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Highlights
Times Higher Education Ranking: The University of Bologna First in Italy and 130th in the World
The University pf Bologna ranks first in Italy for the sixth consecutive year and moves up 16 places in the global ranking, rising from 146th to 130th position.
University Highlights: Key Resolutions – September 2025
The motion on agreements and relations with Israeli universities, companies, and institutions, the election of new student representatives, measures to promote the employment inclusion of students with disabilities, and support for those coming from countries affected by conflicts and discriminatory policies were among the issues addressed in the Governing Bodies meetings held in September.
Rector Giovanni Molari Attends the Inauguration of the New Italian-Azerbaijani University Campus
The ceremony was held in the presence of the President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella, and the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev. This marks a new phase in the collaboration between the University of Bologna and ADA University, which has already led to the establishment of three bachelor’s degree programmes and one master’s degree programme in the fields of agricultural and food sciences.
Career Day in Rimini
On 5 November meet with companies and experience your approach to the job market.
Voices, stories, ideas
"Something's good if you're sharing it with someone else!"
Ceylin, international students from Turkey
"Finding a community in Bologna was a very easy process."
Federico, international student from Argentina
What do you like best about your life here?
Aiswarya, who won a scholarship for international students, tells us about it.
From research to society
New archaeological discoveries in the ancient roman city of Suasa
The excavation campaign led by the University of Bologna has brought to light a vast production district that stretched along the main road, with structures extending more than five metres deep, together with an extraordinary quantity of coins and several almost intact vases.
New light on gastrointestinal mechanisms in Fabry Disease
The first symptoms of this rare inherited metabolic disease often appear in the gut: a joint study between the University of Bologna and APC Microbiome Ireland investigated how the accumulation of a particular metabolite, called lyso-Gb3, contributes to their development.
Cyber Creativity: a decalogue of challenges for creativity in the age of artificial intelligence
An international study coordinated by the University of Bologna has developed a decalogue to explore the potential of AI in creative processes, its opportunities and risks, and to outline possible future scenarios.
The University's values
University campuses
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Bologna Campus
Testimonies from the past and experiences from the present intertwine in the academic facilities in Bologna.
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Cesena Campus
The Campus stands out for its strong link with local companies, serving as a bridge between academia and the business world.
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Forlì Campus
A modern and dynamic Campus with facilities and services in the heart of a liveable and accessible city.
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Ravenna Campus
A unique experience that allows you to connect closely with the history, art and ecosystem of a highly stimulating city.
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Rimini Campus
A people-focussed meeting place for cultures and ideas from all over the world.