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12 Best Life Sciences Bachelor's Universities in Italy 2026

This page ranks Life Sciences bachelor’s degrees in Italy for 2026. It is for international applicants choosing between public options in the same subject area.

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

12 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
1
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
UC University of Calabria logo

University of Calabria

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
4
UC University of Catania logo

University of Catania

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
5
UG University of Genoa logo

University of Genoa

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
6
UL University of Lecce logo

University of Lecce

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
7
US University of Salerno logo

University of Salerno

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
8
US University of Sannio logo

University of Sannio

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
11
UU University of Urbino logo

University of Urbino

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

Life Sciences at other levels

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Life Sciences?

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

How much does a Bachelor's in Life Sciences 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 Life Sciences 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 Life Sciences at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Life Sciences 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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At bachelor’s level, Life Sciences is an undergraduate route into study in biology-related fields, and it suits applicants who want a first degree before moving into work or later postgraduate study. The ranking covers 8 programmes across 6 universities.

All of the universities in this ranking are public. Several are in larger urban settings, while others are based in smaller Italian cities, so location may affect daily costs, travel, and student life. Tuition fees are only a decision factor where a university publishes them clearly; where fees are missing, confirm the amount directly with the university before applying.

Before applying, verify the specific programme title, the teaching language, tuition fees, admission requirements, and any document rules for international applicants. Also confirm the exact campus location, because that can matter for housing and travel.