Overall Reviews
4.14 / 5 based on 204 reviews

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mathiasjunkert
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I wish I had known...
how hard it is to leave...
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Learn the language there. Then academic life is cool.
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During my experience abroad, I ...
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Became familiar with another culture
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Final comments
You will love the Toscana: Florence, Il Chianti etc.
From Siena it is one hour to the sea
Sicily is great and it costs only about 100.000 L. by train;
Three hours to Rome (!) by bus; six hours to Naples.
By the way: Excellent bus services.
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“University of Siena - A review”
homa m
Italy, Graduate
Biology, 2024
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The University of Siena in Italy is a prestigious institution known for its excellent academics and strong research focus. It offers a wide range of programs and a lively campus life, making it a fantastic place to pursue your education. The city of Siena itself is immersed in history and culture, creating a captivating atmosphere for students.
However, it's important to note that if you're studying in the health field, you may encounter some challenges when it comes to internships. Most of the programs in this field are primarily conducted in Italian, which can make it difficult for international students to access practical experience in the local healthcare industry. It's a language barrier that might limit your opportunities.
Nonetheless, the university is committed to supporting students and providing resources to help overcome these obstacles. They understand the importance of practical experience in the health field and will strive to assist you in your career aspirations.
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Pros
Focus on research
Cons
Accessibility for foreign students

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“Coming to the University of Siena is an eye opening experience that will stay with you forever.”
Clement S
Italy, Graduate
Economics, 2020
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University of Siena has one of the most industry relevant courses that combine theory and practice to make learning a fun. One essential aspect of the university is that the teaching staff are made up of internationally acclaimed professors who are top notch both in teaching and research. One thing that is so amazing about the university of Siena is that the student body is internationally oriented with students from every continent of the world meaning there is cultural diversity in the university of Siena. Being located in a historical city if Siena, the campus of the university is the entire city itself. The university of Siena stands out from the rest as campus life is engaging, entertaining and enthusiastic with several students support services that make students life lively.
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Pros
Internationally acclaimed teaching and research staff,, One of the oldest Universities in the world with a lot of knowledge and experience, Cultural diversity in the university classroom, small class size
Cons
Being integrated with the entire city of Siena is a little disturbance in terms of academics

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philippe c
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I wish I had known...
if i had known how great it was i would have gone a full year instead of a few months
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In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
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During my experience abroad, I ...
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Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
to get there: train to Firenze then bus to siena
or by airplane to Pisa then train to siena
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roannal
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I wish I had known...
That Arezzo is actually quite small and does not have the same student life as the main part of Siena University in Siena.
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In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
I personally would have prefered a larger University with more going on. If you quite like a quiet life and are there to study lots rather than meet people and speak the language, then it is probably a good place to go.
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Became familiar with another culture
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Experienced a change in life
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Final comments
Try and live with local students, and when you go to lectures do not sit with other English students, but start speaking to the locals around you, as you really have to be confident and approach them to make friends. Once you do so, your stay there will be so much more fun!
Arezzo is a great place to travel from, as its well situated in the middle of Tuscany. Definitely worth going to is Cinque Terra (although stay in La Spezia, as it is much cheaper)and Cortona (great views).
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barbara s
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When you are going to study abroad make sure you see the room/appartment before making a down payment. I wish I did this before going to Siena. The problem is that you never know what you will find when youy are there.
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In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
The University of Siena is a very good university, but is is very Italian. This means un-organized.
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
When going to Siena:
- Try to get a single room
- Make sure you have internet at your rome
- When travelling: visit www.sena.it > here you can book cheap tickets online
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