Studying at DiSA

Programmes designed to develop solid competencies, guide career choices, explore interests and nurture passions.

Distal’s courses cover all areas, from agriculture and animal production to food technologies, viticulture and oenology, the agri-food economy, landscape and the environment, agricultural biotechnology and natural resource management.

They enable you to acquire scientific, technological and economic competencies to tackle the challenges associated with food production, environmental sustainability, food safety, innovation within supply chains and the development of the local area. The programme combines practical work, laboratory work, field experience and strong links with the worlds of business and research.

Build your skills after high school

Bachelor’s degrees generally last three years and provide foundational training, while second cycle/two-year master’s degrees last two years and build on this foundation, allowing students to deepen and specialise their knowledge.Learn about our Bachelor's degrees and second cycle/two-year master's degrees

Did you know you can take your learning further with the support of tutors?

On each degree programme website, you can connect with students who can help you find out more about the programme.Find out more

International mobility opportunities

DISTAL promotes international mobility by offering students enrolled on a course within the department the opportunity to undertake periods of study or internships abroad, and by welcoming international students interested in spending a period of study at the University of Bologna.Find out more about this opportunity

Do you already have a degree?

Find the postgraduate programme that suits you best to update your knowledge, specialise or acquire new skills:

    To complement your course of study beyond obtaining a qualification

    Transferable skills

    Acquire soft skills through transferable skills courses to make your relationships easier and help you manage complexity with greater awareness. You can take the courses while pursuing your course of study.

    Single courses

    Acquire transferable skills, explore specific topics or complement your study plan

    MOOCs: free online courses

    Explore specific topics, update your skills and learn at the pace that suits you best