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Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (UCSC), Milan, Italy’s premier private university, has introduced a program of university courses taught in English available to EuroLearn students. For the first time in Italy, international study abroad students may enroll in a comprehensive Italian university and receive their education in English. The semester courses delivered in English are designed for students who want to increase their understanding of the political, business, cultural and artistic environment and heritage of Italy.
The program comprises of courses that define Italy’s role within the European Union as well as her relationship with non-European countries. Students who are fluent in Italian can enroll in Italian-taught courses across a variety of disciplines.
Once a semester, the UCSC International Relations Office organizes a weekend excursion. Locations will vary per semester and will highlight the treasures of Northern Italian culture such as Padova, Parma, Arezzo or Sienna. Students will discover the sights, sounds and tastes (architecture, wine tasting, culinary specialties, and much more) of particular Northern Italian regions.
The Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (UCSC), founded in 1921 by Father Agostino Gemelli, is one of the most comprehensive and complete higher education institutions in Italy. UCSC excels in the diverse study opportunities that it offers in the humanities as well as scientific fields. Through the courses offered, combined with strong research programs, the university values and promotes an interdisciplinary approach that helps students gain scientific knowledge in a responsible and autonomous fashion.
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Location
UCSC offers international students the opportunity to take exciting classes while experiencing one of Italy’s most popular cities, known for its fast-growing industries, including fashion, media, and finance, as well as its fascinating historical sites coupled with all the amenities of modern city life.
Located in the city center of Milan, the UCSC campus is within walking distance of many of Milan’s historical, cultural, and religious sites: the Duomo, Santa Maria delle Grazie (Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper), Castello Sforzesco, and many more.
Additionally, public transportation (bus, tram, metro, train) is easily accessible in the surrounding areas for travel to more remote locations within the city.
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Academic Information
All UCSC courses in English are 44 contact hours per semester and are worth 3 US credits (6 ECTS). The English taught courses follow a U.S. academic calendar and are therefore adequate for students wanting to study in Italy in the Fall. A student may enroll in a minimum of four courses per semester.
Business and Economics
• International Financial Markets
• Strategic Management of Small and Medium Enterprises
• The Italian Economy: Economic Miracles and Malaise
• Business, Government and the Global Economy
Italy in Europe and the World
• The European Union in the World: A Superpower in the Making? Prev. The European Security Environment
• The Political Economy of the European Union
• International Relations and the Middle East: A Comparative European Perspective
The Business of Artistic Excellence
• From B-movies Dusk to Hollywood Dawn: the Italian Roots of Quentin Tarantino's Filmography
• Methods of Illusion: la mise-en-scéne from drama to fiction and visual arts
Communications
• Total Business Communication: An integrated approach to Corporate Marketing
• Emotional Branding Strategies and Consumer Engagement
• Media and the City: the Social Impact of Media on Gender and Behaviour
• Luxury You Must Afford: Visual Communication and Persuasion in Fashion and Luxury Goods
Italian Language and Culture Course
UCSC offers each semester Italian Language and Culture courses at all levels (beginners to advanced) either as a pre-session or semester course. Students may also opt to take both.
The Italian Language and Culture pre-session is 50 contact hours and is worth 5 ECTS or about 3-4 U.S. credits.
The Italian Language and Culture semester course is offered during the academic semester and is 40 contact hours, worth 3 ECTS or 3 U.S. credits.
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Extracurricular Activities
Living in Milan provides a myriad of exciting activities in which to participate. With such a rich cultural and religious history there are no shortages of fascinating sites to visit in Milan, such as the Duomo, the Castello Sforzesco, the Navigli, the Cimitero Monumentale, and many more.
For sports fans, Stadio San Siro (Stadio Giuseppe Meazza), home to both AC Milan and Internazionale Milan, provides an intense and famous venue to attend soccer matches.
Restaurants, bars, and night clubs also can easily be found throughout the city ensuring enjoyable night-life activities any day of the week.
During the months of Spring and Autumn fashion shows are prominent in the city and La Scala Opera House hosts yearlong ballets, operas, and plays for those seeking a more elegant way to spend the nights.
Furthermore, Milan’s positioning in northern Italy allows for day/weekend trips to cities such as Genova, Venice, Torino, and Verona, ski trips to the Alps, visits to beautiful Lake Como, or hiking in Cinque Terre. Access to both the Adriatic Sea to the east and the Ligurian Sea to the west provide equally magnificent opportunities to see the Italian coastline.
At UCSC there are two prominent students organizations, the Erasmus Student Network (ESN) and Exchange Student Erasmus Guide (ESEG), working to assist all international students studying at UCSC. These associations often organize trips to the many sites within Milan as well as the surrounding areas, giving students the opportunity to experience these in the comfort of well-organized and informative excursions.
Additionally, ESN and ESEG can assist student athletes interested in joining club teams at UCSC.
Whether exploring on one’s own or joining a student organized event, the opportunities to experience Milan and Italy are infinite when studying at UCSC.
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University Services
The campus offers a complete range of services, all of which share a common goal: meeting the needs of a large student population. The campus may best be described as "a city within a city," where finding your way and learning the ropes is easy thanks to effective tutoring services and competent academic advisors and coordinators.
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Housing
UCSC works with Milano International Living, a housing service located on campus, that places students in shared apartments across the city. The apartments provided through MIL Service include wireless Internet connections, utilities (water and electricity), cleaning service, basic cable television, and are fully furnished including extra amenities such as a DVD player, television set, and kitchenware.
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Orientation
Upon arriving in Milan, the International Relations Office will host several Welcome Day Orientations. Through these events, students will gain invaluable insight into the particulars of attaining a Permesso di Soggiorno (Residency Permit), the ATM monthly pass for public transit, information regarding registration and enrolment in courses, and other useful information regarding the city of Milan and the UCSC campus.
Students will be taken on a tour of the campus and surrounding areas and will be familiarized with campus facilities such as the cafeterias and library. Furthermore, students will be introduced to the ESN and ESEG student staffs as well as have an opportunity to meet fellow international students who will be experiencing similar problems and anxieties about adapting to a new city, country, and culture.
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Course Catalog
Classes are offered in a wide range of subjects. To see if the classes you need are available at this university, review the course catalog:
Click here to view courses/subjects available at this university
Click here to view the "Academics: Course and Credit Information" for instructions on choosing the right subjects, tips on navigating the course catalog, and information on credit transfer.
If you have any questions about course availability, please contact studyabroad@eurolearn.org
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Fees| Program Fees | $9,790 | | Housing | | With Meals | Not Applicable | | Without Meals | $4,200 - $4,700 estimate | | Housing Deposit | | With Meals | Not Applicable | | Without Meals | $264 estimate |
Fee IncludesAll fees are quoted in US Dollars unless otherwise specifically stated. Program Fees include tuition for full-time semester status, university and program administrative fees, membership in the student union (where applicable), and health insurance. Fees include all pre-departure services such as: orientation materials, visa-processing support (excluding the visa fee), housing placements, personal advising, subject selections, liaise with your home university, credit transfer assistance, and financial aid services. As a study abroad student, you will be required to enroll as a full time student. Your semester is equivalent to 12-16 U.S. credits. Additional tuition and/or fees may apply in some subject areas not limited to the following: science, engineering, fine arts, and journalism. Students who undertake subjects where the university requires additional fees will be billed by the host university. Housing Fees are not included in the Program Fee and will be billed separately depending on the specific accommodations placement. A housing deposit is not included in this fee. Where required to reserve accommodations in advance the student will make direct payment for the refundable housing deposit. Students who select “personal apartment living arranged upon arrival by the student” will only be charged the Program Fees, and housing costs will be paid on arrival by the student. Fee SemesterThe above fees are estimates for the Spring 2011 term. Fees are subject to change. Dates| All dates are provided by each university and are subject to change. EuroLearn will attempt to provide you with the most up-to-date information as we receive it. Be sure to confirm dates before finalizing any travel plans. | |
| Fall 2010 Semester - Fall | Application Deadline: April 30, 2010
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| Anticipated Departure | September 5, 2010 | | Start Date | September 6, 2010 | | End Date | December 17, 2010 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | - | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
| Fall 2010 Year - Fall | Application Deadline: April 30, 2010
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| Anticipated Departure | September 5, 2010 | | Start Date | September 6, 2010 | | End Date | May 15, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | - | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
| Spring 2011 Semester - Spring | Application Deadline: September 30, 2010
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| Anticipated Departure | January 30, 2011 | | Start Date | January 31, 2011 | | End Date | May 13, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | April 1, 2011 - April 11, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
| Fall 2011 Semester - Fall | Application Deadline: April 15, 2011
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| Anticipated Departure | September 5, 2011 | | Start Date | September 6, 2011 | | End Date | December 17, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | - | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
| Fall 2011 Year - Fall | Application Deadline: April 15, 2011
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| Anticipated Departure | September 5, 2011 | | Start Date | September 6, 2011 | | End Date | May 15, 2012 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | - | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
Entry RequirementsApplicants must have the required GPA and have completed at least the equivalent of one year of full-time study at the university/college level (sophomore or higher).
Students with a lower GPA than the requirement may be considered on a case by case basis. Please contact our office for more information.
Applicants who wish to take regular academic courses taught in Italian must have a minimum of 4 semesters of college level Italian instruction.
Required GPA: 3.00
Free ExcursionThe UCSC International Relations Office organizes a weekend excursion once a semester. Locations will vary per semester and will highlight the treasures of Northern Italian culture such as Padova, Parma, Arezzo or Sienna. Students will discover the sights, sounds and tastes (architecture, vineyards, culinary specialties, and much more) of particular Northern Italian regions.EuroLearn Coordinator| Name: | Mona Miller | | Title: | Director, EuroLearn Programs | | Department: | Semester or Year Abroad in Europe and Asia |
BIO:
Mona serves as the Director of Student Services and Programs for EuroLearn and has been with the company since 2008. In this position, she manages the EuroLearn programs including EuroScholars.
Her background in International Education includes Director of Faculty-Led Customized Programs at International Studies Abroad, Director of Study Abroad at Colorado State University, and Study Abroad Coordinator at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Mona served from 1981 to 1987 with the U.S. Peace Corps in sub-Saharan Africa as a volunteer in Gabon and Associate Country Director in both Burundi and Togo. She has been an active member of NAFSA: Association of International Educators and has served in various leadership roles in the Education Abroad Knowledge Community and on the Region II Team. She earned a B.S. in Political Science at Oklahoma City University, did graduate work in International Studies at the University of Denver and received a Masters in International Administration from the School for International Training in Vermont. |
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