{"id":65851,"date":"2026-04-13T16:21:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T14:21:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.docsity.com\/en\/?p=65851"},"modified":"2026-04-13T16:21:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T14:21:12","slug":"start-your-italian-journey-the-foundation-programme-at-universita-cattolica","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.docsity.com\/en\/news-universities\/start-your-italian-journey-the-foundation-programme-at-universita-cattolica\/","title":{"rendered":"Start Your Italian Journey: The Foundation Programme at Universit\u00e0 Cattolica"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you dreaming of studying in Italy but worried that your high school diploma doesn&#8217;t meet the entry requirements? Don\u2019t worry, we have some amazing news for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Universit\u00e0 Cattolica del Sacro Cuore<\/strong>, one of Italy\u2019s most prestigious multidisciplinary universities, has officially launched a <strong>unique <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/international.unicatt.it\/ucscinternational-study-foundation-programme?utm_source=WeUni&amp;utm_medium=click&amp;utm_campaign=foundation+programme%20Target\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Foundation Programme in Milan<\/strong><\/a>. Created in partnership with <strong>Studiare in Italia<\/strong> &#8211; experts who have helped students from the CIS and beyond for over 15 years &#8211; this program is designed to make your transition to European education smooth, safe, and successful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Why this is a &#8220;Game Changer&#8221; for You<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In Italy, undergraduate degrees typically require <strong>12 years of prior schooling<\/strong>. If you are finishing school in a country with an 11-year system (like many in Eastern Europe or Latin America), you usually can\u2019t enter an Italian Bachelor&#8217;s degree directly. This Foundation Year provides that <strong>essential 12th year<\/strong> of education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But it\u2019s much more than just an extra year of school. Check out why this program is truly one-of-a-kind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>1. No More Housing Stress: Guaranteed Accommodation!&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Milan is a vibrant city, but finding a flat can be a nightmare. Universit\u00e0 Cattolica is currently the <strong>only university in Italy<\/strong> offering a <a href=\"https:\/\/international.unicatt.it\/ucscinternational-study-foundation-programme?utm_source=WeUni&amp;utm_medium=click&amp;utm_campaign=foundation+programme%20Target\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Foundation program with <strong>guaranteed housing<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Live with peers:<\/strong> You\u2019ll stay in university-managed apartments near campus.<\/li><li><strong>Safe &amp; Legal:<\/strong> No scams, no shady contracts, and no expensive real estate agency fees (which usually cost 15% of the annual rent!).<\/li><li><strong>All-inclusive:<\/strong> Your monthly rent of <strong>\u20ac600<\/strong> includes utilities and internet. One less thing to worry about!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>2. Move in on Day One<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Forget about booking hotels or temporary Airbnbs while searching for a room. With this program, you can move into your permanent apartment <strong>the moment you arrive in Italy<\/strong>. Your parents can breathe a sigh of relief knowing you have a safe roof over your head from day one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>3. Special Support for Students Under 18<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you graduating young? Many students from our regions are under 18 when they head to Italy. To get a visa, you legally need a <strong>guardian<\/strong>. Finding one used to be a headache, but Cattolica and <em>Studiare in Italia<\/em> provide official<a href=\"https:\/\/international.unicatt.it\/ucscinternational-study-foundation-programme?utm_source=WeUni&amp;utm_medium=click&amp;utm_campaign=foundation+programme%20Target\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> <strong>guardianship services<\/strong><\/a> directly through the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>4. A Pathway to the Future<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>After successfully completing the <a href=\"https:\/\/international.unicatt.it\/ucscinternational-study-foundation-programme?utm_source=WeUni&amp;utm_medium=click&amp;utm_campaign=foundation+programme%20Target\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Foundation Programme<\/a>, you will be eligible to apply for undergraduate degrees at Universit\u00e0 Cattolica, using your new skills to stand out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Ready to Start Your Italian Adventure?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you want to stay at <strong>Universit\u00e0 Cattolica<\/strong> for your Bachelor\u2019s degree or move to another Italian university, this Foundation Year is your perfect launchpad. You\u2019ll adapt to the culture, master the language, and build a network of friends from all over the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Italy is waiting for you. 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