FAQ | IUC Turin

FAQ about Admissions, Funding and Life at the IUC

If you are considering applying to the IUC or preparing to move to Turin, these questions cover admissions, funding, language, housing, and life during the program.

Yes. For the current Master program, the program fees are waived for all selected students, who also receive a monthly living salary from January to July. You should still budget for housing, living expenses, settling-in costs, health insurance, and visa fees as indicated on the Application page.

Yes. Candidates who do not yet hold the required degree at the time of application can still apply, provided they obtain their degree before the start of the IUC program in January. Proof of completion will be requested before enrollment.

The standard duration of the Master program is 12 months, with teaching starting in January. A discretionary second year may be offered to selected high-performing students who wish to extend their research and academic engagement.

The official working language of the IUC and all its courses is English. Proficiency in English is a requirement for admission and is assessed through your previous studies, language certificates, and application materials.

The IUC does not own student dormitories, but admitted students receive guidance on housing options in Turin and are informed of available partnerships and residences. You should budget approximately €250–350 per month for housing costs.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and must be submitted directly to the IUC by e‑mail, following the detailed instructions on the Application page. Only successful candidates are notified after the admission panel has evaluated all complete applications received by the deadline.

You will need to submit a completed application form, degree certificates or transcripts, a detailed CV, a motivation letter, and any documents demonstrating your English proficiency. Additional materials may be requested as specified on the Application page for the current edition.

The IUC advises you to budget roughly €250–350 per month for housing, €300–350 for living expenses, around €350 for initial settling-in costs, approximately €240 for health insurance, and about €100 for visa-related fees, in addition to travel costs to Italy.

Many IUC graduates pursue PhD studies or academic careers, while others work in international organizations, NGOs, public institutions, or private practice focusing on critical approaches to law, economics, and global governance.