Choose your Study Areas

Foundation Year at Pavia University offers 3 different Study Areas for the student to choose from. Each programme comprises four subjects, totalling 300 hours of lectures. 

All courses are taught in Italian, giving students the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for the subjects studied. This approach allows them to familiarise themselves with a specialised language and consolidate their language training.

Didactic programmes also include specific preparation for entrance examinations for restricted access faculties.

NEW FOR  THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2027/2028!

A new Musicology Study Area is coming to the Foundation Year! Starting from the 2027/2028 academic year, students will have the opportunity to explore this new study pathway.

 Stay tuned for more details about the courses and programme!

 

 

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Humanities
From February 2026 until June 2026

- History of art and archaeology
- Italian literature
- Ancient and medieval history
- Philosophy
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Medicine
Science and Medicine
From February 2026 until June 2026

- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Mathematics
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Economy
Social Sciences
From February 2026 until June 2026

- Economics
- Political Science
- Contemporary History
- Law

Not sure which Study Area to choose?

Here you can find the syllabus for each Study Area:

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