Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore

Cattolica International

Education abroad and Experiential learning

Cattolica International is privileged to have a large team of people who plan and manage outbound student mobility, by sending students enrolled at Università Cattolica abroad for study or work experiences.

Offices are located on the Milan, Brescia, Piacenza-Cremona and Rome campuses.

 

Semester Abroad

Semester Abroad programmes allow students to spend one semester or a full academic year at a European or non-European partner university.

Courses are agreed in advance and may be recognised within the study plan, subject to academic approval.

 

Double Degrees

Double Degree programmes enable students to complete part of their studies at Università Cattolica and part at a partner university abroad, leading to the award of a degree recognised in Italy and in the host country.

 

IELTS preparation courses

Cattolica International offers English language courses designed to prepare students for the international IELTS certification. Courses may be delivered on campus or online.

 

Language courses

Language courses abroad are offered in collaboration with partner institutions and external providers.

Course structure, duration and entry requirements vary depending on the programme.

 

Summer Programmes

Summer Programmes consist of short-term academic courses at partner universities. Duration typically ranges from 2 to 8 weeks.

Students select modules and may request academic recognition, subject to approval

 

Internships abroad

Internships abroad include a range of opportunities to undertake work-based experiences in an international context, during or after the degree.

Available options may include:

  • Internships identified independently or through the University’s Stage & Placement (STeP) portal
  • Structured programmes in collaboration with international organisations or institutions
  • Faculty-specific traineeships (e.g. in education, healthcare or international cooperation)
  • Institutional programmes such as MAECI–CRUI traineeships at Italian diplomatic offices abroad

 

International volunteering

International volunteering includes participation in projects focused on cooperation, development and community support. 

Opportunities may take place in Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America.

Activities are organised in collaboration with partner organisations

 

Thesis abroad

The Thesis Abroad programme offers scholarships to support students who have independently identified an international opportunity to carry out research in preparation for their final thesis. 

Opportunities are open to students from all Faculties, subject to eligibility criteria.

 

Short programmes

Short programmes are structured international experiences integrated into selected degree programmes.

  • Designed for specific academic pathways
  • Duration and format vary
  • Activities are aligned with the study plan

 

Virtual programmes

Virtual programmes provide access to international learning opportunities delivered online.

  • Options may include online study programmes, language courses and virtual internships
  • Formats are designed to allow participation remotely