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University of Pisa

ยท Public University

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University of Pisa: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The University of Pisa is a public university in Italy, and it suits students who want bachelorโ€™s or masterโ€™s study at a large, established institution with a broad programme mix. It is a practical option if you want to study in Pisa and compare it with other universities in Italy.

  2. What you can study

    The university offers 42 programmes across Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree levels. Example programmes include Angewandte Informatik, Angewandte Kรผnstliche Intelligenz, Architektur Bachelor, Asian Studies and Management - China (DE/CN/EN), Asian Studies and Management - Sรผdost- und Sรผdasien (DE/ID/EN), Automobilinformationstechnik, Bauingenieurwesen, Betriebswirtschaftslehre, Elektrotechnik und Informationstechnik, Gesundheits- und Medizininformatik, Intelligente Mobilitรคtssysteme, and Internationales Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen (DE/EN).

  3. Getting in

    Apply through the universityโ€™s official admissions process and check the website for the current entry requirements, document list, deadlines, and whether your chosen programme has extra conditions. International applicants should confirm how their previous qualifications are evaluated and whether any programme-specific language or subject requirements apply.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Budget separately for living costs in Pisa, including housing, food, transport, and study materials.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated for the university as a whole, so check each programme page before applying. If you are moving from abroad, confirm admission requirements for your qualification, document translation or legalization rules, visa timing, and whether your programme requires proof of language ability.

  6. How it compares

    Italy has 96 universities, so the University of Pisa sits in a crowded national system where applicants need to look beyond the name alone. Its strongest differentiator is its public status and its 42 listed programmes across bachelorโ€™s and masterโ€™s levels, which makes it a straightforward choice for students comparing breadth of study rather than a narrow specialist offer.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Pisa

What type of university is the University of Pisa?

It is a public university in Italy.

How many programmes are listed for the University of Pisa?

There are 42 programmes listed.

What degree levels are available?

Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree.

What is the official website?

http://www.unipi.it/

Overview

The University of Pisa is a public research university in Pisa, Italy. Founded in 1343, it is one of the oldest universities in Europe. Together with Scuola Normale Superiore di Pisa and Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies, it is part of the Pisa University System.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Italy.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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