Program Overview

Introduction to the Foundation Course Science

The Foundation Course Science (FCS) is a 60-credit program with a duration of one year, divided into two semesters. Lessons are taught in English, and the program includes 24 credits of Italian language instruction from the A1 to the B2 level.

Program Structure

• Mandatory modules consist of 51 credits, and students can choose the remaining 9 credits among several optional modules.
• The FCS prepares students interested in scientific courses such as Medicine, Dentistry, Health Sciences, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Math, Natural Sciences, Pharmacy, and Physics.
• The program's modules are based on last year's curricula of scientific subjects as given at Italian scientific high schools.

Mandatory Modules

• Basic Mathematical Language (6 credits)
• Physics (9 credits)
• Chemistry (6 credits)
• Biology (6 credits)
• Italian Language and Culture (24 credits)

Elective Modules

First Semester

• Introduction to philosophical thought (3 credits)
• Introduction to Film History (3 credits)
• Introduction to European Union Law (3 credits)
• Ecology for Agriculture (3 credits)

Second Semester

• Logic and Reasoning (3 credits)
• Italian Literature: an introduction II B (3 credits)
• Advanced Math (3 credits)
• Aesthetics (3 credits)
• Principles of Economics and Management (3 credits)
• Geosciences (3 credits)

Additional Support

• Students who have gaps in Math may attend a preparatory class (Math0) in September with dedicated tutors before the beginning of the regular class (Basic Mathematical Language).
• The program is directed by Prof. Michele Burrello.