Applications for the Foundation Course a.y. 2026-27 are open from 9/03 to 30/06/2026
Read the Call for Applications and apply for the program through our dedicated portal here
Please be advised that, due to a high volume of applications, the evaluation process is taking longer than expected. Morever, please note that following this assessment, applicants will be placed on a waiting list. We apologize for the delay and thank you for your patience.
Currently, only the Foundation Course in Social Sciences does not have a waiting list, as a few places are still available. Please note that the program is taught entirely online (updated as of 18/05/2026).
Contact us: studyabroad@unipi.it; +39 0502212087
About the Foundation Course
- Pre-university program
- 1 year duration (Sept. 2026- June 2027)
- 3 study tracks: Humanities, Science and Social Science
- Courses taught in English+ study of the Italian language for one year (A1 up to the B2 level)
If you do not meet the entry criteria for your chosen undergraduate course at the University of Pisa, the foundation course may offer you an alternative entry route!
What will you get?
- 288 hours of English medium courses
- Online Italian preparatory module+ yearly Italian language course (A1-B1 level)
- Math preparatory course (for Science students) and Textology (for Humanities) before the starting of the first semester
- Right to apply for (not to be admitted to) all the undegraduate programs of the University of Pisa, as long as the final certificate is obtained
- Benefits for undergraduate programs in English, namely Management for Business and Economics (MBE) and International Program in Humanities (IPH)
- Dedicated tutors always available to help you with administrative issues, university orientation and any kind of stuff related to your study experience and stay in Italy
- Trips + social, cultural and orientation activities
Welcome to the University of Pisa!