Admission requirements
Curricular requirements
To be able to profitably follow the 2nd cycle degree programme in Engineering of Building Processes and Systems, students must possess the following knowledge:
appropriate knowledge of the methodological-operative aspects of mathematics and other basic sciences and the ability to use this knowledge to interpret and describe the problems affecting the sector; notions of the history of building techniques, architecture and the arts; knowledge of the tools and forms for the representation of elements of the building environment; knowledge of aspects concerning technical and economic feasibility and the organisation of production and manufacture of building products;
the ability to formulate hypotheses, test them using logical arguments and experiments, analyse and interpret the data.
Admission to the 2nd cycle degree programme is also subject to the possession of the following curricular requirements:
1. A 1st cycle degree in one of the following classes, or other suitable qualification obtained abroad:
ex Italian Ministerial Decree no. 270:
L-7 (Civil and Environmental Engineering),
L-17 (Architecture Sciences)
L-23 (Building Techniques and Sciences),
other equivalent classes
ex. Italian Ministerial Decree no. 509/99:
class 04
If no degree certificate is held by the candidate, admission to the 2nd Cycle Degree Programme is subject to
assessment by a Board to ascertain the required skills and competencies through the assessment of the candidate's curriculum and where required an interview.
The Board, appointed by the Degree Programme Board, will establish a calendar for the interviews, which will be published on the University website.
If the Board considers the level of the candidates' knowledge and skills to be satisfactory, they will be allowed to enrol in a test to assess their personal competencies and skills.
Assessment of knowledge and language skills
Admission to the degree programme is subject to the assessment of knowledge and skills in the English language.
In particular:
- For admission to Curriculum 1 of the Degree Programme in Engineering of Building Processes and Systems, Management of Building Processes in Rehabilitation, delivered in the Italian language, candidates shall possess English language skills to at least B1, tested at the University Linguistic Centre;
- For admission to Curriculum 2 of the Degree Programme in Engineering of Building Processes and Systems - Historic Buildings Rehabilitation, delivered in the English language, candidates shall possess English language skills to at least B2. If they do not possess language certification to B2, their language knowledge will be checked by the Degree Programme Board.
Students are in any case not permitted to enrol in the second year of the programme without certification, issued by the University Linguistic Centre or equivalent, of their English language skills to at least B2. Students holding a corresponding language certification may be exempted from sitting this exam.
Assessment of personal competencies and skills
Admission to the 2nd Cycle Degree Programme is subject to the possession of the prescribed curricular requirements and to the passing of a test to assess personal competencies and skills, by examining the candidates' curriculum and allocating a score to the following elements:
- Results obtained in previous studies: up to max. 40 points
1 point (up to a max of 5 points) for each exam passed with a score of at least 28 out of 30
10 points for a first cycle degree grade of less than 80/110
15 points for a first cycle degree grade of between 80 and 89/110
25 points for a first cycle degree grade of between 90 and 100/110
35 points for a first cycle degree grade of at least 101/110
- Consistency of the candidate's study plan and learning experiences with the learning outcomes of the Degree Programme: up to max 60 points:
10 points: if the number of CFU acquired by the candidate in subject areas ING-INF /05, ICAR/17 , ICAR/18 and ICAR/19 is at least 15 CFU
15 points: if the number of CFU acquired by the candidate in subject areas ING-INF /05, ICAR/17 , ICAR/18 and ICAR/19 is equal to or above 20
CFU
10 points: if the number of CFU acquired by the candidate in subject areas ICAR/10 ICAR/11 ICAR/12 ICAR/14 ICAR/20 ICAR/21 ICAR/22 or
ING-IND/35 is equal to or above 18 CFU
5 points: if the number of CFU acquired by the candidate in subject areas ICAR/06 ICAR/07 ICAR/08 ICAR/09 is between 8 and 15
25 points: if the number of CFU acquired by the candidate in subject areas ICAR/06 ICAR/07 ICAR/08 ICAR/09 is between 16 and 24 CFU
40 points: if the number of CFU acquired by the candidate in subject areas ICAR/06 ICAR/07 ICAR/08 ICAR/09 is equal to or above 25 CFU
Based on the above criteria, candidates obtaining a score of over 70 (seventy) points are deemed to have appropriate competencies and skills, and may proceed directly with registration.
Based on the above criteria, candidates obtaining a score of between 50 (fifty) and 70 (seventy) points shall be required to sit an interview to assess their personal competencies and skills, and may proceed with registration only if they pass the interview.
Based on the above criteria, candidates obtaining a score of less than 50 (fifty) points will not be deemed to possess appropriate competencies and skills, and will be rejected.
The Degree Programme Board may hold a specific assessment session for international students, appointing a Board to assess the candidates' curricular requirements and level of personal competencies; this session will be compatible with the schedule established in the call for applications for study grants (which indicatively expires in May).
International students passing this assessment are exonerated from the following assessment of their personal competencies and skills required for students generally.
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In order to keep the quality of the educational environment, admission to the Master’s Degree Programme is regulated by a selection process that evaluates the applicants’ motivation, academic preparation and language ability. It is necessary to possess specific curricular requirements and personal competencies and skills.
Please note: no entrance exam nor Italian proficiency test are required.
The minimum graduate admission requirement for the Master’s Programme is a bachelor’s university degree of at least three years in duration, or gained through the acquisition of at least 180 ECTS credits, or other degree from accredited institutions recognized as equivalent.
Applicants holding an Italian degree are invited to read the Italian version of the course regulation for detailed indications about the applicant’s profile in terms of Italian university credits.
The evaluation of the applications is performed by the Master's Board which decides about eligibility based on the following requirements:
The suitability of the applicants’ degree (curriculum studiorum), with regards to background in the subjects of Historic Buildings Rehabilitation and in particular: Construction Engineering; Conservation of Historic Buildings; Architecture and Urban Planning; Structural Mechanics.
The suitability of the applicants’ personal preparation (curriculum vitae)
Proficiency in the English language (level B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference). If the proof of proficiency (see description below) is not considered to be sufficient, the admission board might decide that an oral test will follow, either face-to-face or via telephone/VOIP.
Graduating students may send off their application as well as, provided that they have registered at least 165 ECTS credits in their career. If positively evaluated, they will be allowed to enroll under condition of receiving their bachelor degree by December 30th, 2022.
In order to apply, prospective students need to register to Studenti Online www.studenti.unibo.it, and select the menu “Register for an entrance exam or requirements check”. Download the step-by-step guide to the application from the Attachments Box.
The following materials must accompany the online application:
6. Non-compulsory additional documents:
- Two recommendation letters.
No preliminary evaluation of documents submitted by email will be carried out.
The Admission Board will process applications in several intakes, according to the rules outlined above. Candidates can apply and get feedback according to the following deadline schedule:
Intake |
Application period |
Results within |
Non-EU Applicants |
EU applicants |
1 | From 25 November 2021 to 20 January 2022 (1 p.m. CET) | February 8, 2022 | YES |
NO |
2 | From 21 January 2022 to 24 March 2022 (1 p.m. CET) | April 12, 2022 | YES |
YES |
3 | From 25 March 2022 to 30 June 2022 (1 p.m. CET) | July 19, 2022 | YES |
YES |
4 |
From 1 July 2022 to 1 September 2022 (1 p.m. CET) |
September 20, 2022 |
YES |
YES |
5 |
From 2 September 2022 to 10 October 2022 (1 p.m. CET) |
October 26. 2022 |
NO |
YES |
6 |
From 11 October 2022 to 3 November 2022 (1 p.m. CET) |
November 17, 2022 |
NO |
YES |
Only complete applications (having all the compulsory documents uploaded by the deadline) will be evaluated by the Admission Board. Incomplete applications will not be considered and candidates will be allowed to submit a brand-new application in the following intakes (if scheduled), that will be then assessed as long as it has been fully finalized.
It is highly recommended to apply as early as possible, also because eligible applicants have to undergo pre-enrollment procedure at the Embassy or Consulate in their country within due date. Early application is also important for candidates applying for scholarships offered by University of Bologna.
If the Admission board deems that an applicant meets the requirements, the application light will turn green (Positive Evaluation: Admitted) on the online system; otherwise, the application light will turn red (Negative Evaluation: Not Admitted).
After you have been pre-admitted you will have to prepare for enrolment.
If you hold an Italian qualification: starting from the date indicated in the general calendar (see call for applications) through the end of November, you will have to complete the enrolment procedure at the University of Bologna through the website Studenti Online.
If you are an international student you shall also immediately get in touch with the Italian Embassy or Consulate in your home country and apply to the Pre-enrolment procedure for the given academic year. The pre-enrolment procedure is available online, via the Universitaly portal, according to the information provided here.
The pre-enrollment procedure is to be carried out according to the rules, regulations and deadlines set forth on the ministerial Circular Note (see side box on the right). Pre-admission letter is not necessary anymore and therefore no letter will be provided to admitted applicants.
If you hold a foreign degree (obtained outside Italy) you must also submit the documentation necessary for matriculation, that must be translated and legalized, where required.
Students should set aside enough time for housing, enrolment at University and residence permit application (if needed). Considering classes start in mid-September 2022, they are highly recommended to reach Ravenna by the first weeks of the month (if possible).
Who are international students
Enrolling with a foreign qualification
General notes that apply to all the enrolments
During the enrolment phase a final check is made on the eligibility of the applicants.
The documentation submitted is subject to the Italian Presidential Decree 445/2000. The candidates must be aware as well of the penalties laid down by the article 496 of the Italian Penal Code in case of false statements and false certifications.
For further information on admission requirements and procedures, applicants can get in contact with our staff at: hbr@unibo.it
For further information on the immigration rules in Italy please contact: internationaldesk.ra@unibo.it
For more details about International Students see the official web page of the University of Bologna about admission procedures for international students.
Note: This data, according to the legislative decree of June 30th, 2003, n. 196 (code for the privacy of personal information), will be used exclusively for purposes of the administrative procedure of the University of Bologna.
Tuition fees are calculated based on the 2022 ISEE value with special subsidies in relation to the right to higher education. First year students with an ISEE of up to €24,500 benefit from full exemption. Above this limit, tuition fees are calculated progressively.
The ISEE value must be submitted, even if you have not enrolled in the Degree Programme, by 2 November 2022, at 6:00pm (or by 15 November 2022, at 6:00pm, paying a €100 penalty) accessing ER-GO Online Services, alternatively you will have to pay the full amount.
If you are an international student, verify how your tuition fees will be calculated according to your country of origin and the country where your family has income and assets.
Read all information about tuition fees and exemptions.
After you have checked that all the admission requirements have been met, you can enrol on Studenti Online:
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