New Call for Applications for the Ca’ Foscari International College Master's Programme: Apply by 29 June

Do you have an outstanding academic record, strong motivation, and a desire to make the most of your talent? Apply for the Master's-level selection process for Ca’ Foscari International College, our University's honours school (Superior Advanced School).

Joining the College provides access to a fully funded excellence programme designed to deliver a cutting-edge educational experience. For the 2026/2027 academic year, 8 places are available to first-year students on a Master's degree programme at Ca' Foscari.

You have until 29 June 2026 to submit your application. Full details on entry requirements, selection procedures, required documentation, and the application form are available on the dedicated webpage.

But what exactly is the International College, and why should you challenge yourself by applying? Discover why this experience could transform both your university journey and your future career.
 

What is a Superior Advanced School?

The International College is Ca' Foscari University of Venice’s honours school (Superior Advanced School): an institution within the University that offers highly motivated and academically talented students a parallel and complementary programme alongside their standard university curriculum.

Honour schools are merit-based institutions distinguished by academic excellence and a strong commitment to their students' cultural and professional development, combining academic rigour with innovation. They offer multidisciplinary programmes that integrate theoretical learning with practical and research-based activities, in an environment that fosters critical thinking and intellectual curiosity.

There are only ten Superior Advanced Schools in Italy, all belonging to the ASSI [ITA] network. Established to strengthen the Italian higher education system through high-quality teaching and research, the network aims to create a dynamic environment in which education and research are closely intertwined, thereby encouraging the development of advanced scientific and cultural expertise.

The Core Features Shared by the Superior Advanced School

• Complementary programme: an additional academic pathway alongside the standard degree curriculum.
• Residential experience: living alongside students who share your enthusiasm for learning makes university life truly unique.
• Merit-based admission and progression: access and continued enrolment are reserved for the most deserving students.
• Interdisciplinarity: the College teaches students to connect knowledge and perspectives from different fields.
   

Five Reasons (+1) to Apply

1. An Island of Excellence

You will live and study in the historic centre of Venice, in a unique, culturally stimulating environment unlike any other in the world.

2. Free Accommodation

For ten months of the year, College students live together at the Camplus residence in Santa Marta, entirely free of charge.

3. Cross-Fertilisation of Knowledge, and Interdisciplinarity

At the College, you are not defined solely by your academic area of study, whether economics, languages, humanities, or science. Through exclusive in-house courses, you will collaborate with fellow students from a wide range of academic backgrounds. This exchange of perspectives will help you develop the critical and interdisciplinary mindset essential for navigating the complexity of today's world of work.

4. A Global Community

You will join a select cohort of Italian and international students chosen on the basis of merit. Through the network of Superior Advanced Schools and the International College Alumni community, you will also have opportunities to meet, collaborate with, and learn from an extensive network of contacts.

5. Financial Support

At the College, academic merit is rewarded in tangible ways. Excellence is within reach for anyone with talent and determination. In addition to free accommodation, a substantial portion of your university tuition fees is covered.

(+1) Exclusive Academic Benefits

• An additional curriculum taught in English, with two Majors to choose from:
  • World Cultures and Heritage – Humanities
  • Policies and Institutions for Social Impact – Social Sciences
• Access to Ca' Foscari's PhD classes, with 14 doctoral programmes available.
• Soft skills development and complementary training through workshops, seminars, conferences, and interdisciplinary activities, enabling you to graduate with a distinctive profile that stands out in the job market.
• Dedicated academic tutoring and personalised support throughout your studies.
• A final diploma awarded by the University, or a qualification equivalent to a second-level Master's degree (if you have already completed the undergraduate programme of an ASSI Superior Advanced School).