Enrolled students
Information and opportunities
A quick and practical guide to finding your way through your studies
5 things to know
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Your programme’s website is your point of reference
You will find all the latest information on what you may need.
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Always use your institutional email address
This way the offices can refer to your file and be quicker in giving you assistance.
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Ask if you need anything!
Each programme has a tutor, a student like you, or other people who can give you valuable advice during your university experience. You will find the references on the contact page of your programme’s website.
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Renew your enrollment every year
To be able to take exams, remember to pay the fees every year from the end of July within the deadlines.
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Renew your residence permit
If you are a citizen of a non-EU country, check every year when you need to renew your residence permit.
Broaden your horizons, make your university experience even more complete
- Sign up for a language course: not only English, at Unibo you can even study Swahili
- Do an experience abroad: a valuable experience in different realities, supporting your personal growth
Transferable skills and other teaching activities for personal and professional growth
- Transferable skills
- Course unit catalogue
- MOOCs: online courses open to all
Studying at the university is possible regardless of your financial situation.
We are with you along the way
- A service for all your needs: what they are and why they can help you
Find your space: free places for studying and online resources, available 24/7
Opportunities for professional growth while studying of after graduation
What study method at university?
My study plan
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Preparing your study plan
Each year, in two different periods, you can choose which course units to sign up to. Follow the instructions on your programme website on the 'Preparing your study plan' page.
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Check the class timetables and attend lectures
Each programme has a lecture schedule, and for some attendance is compulsory. Plan ahead by looking at the 'Lecture Schedule' page on your programme website.
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Explore the study material
On the web page of each programme, you will find the list of books and other teaching materials. Study books can be borrowed from the library. To find the list of course units, consult the 'course structure diagram' on your programme website.
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Prepare for and sit the exams
After the lectures and your own studies, you can sit the exam. The exam dates are published on the 'Exam sessions' section on your programme website or in the AlmaEsami application.
Play an active part in the life of the University
AMA: the Alumni Association where ideas, interests, opportunities can be shared.
The city for students: where to go, how to get around and where to eat
Take a look at the perspectives
Once you have finished your studies, different paths will open up: new possibilities to continue your journey or perhaps change direction.
News chosen for you
You can find all the news for you on the notice board of your programme website
Open Days for International Master’s degree programme
From 2 to 12 December, take part in online sessions to learn more about the study programmes that interest you and talk with current students.
Put your ideas into action: specialized training to bring your vision into society
On December 10, join the event to learn about the opportunities of the Call for Startup & Call for Ideas.
Take part in the GRINS challenge: you could win a bicycle or an insulated water bottle
Download the app, take part in the challenges and score points. You can win prizes and help us improve mobility services. Deadline. 14 December.
Studying while caring for someone: the caregiver service
If you are responsible for a person who is not self-sufficient or requires continuous assistance the University of Bologna acknowledges this situation and offers tools to help you manage your academic journey. You can apply until 22 December.
Contributions for health costs for non-resident students
If you are a non-resident student enrolled in first cycle, second cycle and single cycle degree programmes, you can apply for the competition to request contributions. Application deadline: 3i December 2025.
Balancing work and study?
We provide you with a quality university education that can align with your work requirements. Find out how and when to apply.
Are you attending a postgraduate course?
Most used online services
- AlmaEsami – book you exam sessions
- AlmaRm - manage your mobility programmes
- Self-certifications and certificates
- StudentiOnline - from registration to graduation
- Tirocini online - consult the list and book
- Tesi online - store and consult
- Virtuale - search for teaching materials
- Course unit catalogue