Milan campus
Milan has opened its doors wide for you; it’s time to get acquainted. Lose yourself in the Ticinese quarter, one of the oldest in the city. Enjoy a light-hearted walk about Brera or dig up the new trends in the Quadrilatero della moda. Do you want to take a look at contemporary Milan? You will find it in the quarters of Isola and Porta Garibaldi. And when you want to take a hop back into the past, enter one of the historical Palazzi to discover the artistic and architectural riches that have made Milan great.
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Living in Milan
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> Palazzo Reale > Castello sforzesco > Museo del Duomo > Cenacolo vinciano > Teatro alla Scala > Fondazione Prada > Pinacoteca di Brera > Triennale > Mudec > Museo del ‘900
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The Duomo di Milano is a remarkable example of Gothic architecture, known for its intricate spires and elaborate façade. Begun in the 14th century, it combines Gothic and later styles, featuring marble interiors, stained glass windows, and the iconic Madonnina spire. As one of Italy’s largest cathedrals, it remains a central cultural and symbolic landmark of the city.
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Housed within the refectory of the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” is an unparalleled masterpiece of Renaissance art. Painted between 1495 and 1498, this iconic mural captures the emotional intensity of the biblical scene with exquisite detail. Due to its delicate condition, visitors must book tickets well in advance, as only a limited number of people are allowed to view it each day.
International infrastructure
Often referred to as the “ living room ” of Milan, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is a magnificent 19th-century shopping arcade connecting Piazza del Duomo and Piazza della Scala. Its soaring glass roof, intricate mosaics, and ornate architecture make it a visual delight. Besides luxury boutiques and cafes, visitors can admire the stunning mosaics representing Europe, Asia, Africa, and America at its intersections, showcasing Italy’s imperial aspirations during its construction.
Fashion & design industry connections
Nestled at the foothills of the Alps, Lake Como is a mesmerizing destination renowned for its natural beauty and charming lakeside towns. Varenna, with its colorful houses and scenic waterfront, offers a tranquil ambiance perfect for leisurely strolls and lakeside dining. Bellagio, often referred to as the “Pearl of Lake Como,” captivates visitors with its narrow cobblestone streets, elegant villas, and panoramic views. Como town, the lake’s namesake, boasts a picturesque historic center, a scenic funicular ride to Brunate for panoramic vistas, and the impressive Como Cathedral with its Gothic and Renaissance architecture.
Fashion Weeks
As one of Europe’s largest walled parks, Monza Park provides a refreshing escape from urban life. Spanning over 685 hectares, the park offers lush landscapes, tranquil ponds, and diverse flora and fauna. The highlight of the park is the Royal Villa of Monza, a splendid neoclassical palace surrounded by English-style gardens, statues, and ornamental lakes. Visitors can explore the villa’s opulent interiors, including the sumptuous Royal Chapel and historical rooms showcasing period furniture, artworks, and artifacts.
Salone del Mobile & Fuorisalone
Located a short distance from Milan, the Certosa di Pavia is a remarkable example of Lombard Renaissance architecture and artistry. Founded in the 14th century, this Carthusian monastery complex features a breathtaking facade adorned with intricate sculptures, reliefs, and decorative elements. The interior of the monastery showcases a harmonious blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles, with magnificent frescoes, ornate chapels, and a tranquil cloister. The adjoining museum offers a fascinating collection of religious artworks, manuscripts, and artifacts, providing insight into the monastery’s rich history and cultural significance in the region.
Brand & agency partnerships
Unicollege Language Center is a high-quality language training service, designed for those who want to acquire or enhance their language skills.
Visiting practitioners
Guest lecture series across the year bring senior figures from fashion, design, marketing and consulting into the classroom, often hosted in collaboration with Milan-based industry associations.
Cultural life
Beyond fashion and business, Milan offers a cultural depth often underestimated by visitors who never see beyond the Duomo. Students benefit from negotiated annual museum passes and reduced-price subscriptions across the city's major institutions.
Brera & the historic centre
Pinacoteca di Brera (one of Italy's leading collections), the Castello Sforzesco museum complex (Michelangelo's Pietà Rondanini), the Ambrosiana, and Leonardo's Last Supper at Santa Maria delle Grazie.
Contemporary art & design
Fondazione Prada, Pirelli HangarBicocca, Triennale, Fondazione Feltrinelli — a circuit of major contemporary spaces with rolling exhibitions and free entry days for under-26s.
Theatre & opera
Teatro alla Scala — one of the world's great opera houses — with student-rate tickets in the upper galleries; Piccolo Teatro for prose and avant-garde productions; Auditorium di Milano for symphonic seasons.
Navigli & nightlife
The Naviglio Grande and Naviglio Pavese, the city's canal districts, anchor evening life: bars, music venues, the monthly antiques market, and student-priced aperitivi every weekday.
International student community
Milan hosts the largest concentration of international students in Italy, and the Unicollege Milan campus benefits from being at the heart of that ecosystem.
Cross-university student life
Joint events with Bocconi, Politecnico, Cattolica and IULM mean Unicollege students participate in a city-wide social scene — sport leagues, debate circuits, conference series, networking nights.
Languages & cultural societies
Active student associations covering English, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Mandarin, Arabic and Japanese. Tandem programs and conversation evenings run weekly.
Career events
Career fairs, alumni evenings and on-campus interviews with multinational recruiters — including consulting firms, fashion houses, pharma companies and law firms with their Italian or European HQ in Milan.
Welcome & integration
A structured welcome programme for international and exchange students each semester, including city tours, residency and bureaucratic workshops, and assigned student buddies for the first month.
Day trips from Milan
Milan's central location and rail connections make weekend exploration unusually convenient.
Lake Como
Reachable in 40 min by train to Como San Giovanni or Varenna. The classic lakeside walk between Bellagio, Menaggio and Varenna; ferries cover the lake in a day.
Bergamo
1h by train. The Città Alta — one of Italy's most beautifully preserved upper towns — reached by funicular, with Renaissance squares, restaurants and a relaxed afternoon pace.
Lake Maggiore & the Borromean Islands
1h15 by train to Stresa, plus a short ferry. Isola Bella, Isola Madre and Isola dei Pescatori — classic destinations for day excursions in spring and autumn.
Switzerland in 2 hours
Direct trains to Lugano (1h), Zürich (3h20). Short cross-border trips to Ticino are a frequent student weekend.
In Milan, a student day can include a Renaissance fresco, a runway show and a panel with a Fortune 500 CEO — sometimes within the same week.