Activities

In addition to the cultural programme, the International College offers additional activities such as artistic projects, intensive workshops, institutional ceremonies and international mobility programs, designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, a sense of community and a profound global perspective.

Waterways

Waterways is a project of literary and artistic residences promoted and organized by the International College of Ca’ Foscari University in continuity with the previous Waterlines project.

The initiative offers a residential experience at the Camplus Venezia Santa Marta to writers and artists of any nationality and language capable of combining their creativity in an interdisciplinary manner, offering the students of the International College an innovative perspective on the contemporary world’s critical issues.

The resident is called upon to share their expertise in seminars dedicated to the students of the College, as well as in international public meetings, sharing moments of reflection and insight with the whole of the citizens about their literary and/or artistic experience, their cultural background and their creative practices.

During the seminars, the resident will work closely with the students of the College,fostering dialogue and debate in a laboratory and educational setting. Additionally, in agreement with the WATERWAYS organization, the residents may document their Venetian residential experience through their personal form of expression (an essay, a short story, a poem, a diary or another form of art).

Past resident artists

College workshop

The International College organizes the College Workshops and expands its educational offerings to interested students unenrolled in the College. 

The College Workshops are interdisciplinary and innovative courses and seminars, designed for motivated and high-achieving students who want a learning experience more in-depth and engaging than usually found in ordinary classes. Workshops are based on innovative teaching methods and delivered in an international environment. They give an opportunity to: 

  • meet other motivated and brilliant students, learning to study and work together; 
  • discover and experience Venice, a city historically multicultural and open to innovation.

The College Workshops have a duration from 1 day to 5 days; they are held in English and may be on-site or online. 

Ceremonies and institutional events

Opening and Closing Ceremony

At the beginning and at the end of each academic year, the College community gathers to celebrate the opening and closing of institutional activities. Featuring prominent academics and international guests, these ceremonies provide a key opportunity to strengthen community identity, recognize student achievements and maintain a close connection with our Alumni network.

Master's Thesis Defenses and College Diploma

In September, students gather for another milestone event: the oral defense (viva voce) of the Master’s College thesis. This occasion celebrates the completion of an integrative educational path of excellence.
Students who meet the specific requirements set by the regulations are awarded the Master’s College Diploma, a qualification equivalent to a postgraduate Master's Degree (Master di II livello) legally certified in Italy by the Ministry of Education as per art. 2 of DM 1093/2021.