Language of instruction
Limited places available. Unlikely to be available as a second or third preference.
Università Bocconi is considered one of Europe’s leading educational institutions in Economics, Management, Finance and Law. Founded in 1902, Bocconi was the first Italian university to grant a degree in economics. The University is ranked 27th in the world for business and economics.
For many generations, Milan has been the birthplace of vibrant new ideas about fashion, art, industry and finance. Italy's financial capital is a blend of history and modernity, towering structures and picturesque parks, exclusive performances and free concerts and events. Students love taking advantage of the Milanese custom of aperitivo.
Semester dates
| UQ Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Spring Semester | January–June |
| Semester 2 | Fall Semester | August–December |
View the Bocconi academic calendar.
Guides and additional information
Bocconi has online resources to help get more out of your exchange:
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ’s Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ’s Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Student testimonials
- B Commerce / B EconomicsSemester 1, 2023
I travelled widely during term and in my mid semester break and had some great experiences along the way.
- B Business ManagementSemester 2, 2022
I personally gained a lot from this experience! I met so many new and amazing people from various countries and continents.
- B Business Management/Int. Hotel and Tourism ManagementSemester 2, 2019
The most exciting and rewarding adventure to date!
Full-time study load
30 ECTS credits per semester (across a maximum of 5 courses) at Bocconi is equivalent to 8 UQ units.
Host university requirements
GPA
You will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.5 to study at Bocconi.
Study Options
Not applicable to this university. However, you will usually be expected to take the majority of courses (60%) within a single faculty.
Note: Host university eligibility criteria are at the discretion of the host and may change without notice.
Find courses
Search the Bocconi course catalogue.
UQ Credit Precedent Database
The first step is to review the host university's most recent course catalogue and identify the courses available to exchange students in the semester you plan to attend (e.g. Fall/Spring or Semester 1/Semester 2).
Once you have identified suitable courses, you can search the Credit Precedent Database (CPD) to check whether any of those courses have previously been assessed for UQ credit.
Please note:
- Always use the host university course catalogue to identify available courses. The CPD should only be used to check whether those courses have previously been assessed for UQ credit.
- The CPD is a guide only and does not represent the full or current range of courses available at a host institution.
- Previous credit assessments may have expired or no longer reflect the current course content.
- Courses that do not appear in the CPD can still be considered for UQ credit through the Study Plan assessment process.
Study areas taught in English
Academic restrictions
Additional academic information
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ’s Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ’s Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Accommodation
Exchange students can apply for accommodation in Bocconi dorms through the ISD Housing Office when completing the online application for the exchange program.
Cost of living
In order to get an idea of the financial effort required to live in Milan for exchange students, Bocconi has compiled a list of the average costs of general items and expenses for students.
Financial support
A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.
Insurance
Students approved to participate in a Semester-based Exchange are automatically covered by UQ’s Travel Insurance for the country of their host university only.
For more information, read the Student Travel Insurance Policy Summary on UQ’s Travel Insurance web page (login required).
If you plan to travel outside of your host country, you should purchase additional insurance.
In order to get a Permit of Stay, you will be asked to prove that you are covered by adequate health insurance for the cost of medical cares for the entire duration of your stay in Italy.
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ’s Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ’s Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Organise your visa
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Bocconi provide some visa and immigration advice for exchange students. Including information about the "permit to stay" issued by the local police department.
Contact the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for visa and immigration information.
Travel risk levels
The University of Queensland cannot and does not allow students to travel to any country with a risk level of 3 (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.
If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, experiences to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.
Find out the risk level and travel advice, and sign up to receive updates for your host country on the Smartraveller website.
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ’s Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ’s Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October