Short answer: Piacenza has 5 verified English-taught programmes (4 bachelor's, 1 master's) at 3 universities. Most are in civil engineering, architecture and design, economics, business and statistics, agriculture and veterinary science.
Universities in Piacenza
- Università Cattolica del Sacro CuorePrivate · 2 English-taught programmes
- Politecnico di MilanoPublic · 2 English-taught programmes
- Università di ParmaPublic · 1 English-taught programmes
English-taught bachelor's programmes in Piacenza
| Programme | University | Admission | Deadline (non-EU, 2027/28) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural Design (Piacenza kampüsü)Civil engineering, architecture and design · 3 yrs | Politecnico di Milano | ARCHEDEnglish B2 | 16 July 2027 |
| business administrationEconomics, business and statistics · 3 yrs | Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore | SAT / ACT (optional)English B2 | 17 February 2027 |
| Food Science and TechnologyAgriculture and veterinary science · 3 yrs | Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore | No test (open admission)English B2 | 17 February 2027 |
| Medicine and SurgeryMedicine and health · 6 yrs | Università di Parma | IMATEnglish B2 | 9 September 2027 |
English-taught master's programmes in Piacenza
| Programme | University | Admission | Deadline (non-EU, 2027/28) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy Engineering (Piacenza kampüsü)Engineering (industrial and information) · 2 yrs | Politecnico di Milano | Programme's entrance testEnglish B2 | 1 December 2026 |
Every programme was checked on the university's own website; the programme name links to its official page. Deadlines are for non-EU applicants living abroad and can change, so confirm on the programme page before applying.
Which exam do you need in Piacenza?
It depends on the programme. The most common requirements in Piacenza are ARCHED (1 programmes), SAT / ACT (optional) (1 programmes), IMAT (1 programmes). Some programmes have no test or run their own test or interview.
How much money do you need in Piacenza?
For the student visa you must show at least €10,179.85 a year (about €848 a month). For monthly costs in Italian student cities, see our cost of living guide.
Scholarships in Piacenza
Off-site students who meet the income limit receive at least €7,171.11 a year from the regional DSU grant in 2026/27, and may also get a dorm place, meals and a tuition waiver. DSU guide
ER.GO
Università di Parma
2026/27 application: 23 June 2026 – 24 August 2026
Official callPolitecnico di Milano (DSU)
Politecnico di Milano
2026/27 application: 5 August 2026
Official callEDUCatt (Università Cattolica)
Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
2026/27 application: 30 September 2026
Official call
The 2027/28 calls are usually published in June-July; until then the 2026/27 dates are the best guide.
Frequently asked questions
How many English-taught programmes are there in Piacenza?
There are 5 (4 bachelor's, 1 master's), verified on the universities' own websites.
Can you do a bachelor's in English in Piacenza?
Yes, 4 bachelor's programmes are taught in English, for example Architectural Design (Piacenza kampüsü), business administration, Food Science and Technology, Medicine and Surgery.
Which entrance exams are required in Piacenza?
It depends on the programme. The most common are ARCHED (1), SAT / ACT (optional) (1), IMAT (1); some programmes have no test or use their own.
When is the next application deadline in Piacenza?
The earliest open 2027/28 deadline for non-EU applicants is 1 December 2026 (Energy Engineering (Piacenza kampüsü), Politecnico di Milano). Each programme's deadline is in the tables on this page.
Where do you apply for the DSU grant in Piacenza?
ER.GO, Politecnico di Milano (DSU), EDUCatt (Università Cattolica). Off-site students who meet the income limit receive at least €7,171.11 a year in 2026/27.
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Free assessmentProgramme data checked on the universities' own websites; last updated 10 November 2026.