Erasmus guide University of Turin
Courses, housing, visa, campus life and exchange basics for studying at University of Turin in Turin, Italy.
Study abroad at University of Turin: overview
Study abroad at University of Turin makes sense when the academic fit is stronger than the destination brand alone and you are honest about everyday logistics. The University of Turin is a huge comprehensive public university embedded across the city. Useful proof points: Almost 83,000 students; International profile includes Erasmus and global cooperation routes; exact current foreign-student count should be checked before publication.; Humanities, Law, Medicine. Before choosing, confirm teaching language, faculty seats and housing near the campus.
Enrollment
Almost 83,000 students
International Mix
International profile includes Erasmus and global cooperation routes; exact current foreign-student count should be checked before publication.
Why students choose it
Best for students who want Humanities, Law, Medicine and are willing to check language, seats and campus rules before choosing. In turin, housing and the daily route matter as much as reputation.
Language of instruction: Italian, English in selected courses/programmes
Exchange & application at University of Turin
Start with home-university nomination, then application, Learning Agreement, insurance and course approval. At University of Turin, rules can sit at faculty level, so do not promise yourself courses before they are validated.
✅Requirements
Home-university nomination; Application through UniTo mobility route; Learning agreement; Transcript; Language preparation according to course choices
📨Nomination Process
Your home university nominates first; the host university then opens the application steps.
🧭Orientation Week
🗓️Deadlines by intake
| Intake | Nomination deadline | Application deadline |
|---|---|---|
| 1st semester | Check UniTo incoming student mobility page for current cycle | Check UniTo incoming student mobility page for current cycle |
| 2nd semester | Check UniTo incoming student mobility page for current cycle | Check UniTo incoming student mobility page for current cycle |
Arrival Checklist
- Get codice fiscale
- Check GTT/transport benefits
- Apply for EDISU if eligible
- Join ESN Torino and faculty welcome routes
Academics & courses at University of Turin
Academics combine ECTS credits, exam calendars and faculty-level rules. Check prerequisites, the real teaching language of each course and whether course lists can change before enrolment.
📝Course Registration
Course and faculty rules vary across a very large university; exchange students should confirm language, timetable, and exam format before arrival.
🎓Credit System
ECTS
💯Grading System
Italy normally uses a 18-30 scale for exams, with 18 as the pass mark; 30 e lode is the highest distinction.
✍️Exam Culture
Assessment can include oral exams, written exams, papers, and presentations. Oral exam culture can surprise students from northern Europe.
📚Library Access
Library, learning platform and study spaces normally activate after enrolment.
Tuition & fees at University of Turin
For exchange, separate home tuition, local admin fees, insurance and living costs. Full-degree tuition is a different category and must be checked on the official fee page.
| Student Type | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| EXCHANGE | EUR 0 tuition | Erasmus+/partner exchange students normally do not pay UniTo tuition; they may still have local administrative, insurance, and living costs. |
| Full degree student | Check official fee page | Full-degree fees are income/status dependent; verify exact current amount with UniTo. |
| Full degree - EU/EEA | Check official fee page | Full-degree fees depend on programme, credits and region; do not mix them with exchange status. |
| Full degree - non-EU/EEA | Check official fee page | Non-EU/EEA students can face different programme rules; verify the official page. |
EUR 0 tuition
Erasmus+/partner exchange students normally do not pay UniTo tuition; they may still have local administrative, insurance, and living costs.
Check official fee page
Full-degree fees are income/status dependent; verify exact current amount with UniTo.
Check official fee page
Full-degree fees depend on programme, credits and region; do not mix them with exchange status.
Check official fee page
Non-EU/EEA students can face different programme rules; verify the official page.
Fees change annually — verify current rates on the official exchange office page
Student housing at University of Turin
Housing near University of Turin should move in parallel with the application. Compare residence, private room, transport route and contract terms before arrival.
Full housing guide
Find housing in Turin
Official contacts, student residences, private platforms, tips & red flags.
Insurance & campus support at University of Turin
Use the international office, faculty coordinator, library, wellbeing services and student groups from week one. Asking early prevents small admin mistakes from becoming blockers.
🛡️Mandatory Insurance
Yes
🇪🇺EHIC Accepted
Yes
EHIC
Italian SSN registration where applicable
Private insurance
Student life at University of Turin
Student life depends on repeatable routines: associations, sport, ESN or faculty groups. Do not wait for the campus to do all the work; join repeated channels early.
Student Clubs
- ESN Torino
- CUS Torino
- Faculty associations
Buddy Program
ESN and faculty welcome channels
Sports & Recreation
- CUS Torino
Public Groups & Communities
ESN Torino
Study in Torino
Your First 2 Weeks
- Get codice fiscale
- Check transport eligibility
- Find faculty building and exam rules
- Join ESN Torino
Key exchange dates at University of Turin
The critical dates are nomination, application, fee or registration steps, course selection, housing, arrival and exams. Keep resit periods visible before booking return travel.
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Nomination/application
Before semester; check UniTo mobility page
UniTo incoming students.
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2
Arrival
September/October or February
Codice fiscale, housing, transport and faculty setup.
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3
Exam sessions
Italian session-based calendar
Confirm per faculty.