Education & Teaching in Italy
Italy offers 7 Education and Teaching programmes across 5 universities: Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, the University of Trento, the University of Florence, the University of Pisa, and Sapienza University of Rome. This breadth of institutions spans northern, central, and southern Italy, offering diverse academic traditions and specialisations in educational sciences, pedagogy, and teacher training.
Tuition costs vary by programme and institution — students should check individual listings for current fees. Italy's rich educational heritage, combined with its active teacher-training system and growing demand for multilingual educators, makes it a distinctive environment for postgraduate study in education.
Insegnare l'Europa (Teaching Europe)
The Master's program 'Insegnare l'Europa' (Teaching Europe) is a one-year program designed to provide specialized knowledge for educators. It aims to equip participants with a deeper understanding of European issues and how to integrate them into educational contexts. The program is based in Rome, Italy, and awards 60 ECTS credits.
Primary Teacher Education
This integrated five-year Master's degree program is designed to prepare future teachers for kindergarten and primary schools. It focuses on both the knowledge and disciplinary content required for teaching (the "what" to teach) and the pedagogical approaches and relationships with students (the "how" to teach). The program emphasizes a strong theoretical foundation combined with practical experience. It includes workshop activities for didactic design and simulation, and a significant internship component of 600 hours, starting from the second year and continuing through to the fifth year. Graduates will be qualified to teach in kindergartens and primary schools, eligible for inclusion in official rankings and for public competitions. The training aims to equip graduates with the skills to manage complex social dynamics, effectively integrate new technologies in the classroom, and design coherent educational paths.
Sciences of Education and Training Processes
This Bachelor's degree program focuses on the processes of education and training, preparing students for roles as socio-pedagogical educators. The course is structured with two distinct pathways, allowing students to specialize in early childhood education (for services catering to children aged 0-3) or in working with school-aged children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly in various personal service and training settings. The program includes practical laboratory activities designed to develop design and operational skills in educational contexts, alongside essential language and computer competencies. To graduate, students must earn 180 university credits (CFU), typically acquired by completing around 60 credits per year through coursework, examinations, and other teaching methods. The final assessment is graded out of 110.
Frequently asked questions
How many Education and Teaching programmes are available in Italy?
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There are 7 Education and Teaching programmes listed across 5 universities in Italy.
Which universities in Italy offer Education and Teaching programmes?
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Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, the University of Trento, the University of Florence, the University of Pisa, and Sapienza University of Rome all offer listed programmes.
How much does it cost to study Education and Teaching in Italy?
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Tuition varies by programme and institution — check each listing for current fees.
Can international students apply to Education and Teaching programmes in Italy?
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Yes, all five universities accept international students. EU applicants have streamlined access, while non-EU students will need a student visa and should verify each institution's language requirements.
What are typical entry requirements for Education and Teaching in Italy?
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Requirements typically include an undergraduate degree in education, psychology, or a related field, English proficiency documentation (for English-taught programmes), and academic transcripts. Some programmes may require Italian language proficiency.