Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Strengths
Spread over 4 sites, the main one being in the heart of Milan, UCSC is a very international university, welcoming 3,100 international students.
Major, Academics
You will have access to the following classes (except Psychology and Italian Culture lectures) :
more info : https://international.unicatt.it/ucscinternational-courses-ucsc-international-curriculum
Campus
The UCSC campus gives you access to a library, a computer room, a sports center and a wide variety of language courses including Italian and English. A meal costs from € 5 to € 7.70 at the university’s cafeteria.
The campus is located just a few minutes away from the financial heart of Milan which is the Italian economical capital. It is also close to the Milanese fashion and art districts : a perfect blend of classicism and city life !
To discover
Located in northern Italy, Milan is a city known for being the number one student city and is ranked 24th worldwide.
The city has an incredibly rich cultural history : the Duomo, Castello Sforzesco, Navigli, Brera, to mention just a few.
Football fans can watch the games at San Siro Stadium while opera enthusiasts can experience the magnificent acoustics of La Scala opera house.
The nightlife is also very lively with many bars, restaurants and nightclubs.
Good to know
Plan around €150 for books.
What's going on?
The number of places in Erasmus + is limited. The granting of the scholarship is therefore not automatic and the amount may vary. However, we invite you to apply because exchange places (excluding Erasmus +) may be offered. Please refer to the Erasmus+ section.
This information is provided as a guide.
Please visit the partner university’s website to have exact updated information.
Eligibility
Required TOEFL score : 550
ABS : 2nd, 3rd, 4th year
ESAM : 2nd, 3rd and 4th year
ICD : 2nd, 3rd, 4th year
IGS RH : 3rd year
ISTEC : 4th year
ISCPACOM : 2nd (Paris), 3rd, 4th year
ISCPAPROD: 2nd year (Paris)
Documents required
Resume (in English)
Transcript of records
ID Document
Cover letter (in English)
Additional documents will be requested according to the destination
Planning
AUTUMN
Orientation : early September
Lectures start : mid-September
End of lectures and exams : mid-December
SPRING
Orientation : early February
Lectures start : mid-February
End of lectures and exams : end of May
more info : Calendar
Procedures
ID Card or passport (compulsory for destinations outside the EU) valid for six months after your return date.
French social security coverage (European Health Insurance Card).
Only non-European students will need a visa.
Accommodation
Off-campus : the university uses www.milservice.com services. Plan at least 600 € / month.
Public transportation : around €30/month.
more info : https://international.unicatt.it/ucscinternational-milan-accommodation
