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Deparment
The Department of Economics of the oldest university in the western world is one of the largest in Europe and it offers excellent research and teaching.
Research
Our research helps to understand and address fundamental problems such as poverty, inequality, development, employment, climate and technological change, immigration, health and many others.
Teaching
Our Department offers the best public university education in economics in Italy. Its educational offer includes: 4 three-year degrees, 6 two-year masters; 3 professional masters and 2 doctorates.
Department and society
Our Department actively spreads its research findings among the civil society, orients high school students and contributes to the debate on Italian and international economic policy.
Campus
Our Department operates in three branches: Bologna, Forlì and Rimini.
The University of Bologna for peace
The University of Bologna conducts its academic activities following and promoting peace and dialogue.
Research areas
A journey through the areas, projects and research groups where new knowledge is born and developed. Discover the research and scientific innovation activities of the department’s researchers.
News
Innovation and Research
Grants towards rent for students living away from home for the 2025/26 academic year
If your ISEE is no higher than € 20,000, you can apply for the MUR grant. Please remember to complete the self-certification form. Deadline: 24 July 2026.
Innovation and Research
From data to decision 2026
A course designed to help you understand data science and data-driven decision-making.
Innovation and Research
Call for Applications for PhD Programs
For PhD programs starting in autumn 2026, the second admission call is now online. Check the information on how to apply. Deadline: 15 June 2026.
Innovation and Research
New Free Online Course: Data for Public Policy and Social Choices (II) - Prof. Alice Guerra
The course is free and open to everyone, requires no prior background in economics or data analysis. Participants who successfully complete the course are awarded an Open Badge (BESTR).
Calls and competitions
Open calls
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60% international PhD students
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7 international degrees
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92 faculty