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University of Bologna-BCSP

Indiana University's Bologna Consortial Studies Program (BCSP) offers qualified undergraduate students an opportunity to study for a full academic year or second semester at the University of Bologna. In September, before the regular Italian academic year begins, students are required to attend the program’s four-week presession in Bologna. The presession language course (which is offered in January for spring semester students) is designed to improve students’ command of Italian and facilitate their adjustment to life in Bologna and at the university. Students earn 3 semester hours of credit for the presession. During each semester of the academic year, which begins in October and extends through June, BCSP students enroll in one or two regular University of Bologna courses with Italian students, or a minimum of three for the full academic year. Students may also take special courses in Italian literature, language, art history, film studies, civilization, and contemporary politics that are arranged by the BCSP for program students. All instruction in program courses is in Italian, and the courses are taught by University of Bologna faculty. Students live in independent housing with Italian students.

***Application deadline for Fall/Year- February 1; Spring- September 1. Contact the OGP for an application.

For more information, see the BCSP site, or contact an