Ca'Foscari University Of Venice
speciality: Modern Languages

Professors are prepared, mother tongue teachers get used to the sound of language. Conversation lessons are very useful to practice the language.__University offers many opportunities to study or work abroad. __The thing I liked the most is that you don’t study only the language, but you are immersed in the culture of the country of which you study the language.

– Program focused on Middle Eastern Affairs and Arabic Language that provided me with the right tools to achieve a global knowledge about the Region
– Professors are helpful, well-prepared and I will be grateful forever for what they have taught me
– Great international opportunities both for studying and for working.

Interesting and well-structured courses, numerous opportunities for internationalization in Europe but above all in the rest of the world, opportunities for in-depth study of various themes through a great variety of cultural events, etc.

I started my master’s degree in Arab and Middle Eastern Studies at Ca’ the Foscari University of Venice in 2018. I chose the University of Venice because it is first-rate and leading institution regarding MENA studies and I was sure it could give me the chance to attend excellent courses. There, I chiefly focused my studies on contemporary history, politics, and economies of the Middle East and North African region, along with language and translation courses. I am really thankful for my experience in Venice since I got to study and live in a vibrant and multicultural environment that has enriched me and made me even more resilient and eager to know.

Ca’Foscari University of Venice is one of the best universities to get high level education as well as to enjoy beautiful Venice. I am honored to have a chance to spend best years of my life at this University.

Studying at Ca’ Foscari has been an enriching experience for me for several reasons.
First, I think that Venice itself offers a unique and beautiful environment. The city is rich in places to spend your free time like museums, cultural events, cafes and bars, scenic walks, and you also have the option to visit more calm places like Lido or the Giardini. There’s always something to discover, and with student discounts, museum visits are affordable. In the summer Venice can become very crowded but I believe you quickly adapt, learning to find hidden pathways and navigate the busy streets.
Academically, I appreciate the opportunity to take courses in both English and Italian. This allows me to improve my Italian and also gives me flexibility in my learning experience. However, I recognize that for those who don’t speak Italian, the selection of courses may feel somewhat limited.
The university is very good in fostering cultural engagement. The faculty organizes numerous literary events, and I particularly enjoyed the Incroci di Civiltà festival but there were many others organized by professors who I took courses with. I also think that with the amount of students from abroad it creates an overall very international atmosphere at the university.
Additionally, the intimate class sizes create a welcoming atmosphere where it’s easy to connect with classmates and professors. The smaller setting promotes close collaboration and meaningful interactions, which improved my learning experience.
Beyond academics, Ca’ Foscari encourages students to explore interests outside their studies. I took part in extracurricular activities, including working with the student radio, which was a good way to meet new people and broaden my horizons beyond my general study course.
Overall, my time at Ca’ Foscari has been both academically rewarding and personally enriching, thanks to the vibrant setting of Venice, engaging courses, and opportunities for cultural and extracurricular involvement.
If you are looking for a unique and culturally very rich experience I would recommend you to study at the university.

I had my Master’s degree in Humanities at Ca’ Foscari and my studying experience is extremely positive. My study plan was well-organised and multidimensional wich gave me a good preparation for future work and studies. All the professors that I met were professionals not only in their fields but also in terms of educating and communicating a knowledge. At Ca’ Foscari the educational process was not limited by class – I had the opportunity to participate in scientific conventions, seminars, presentations, labs etc. Besides education I’d like to mention a rich campus life with sport and art events, festivals, exhibitions and other activities organisated by and for students. I’m glad to reccomend the Ca’Foscari University to other people who is searching their next step in education

I think Ca’ Foscari is a really good university where you can find a great variety of courses and really good professors. Venice is a very good environment where you can develop your career perspectives. I would recommend it.

The location is amazing, some of the buildings are ancient and full of history, even though the administration of university is planning to sell several of them, fact that I personally find horrible. apart from that there is a wide range of languages to chose among, from Arabic to Chinese, Russian and Serb-croatian for example. I studied Arabic, and my overall experience was good, mostly thanks to the mother tongue professors, that really made the difference. I hope they will change the Arabic book in use, because it is awful, disorganised and not practical.

The program gives you the possibility to choose the course program that suits you. You can pick a minimum of two languages and a maximum of three in which you want to specialise and get a knowledge of their literature and culture. The professors are all talented and experts in their sectors. If you can bear with the chaos of the city, it is a university that can give you plenty of opportunities to get involved in different projects and to go abroad. Overall, it is a good University with connections for your studies.