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Bachelors in Science Programs in Italy: Top 11

The Italian first degree is the laurea triennale — three years, 180 credits — and it is explicitly designed as the first half of a five-year path, with the two-year laurea magistrale following it. That matters more in Italy than elsewhere, because for most scientific careers the three-year degree on its own is understood as incomplete.

How this list is ordered: Ordered by each university's QS World University Rankings position where it has one, then by research citations recorded by OpenAlex; one programme per university, and universities with neither measure are left out.

Full time or part time
Full time21 78%Full or part time6 22%

Same 27 records.

When these programmes start
Fall20 50%Spring20 50%

Counted from the intake stated on 20 of 27 records. A programme listing more than one intake is counted under each.

1 Bachelor of Science programmes

Politecnico di Milano

  • DeliveryOn campus
  • Study modeFull time
  • Research citations5,947,998

This record is a listing of Politecnico di Milano's Bachelor of Science programmes rather than one degree, and the awards are described as equivalent to the Italian Laurea.

The options span engineering, design and planning, with aerospace and biomedical engineering among the named choices.

Milan's technical university teaches more courses in English than most Italian institutions, which is the practical reason many international applicants start here.

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2 Bachelor CHIMICA E TECNOLOGIE CHIMICHE

University of Genoa

  • DeliveryOn campus
  • Study modeFull time
  • Duration3 years
  • StartsFall, Spring
  • Research citations7,863,443

Chemistry and chemical technologies at the University of Genoa. The title pairs the science with its industrial uses, which points to a more practical treatment than pure chemistry.

It runs three years, which is the correct length for an Italian laurea triennale.

Entry requirements, as the university states them

  • A secondary school diploma or equivalent qualification
  • Strong foundations in mathematics and science subjects
  • IELTS: 6.0 overall with no individual band below 5.5
  • TOEFL: 80 (Internet-based test)

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3 Bachelor Scienze ambientali e naturali

University of Catania

  • DeliveryOn campus
  • Study modeFull time
  • Duration3 years
  • StartsFall, Spring
  • Research citations4,979,924

Environmental and natural sciences at the University of Catania, in Sicily, covering ecology, the natural environment and the processes that shape it.

It runs three years, the standard Italian length. In Sicily the environmental questions are distinctive: volcanoes, coastal change and Mediterranean ecology.

Jobs graduates go into

  • Environmental Education Officer

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4 Bachelor Chimica

University of Salerno

  • DeliveryOn campus
  • Study modeFull time
  • Duration4 years
  • StartsFall, Spring
  • Research citations4,153,856

Chemistry at the University of Salerno, listed at four years, although the Italian first degree normally runs three.

Italian science follows a three-plus-two pattern: a three-year laurea triennale and then a two-year laurea magistrale, which is what most scientific careers expect.

Jobs graduates go into

  • Chemist in research and development
  • Quality control analyst in manufacturing
  • Laboratory technician in environmental agencies
  • Pharmaceutical researcher
  • Academic researcher or educator

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5 Bachelor Geological sciences

University of Calabria

  • DeliveryOn campus
  • Study modeFull time
  • Duration4 years
  • StartsFall, Spring
  • Research citations3,452,883

Geological sciences at the University of Calabria, in a seismically active region where geology has direct public use in hazard work and land management.

The four years shown does not match Italy's three-year first degree. Field camps and mapping work are the core of any geology course.

Also named for this programme

  • Mining and Mineral Exploration

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6 Bachelor Geologia per la Sostenibilità ambientale

University of Urbino

  • DeliveryOn campus
  • Study modeFull time
  • Duration4 years
  • StartsFall, Spring
  • Research citations1,914,035

Geology for environmental sustainability at the University of Urbino. The framing is the point: geology aimed at environmental protection, hazard work and land management rather than at extraction.

That matches where Italian geological employment actually is. It is listed at four years, against the Italian standard of three for a first degree.

Jobs graduates go into

  • Geologist in Renewable Energy
  • Urban Planning Specialist

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7 Bachelor Scienze, Culture e Politiche Gastronomiche per il Benessere

Viterbo State University

  • DeliveryOn campus
  • Study modeFull time
  • Duration4 years
  • StartsFall, Spring
  • Research citations1,097,195

Sciences, cultures and gastronomic policies for wellbeing, at the University of Tuscia in Viterbo — food studied across science, culture and policy, with a health angle.

Italy teaches food as an academic subject more seriously than anywhere else. This is an interdisciplinary course rather than a laboratory one.

Also named for this programme

  • Development of new products
  • Distribution formats and services to increase and/or enhance gastronomic heritage
  • Assessment of environmental, social, and economic sustainability and enhancement of food production
  • Activities in companies, public institutions, NGOs, and entrepreneurial or freelance/professional work in the listed areas

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8 Bachelor Laurea in Statistica per le Assicurazioni e la Finanza

University of Sannio

  • DeliveryOn campus
  • Study modeFull time
  • Duration4 years
  • StartsFall, Spring
  • Research citations959,736

Statistics for insurance and finance at the University of Sannio — the most directly employable title here, aimed at the actuarial and financial sector.

It is applied quantitative work with identifiable employers, and the skills travel internationally better than most subjects here.

Jobs graduates go into

  • Risk Management Specialist

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9 Bachelor Scienze Geologiche Ambientali

Basilicata University Potenza

  • DeliveryOn campus
  • Study modeFull time
  • Duration4 years
  • StartsFall, Spring
  • Research citations850,984

Environmental geological sciences at the University of Basilicata — the third geology course here, again framed around environmental use rather than resource extraction.

Basilicata sits in a region of real geological and seismic interest. In geology the professional roles generally assume the full five-year path.

Entry requirements, as the university states them

  • A high school diploma or equivalent qualification.
  • Strong foundational knowledge in sciences such as biology, chemistry, and physics.
  • A demonstrated interest in environmental issues and a commitment to study geology.
  • An IELTS score of 6.0 or higher.
  • A TOEFL score of around 80 or above.

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10 Bachelor Food and Enogastronomy Sciences

Free University of Bozen

  • DeliveryOn campus
  • Study modeFull time
  • Duration3 years
  • StartsFall, Spring
  • Research citations551,692

Food and enogastronomy sciences at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano — food and wine together, which in Italy is a distinct industry with its own technical demands.

It runs three years, correctly matching the Italian structure, at a university in a bilingual region where more than one language of teaching may be available.

Jobs graduates go into

  • Food Marketing Specialist
  • Researcher in Food Innovation

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11 Bachelor Laurea Triennale in Scienze e Culture Gastronomiche

University of Gastronomic Sciences

  • DeliveryOn campus
  • Study modeFull time
  • Duration4 years
  • StartsFall, Spring
  • Research citations39,375

A three-year laurea in gastronomic sciences and cultures at the University of Gastronomic Sciences — an institution founded specifically for the subject.

A specialist university means a focused network in the food sector, which in this industry counts for more than general university standing. Travel, producer visits and industry projects are usually part of the course.

Jobs graduates go into

  • Food Sustainability Consultant
  • Restaurant Operations Manager
  • Food Journalist or Critic
  • Marketing Specialist in Food Industry
  • Event Coordinator for Food Festivals

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Studying science in Italy: common questions

How long is an Italian science degree?

Three years and 180 credits for the laurea triennale, then two more for the laurea magistrale. Two entries here record three years correctly; the others are recorded at four, which does not match the Italian structure, so confirm with the university. Plan for five years in total, since most scientific careers expect the magistrale.

Are any of these taught in English?

Two entries carry English titles, which in Italy usually does indicate English-taught delivery, and one is at a university in a bilingual region. The rest are Italian-titled and Italian-taught. Confirm with each university, and expect to provide an Italian language certificate for the Italian-taught programmes.

What is gastronomic science, and is it a real science degree?

It is the academic study of food across science, culture, history and economics, and Italy teaches it more seriously than anywhere else — three entries here, including one at a university founded for the subject. It is interdisciplinary rather than laboratory-based, so if you want food chemistry or technology, check the course list rather than the title.

What does an Italian degree cost?

No fee is recorded for any entry here, and in Italy a single figure would mislead anyway: public university fees are assessed on household income, so two students at the same university pay different amounts. Ask how the assessment works, what the bands are, and apply separately for the regional scholarships, which can be substantial.

Is admission competitive?

It depends on the subject and the university. Some Italian science degrees have restricted entry with an admission test; others are open to anyone holding the entrance qualification. Which applies changes between years, so check the current position for each programme rather than relying on past information.

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