

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Politecnico di Milano, Politecnico di Torino, Sapienza University of Rome. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Arts, Design & Architecture cost abroad?▾

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Arts, Design & Architecture abroad?▾

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?▾

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Arts, Design & Architecture at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Arts, Design & Architecture at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A bachelor’s degree in this field is the first full university route into arts, design, and architecture. It suits applicants who want an undergraduate start rather than a shorter diploma or a later-stage master’s path.

All institutions in this set are public, so the main differences to weigh are where they are and how many programmes each one offers. The universities span larger and smaller Italian cities, including Foggia, Lecce, Palermo, Perugia, Pisa, Rome, Trieste, and specialist institutes in art history, oriental studies, and naval studies. Tuition fees are a key decision point, but fee figures are not provided for these programmes, so confirm the cost directly with the university.

Before applying, verify the exact programme title, entry requirements, language of instruction, tuition fee, and application deadline. Also confirm whether the degree is offered at the campus and city you want, since that choice can affect daily living and study costs.