Overview

Throughout the International Foundation in Architecture degree from The Italian Academy you won’t just learn; you’ll live the essence of architecture refined over centuries, tailored for the challenges of today’s globalized world.

Key facts:

World-Class Reputation

"Made in Italy" is a global synonym of high quality. Italian industries, from fashion toprecision engineering in automobiles, have set global benchmarks. Learning the intricaciesof such industries will arm you with knowledge that's globally relevant.

Top ranked universities

The country boasts top-tier business universities consistently ranked among the world'sbest. Esteemed institutions recognized in international rankings, offer not just a degree,but an enriching experience that intertwines traditional Italian business ethos with modern-day global strategies.

Dynamic Cultural Immersion

Blend your rigorous business curriculum with the vibrant and diverse culture of Italy,making your educational journey an enriching experience that's beyond the screen andtextbooks.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mathematics

Statistics

History of Art & Architecture

Italian Language and Culture

Admission Test Strategies & Simulations

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

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Deadline for International Foundation Program (9 months – January 2026 start):
- 1st round: Sept 30th, 2025
- 2nd round: October 30th, 2025 (last admission for non-EU students)
- Final round: November 30th, 2025 (for EU students only)

Language

English

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45

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On Campus

Campus Location

Syracuse, Italy

Disciplines

Architecture Graphic Design View 3 other Bachelors in Architecture in Italy

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Must have completed at least 11 years of schooling (from primary school to high school diploma) and have obtained a high school diploma (final certification) accompanied by a transcript or report card of the last year.

An official translation should be provided for original documents that are not in English, Italian, French, German, Spanish or Portuguese.

if the student is still studying at the time of application, they can submit the diploma at a later stage

Must be between 17 and 29 years old by the start of the program.

For minor students, a legal guardian is required. During the enrollment process, it is necessary to fill out and send via email.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

7500 EUR / year

≈ 7500 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

7500 EUR / year

≈ 7500 EUR / year

Living costs

Siracusa

Italy

700 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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