University of St Andrews

At a glance

Established in 1982, the University of Verona is centred on two main campuses, both located in the charming environment of one of the most attractive historical cities of the western world. The University offers a well-rounded education and its 23,000 students live and learn through the strong academic curricula and a wide variety of extracurricular activities.
Established : 1982
Student Population : 23000

Website and links

Website : Verona Homepage

Study abroad page : Exchange Students Webpage

Study abroad guide : International Student Guide

Who can go

Students on degree programmes in the following subject areas may apply to study abroad during their Junior Honours year at Università degli Studi di Verona (University of Verona):

• Italian

Semesters Available

• First Semester
• Second Semester
• Full Year

Note: Joint Honours students may only apply for a full year abroad if BOTH subjects are listed above. Joint Honours students applying for one semester must seek permission from both Schools.

Study abroad coordinator

Each School has a designated Study Abroad Coordinator.

Semester dates

Semester dates are as follows

2024/5
Semester 1 Sep 2024 to Feb 2025
Semester 2 Feb 2025 to Jul 2025
2025/6
Semester 1 Sep 2025 to Feb 2026
Semester 2 Feb 2026 to Jul 2026

Your studies abroad

Partner Course Catalogue : Search the course catalogue for options.

There are classes are in Italian, English and other EU languages. Further details can be found in the course catalogue.

See our Credits and Modules Abroad webpage for information on the number of credits we expect students to take at our partner institutions. St Andrews expects students to attend all classes as part of their programme abroad. Assessment methods may vary across partners and could include class participation, continuous assessment in the form of homework and final exams. All courses must be agreed with your Study Abroad Coordinator. See our academic information webpage for further details, as well as information about credit and grade conversion.

Application and selection

This is a School Abroad programme.

Places available

Places available : 6 semester places.

Places available may vary from year to year depending on the exchange balance. Numbers for the following academic year will be confirmed at the information meeting.

Getting there and getting around

“Valerio Catullo” International airport is situated in Villafranca, 10 km from the centre of Verona. A shuttle bus connects the airport to Verona Porta Nuova railway station.

Further information on how to get there and around can be found on page 9 of the International Student Guide.

Verona is easily accessed on foot or by bike. There is also a good bus link throughout the city.

Accommodation

Italian Universities do not generally have a campus system. Students can ask for information and support to the International Office to find an accommodation in Verona. After completing the application form (see Before Arrival section) students will be provided with information about types of available accommodation in Verona either in the ESU Residences or in private flats (International Students Union - ISU).

University accommodation is not guaranteed, so students should be prepared to look for private accommodation.

Please note that St Andrews is unable to guarantee housing at any of our partner institutions. Guidance on finding accommodation abroad is available on the Global Office webpage.

Student services and orientation

Student Services for Verona can be found online. Services for student with disabilities are also available.

Please be aware that student support services will be different across all of our partner universities.