In order to have the correct learning path assigned, all non-English native speakers enrolled in class groups taught in Italian must assess their initial level of English knowledge, according to one of the methods below:
- when finalizing the enrolment, students must show that they have at least one of the language requirements indicated by the University, stated when they applyed for admission online (see the website www.unibocconi.eu/admission or
- when making the selection "Italian candidates", students take the aptitude test entirely in English, or
- when making the selection "Italian candidates", students take an initial language evaluation test together with the aptitude test (in Italian).
For English, Università Bocconi suggests the minimum preparation needed to attend courses successfully.
The preparation suggested, for Italian class groups , is at least A2 (pre-intermediate)of the Common European Framework for languages (see "European Framework").
For information on language competence and knowledge required and self-study paths to be followed to reach the desired levels according to the initial preparation, check the website at www.unibocconi.eu/languagecentre inMinimum level required.
Students who are not native Italian speakers, non-EU citizens who do not have Italian residency must take a compulsory test online to evaluate their initial Italian knowledge (first or second language), in accordance with current Ministerial regulations.
All students with Italian in their study plans will have their language path assigned automatically.
