Richmond’s Italian Campuses
Study at one of our learning centers while exploring incredible Italy
Richmond University offers a range of study abroad and internship programmes including Fashion, Art, Politics, Gastronomy and Education, in two of Italy’s most stunning cities. Learn to speak a new language while taking in the culture and history of Ancient Rome or picture perfect Florence. Both Italian campuses offer 4 unique experiences for students who are looking to study or intern during semester time.
Richmond in Rome
Richmond in Rome provides the perfect opportunity to study in a city with unmatched historical and artistic past as well as leadership in contemporary international politics, fashion and the arts. The Rome Study Centre is located in the very heart of the city, a few steps away from Piazza Navona, Campo de’ Fiori, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps.
Why study in Rome?
- Semester, Academic Year, J-Term and Summer Sessions are available to students who may earn from 3 up to 18 academic credits.
- Students study the Italian language and choose from a variety of other courses, taught in English, including:
- Art, Business, Cinema, Fashion, History, International Relations Management Politics Religion, Sociology Psychology
- A variety of cultural activities and social events including faculty led weekend excursions to Venice, Florence, Milan, Sorrento & Pompeii, Krakow and Palermo
- Volunteer work programme with local and international organization for semester students
- Language exchange opportunities with Italian students
Richmond in Florence
Students enrolled at Richmond have the opportunity to spend one semester, their freshman year, or a summer in Florence. Known as the “Cradle of the Renaissance” for its artistic, cultural and historic richness, Florence is the ideal place to immerse in Italian culture.
Why study in Florence?
- Students study the Italian language and choose from a variety of other courses, taught in English, including:
- Art, Business, Cinema, Fashion, History, International Relations Management Politics Religion, Sociology Psychology
- The Study Centre is located in a beautiful Renaissance palace in the very historical centre of Florence
- Be a part of the community living in a shared or your own Florentine apartment and enjoy local restaurants and cafes with your Richmond meal vouchers
- An extensive programme of excursions including trips to: Venice, Rome, Pisa, Lucca, Siena, and the Ferrari and Vespa factories
- Participate in the Volunteer work or the Service Learning: two different options to actively become part of the city, live as a local, among people from Florence
- Internship programmes are offered with placements in the fashion and tourism sectors
