English
Version
For the
European
Union Students
This pubblication has been published
with the financial support of the
European Commission.
Published by International Mobility Office
of Università Politecnica delle Marche.
September 2008
1. Welcome to Università Politecnica delle Marche.............. 2
2. Università Politecnica delle Marche................................... 3
Università Politecnica delle Marche................................... 3
University and culture ..................................................... 4
Organization.................................................................... 4
3. Structure of studies ............................................................ 6
Introduction .................................................................... 6
Faculty of Agriculture ...................................................... 6
Faculty of Economics “Giorgio Fuà” ................................. 6
Faculty of Engineering . ................................................... 6
Faculty of Medicine and Surgery . .................................... 7
Faculty of Sciences............................................................ 7
4. Studying at UNIVPM .......................................................... 8
Enrolment formalities . .................................................... 8
Academic year . ............................................................... 9
Examinations .................................................................. 9
Student Card ................................................................... 9
Course catalogue . ........................................................... 9
Italian Language courses . ............................................... 9
Library services ............................................................. 10
Computer facilities .........................................................12
Copy centres . .................................................................12
Student cafeterias ..........................................................12
Sports.............................................................................12
Student Unions................................................................12
5. Accommodation . .................................................................13
Private houses . ..............................................................13
ERSU student houses.......................................................13
6. Visas and other permits.................................................... 14
7. Travelling . ...........................................................................15
Arriving in Italy ..............................................................15
Travelling within Ancona ................................................15
Travelling within/outside Italy . ......................................16
Travel agencies................................................................16
8. Living in Ancona .................................................................17
Ancona in general ..........................................................17
The city of Ancona ..........................................................17
The surrounding area .................................................... 18
The climate ................................................................... 18
The economy . ............................................................... 18
9. Other information ............................................................. 20
Youth hostel .................................................................. 20
Health care, pharmacies and emergency ....................... 20
Shops . .......................................................................... 20
Banking ........................................................................ 21
Post and telephone services . ......................................... 21
Libraries and media centres . ......................................... 21
Museums and monuments.............................................. 22
Fairs ............................................................................. 22
Theatres, cinemas and music ......................................... 22
Nightlife . ...................................................................... 23
10. National holidays............................................................... 24
11. Helpful numbers.................................................................. 25
12. Helpful www-pages.......................................................... 26
13. Cecklist for international students................................... 27
14. City Map.............................................................................. 28
contents
contents
1.
2.
Welcome to
Univpm
Università
Politecnica
delle Marche
It is with great pleasure that the Università Politecnica delle Mar- International Mobility Office
UNIVERSITÀ POLITECNICA DELLE MARCHE
che takes this opportunity to extend you our warmest welcome. c/o Ripartizione Relazioni Esterne
In the Marche Region, the oldest universities, dating back to the and Medicine, which formed the core of the state university, were
We hope this marks the beginning of a challenging and successful Università Politecnica delle Marche
medieval period are Urbino, Camerino, and Macerata. After the opened in 1969-1970. In 1982 the addition of the Faculty of
period of study for you, and that your stay in Italy is both rewar- LLP/Erasmus Istitutional Coordinator: Dott. Luciana Martini
Second World War an attempt to create a unified university with Economics and Commerce was a natural progression from the pre-
ding and full of new experiences. We are always very pleased to LLP/Erasmus Assistant: Dott. Silvia Coppari
faculties across the whole Region, incorporating the cities of An- vious affiliation to Urbino. The Faculty of Agriculture commenced in
receive international students, as we are convinced that the future Piazza Roma, 22 - 60100 Ancona - Italia
cona and Ascoli Piceno over and above the historical cities, was 1988 and ultimately the faculty of Science, with a strong focus on
of education lies in international experience. This guide offers you Tel.: + 39 071 2202318 Fax: + 39 071 2202303
thwarted and subsequently each university went its own way. In marine science in 1991. The five faculties: Agriculture; Economics;
practical suggestions about studying at UNIVPM. We hope you E-mail: [email protected]
Ancona, a consortium for the creation of nonhumanity orientated Engineering; Science and Medicine and Surgery are comprised of
find it useful to answer any questions you may have about the
faculties, namely Economics, Engineering, Medicine and Agricultu- departments and institutes. The university has a complement of
many university services as well as social life and practicalities in
re was established. Due to its central position and its importance 560 lecturers and researchers, 568 administrative and technical
Italy. We here in the International Mobility Office will be pleased
as a harbour city, the faculty of Economics and Commerce, affilia- employees and 16000 enrolled students.
to assist you with any questions. We hope you enjoy your stay in
ted to the university of Urbino, was opened in Ancona in 1959.
Ancona, and it would be a period full of amazing experiences. We
This was the birth of the fourth “Università Marchigiana”, which
look forward to meeting you.
became renowned for the prestige of its lecturers and the high
number of students attracted by it. The faculties of Engineering
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2. Università Politecnica delle Marche
THE UNIVERSITY AND CULTURE
Through its faculties the University has created a professional and
technical centre responding not only to the needs of the city, but
also to regional and transregional needs. The University operates
on three levels:
• Recruitment of lecturers: a dynamic and pluralistic milieu has
been created by the absorption of lecturers from other historic
universities.
• Scientific and Technological Research: including a strong
network of national and international contacts.
• Cultural and Conference activities: have enabled a large number of Italian and foreign students to visit the city. As part of
its role as Universitas, in entirety, the University organizes
and promotes various cultural activities including classical music concerts performed by the Orchestra Filarmonica Marchigiana (Philharmonic Orchestra of the Marche Region). Aula
Magna d’Ateneo (the assembly hall of the University) at the
Technical and Scientific centre of Monte Dago is principally
the venue for these performances.
2. Università Politecnica delle Marche
ORGANIZATION
The University has complete didactic, scientific, organizational,
administrative, and financial autonomy. It has its own statute of
internal rules and provides a public service. The University activities are overseen by:
• The Rector, who is the president and the legal representative
of the University. He heads the academic Senate and the
Board of directors and has decisive power over all University
matters.
• The Administrative Director, who reports directly to the Rector,
applies directives issued by the Rector, and is responsible for
the central administration of the University.
• The Academic Senate
• The Board of Directors
• The Students’ Council
Rector:
Prof. Eng. Marco PACETTI
Deputy Rector:
Prof. Dr. Leandro PROVINCIALI
Administrative Director:
Dr. Luisiana SEBASTIANELLI
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structures
of studies
INTRODUCTION
Recently, the Italian university system has been reformed. The
new qualifications awarded by the universities have been divided
into 42 classes, referring to general subject areas within which
one or more degree courses may be organized. These classes have
been decided by the National Education Minister and are common
to all higher education institutions. Within these classes each institution can establish a range of different curricula, depending on
the specific programme and defined degree level. Degrees can be
classified as follows: a three year degree (Laurea) or first level
degree that grants a good overall education, but also specific professional competence; a five year degree (Laurea magistrale) or
second level degree, which requires two additional years of study
after the three year degree and grants an advanced and qualified
professional training in specific fields, with the exception of those
degrees relating to the Health Sciences and Architecture which
are conceived as complete five (or six)- year degrees from the
start. To graduate students need to accumulate a certain number
of academic credits: 180 for Laurea, 300 (180+120) for Laurea
magistrale. An academic credit corresponds to 25 hours of work.
Presuming that a students works 1500 hours per year, he/she
can accumulate at least 60 credits (and even more if he/she
works more than 1500 hours) per year. Our credits are based on
the ECTS rules.
FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE
three-year degree course (undergraduate studies):
agricultural science and technology
viticulture and oenology
forestry and environmental science
science of food
two-year specialist degree courses (graduate studies):
science of food and nutrition
agricultural science and technology
FACULTY OF ECONOMICS “GIORGIO FUÀ”
three-year degree courses (undergraduate studies):
economics and business administration
economics and commerce
economics and finance
social work
territorial economics and tourism
economics, markets and business administration (San Benedetto
del Tronto)
two-year specialist degree courses (graduate studies):
finance, banking and insurance
economics and business
economics and management
social and no-profit organizations
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FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
three-year degree course (undergraduate studies):
civil engineering
industrial production engineering (Fabriano)
building construction and savage engineering
telecommunications engineering
production management engineering (Pesaro)
electronic engineering
IT and automation engineering
logistic and production engineering (Ancona and Fermo)
mechanical engineering
environmental and land planning engineering
biomedical engineering
three-year distance learning degree course (undergraduate studies): held in teledidactics by N.E.T.T.U.N.O. (Network for Everywhere University Consortium) – www.ee.unian.it/nettuno
IT and automation engineering
mechanical engineering
two-year specialist degree courses (graduate studies):
civil engineering
industrial automation engineering
telecommunication engineering
building engineering
electronic engineering
information technology engineering
industrial mechanical engineering
environmental and area planning engineering
thermo-mechanical engineering
biomedical engineering
management engineering (Fermo)
FACULTY OF MEDICINE
three-year degree course (undergraduate studies):
physiotherapy
nursing (Ancona, Ascoli Piceno, Fermo, Macerata and Pesaro)
midwifery
medical radiology technician for imaging and radiotherapy
dental hygienist
professional educator
prevention techniques in the environment and in the workplace
five-year specialist honours degree course (graduate and undergraduate studies):
dentistry and dental prosthesis
six-year specialist honours degree course (graduate and undergraduate studies):
medicine and surgery (includes three years of theoretical biology
and introductory medicine and three years of clinical or applicative
studies)
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
three-year degree course
(undergraduate studies):
biological science
techniques of environmental control
and civil protection
two-year specialist degree courses
(graduate studies):
industrial biology
marine biology
environment sustainability
five-year specialist honours degree course (graduate and un- and civil protection
dergraduate studies):
building engineering and architecture
(European standards)
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studying
at univpm
ENROLMENT FORMALITIES
Pre-departure formalities:
You are advised to discuss the courses you intend following in Ancona with your faculty coordinator, who is in a position to provide
you with useful information on your stay in Ancona, as he/she is
in contact with his/her Italian colleagues.
As soon as you are aware of your arrival date, please inform your
Italian “tutor” or fax (+39.71.2202303) the registration form
(available at www.univpm.it) to: 0039 071 2202303 Ripartizione Relazioni Esterne (International Relations Office).
The following documents are required:
• A valid passport or ID card;
• 1 passport photo;
• for the students of E.U. bring the Health Card with you;
for the other students, that want to get the Sanitary Assistance, have to go to the place, as mentioned below:
- Poliambulatorio Viale tel. 071 87051 - (opening hours:
from 7.30 a.m. to 12.30 a.m., Monday-Saturday; from 3
p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday)
- Poliambulatorio 2000 AN tel. 071 87051 - (opening
hours: from 7.30 a.m. to 12.30 a.m., Monday-Saturday;
from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday/Wednesday/Friday)
- Presidio Distrettuale Brecce Bianche tel. 071 87051
(opening hours: from 7.30 a.m. to 12.30 a.m., MondayFriday; from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday)
• A certificate from your university certifying that you are a
European Community Programme student and indicating the
duration of your grant;
• A certificate, which certifies registration at your university
Arrival formalities:
On arrival you are required to go to the International Mobility
Office - Rettorato Università (Rector’s Office) - Piazza Roma
n° 22 - 60100 Ancona (tel. +39-071- 2202318), where you
will be assisted with registration. You will be registered as a full
time student without paying taxes and you will be covered by an
insurance policy. All information about the procedures which must
be followed will be given to you and you will be put in touch with
your “tutor”.
THE ACADEMIC YEAR
The Italian university period is divided into an academic year, beginning on 1st November and ending on 31st. October of the
following year. Lectures, however, begin in October, and finish
in mid-June. Courses may be extensive (lasting the full year)
or intensive (two semesters: the first one running until January,
the second, following a break in February, till mid-June). There
are holidays at Christmas and Easter and there is a long summer vacation. Lectures take place from Monday to Friday, both
mornings and afternoons, and occasionally on Saturday mornings.
Every year the faculties publish a guide of the respective courses
with lecture names and syllabi. (Available at www.univpm.it). The
academic calendars for the current year and lecture timetables
are available to all students on the web site, the faculties notice
boards and in the photocopy centres.
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EXAMINATIONS
There are two exam sessions: summer and autumn, and a special
winter session. Students are required to register for exams, a few
days prior to the exams, on a list found at the specific department
or institute. For some courses, there is also the opportunity to sign
up using the Internet. You should consult the notice boards of
the department/institute or your teacher for the exam calendar.
The exam may be exclusively oral, require also a written exam
or include the preparation of a short written dissertation. Marks
are ex-pressed as credits. Your student card (libretto universitario)
or some other form of identity (if you are awaiting it) is to be
brought to the exam.
to acquaint students with the Italian language and, on the other
hand, to provide more specific knowledge linked to the technical
language used in each faculty. Lessons are given by expert teachers who develop a syllabus specifically tailored to meet the
language problems of students with diverse cultural backgrounds
using modern technology. The Media Centre is open to students,
lecturers, and all University personnel who wish to learn a foreign
language independently. CSAL experts and technicians are on
hand should you need help. The Media Centre provides an excellent support to language classes and is an effective way to refine
your language skills. You should check the web site or contact
CSAL directly for further information about the timetable and applications for the Italian language courses. For further information,
check the web site at:
STUDENT CARD (LIBRETTO UNIVERSITARIO)
When you enrol at the university, you must collect your student http://www.univpm.it/servizi/f_servizi.htm
card from the International Office. This document is needed in the CSAL Centro di supporto all’apprendimento delle lingue
examinations both as identification as well as for registration of Piazza Martelli Tel. 071 220 7170 Fax 071 220 7169
the exam result. It also shows your status as an Erasmus student.
Before leaving from Italy, you have to return it to the International
Office.
COURSE CATALOGUE
The course catalogue (guida dello studente) contains a detailed
list of all courses offered during the academic year and additional
information concerning courses and plans of study. There is a
different guide for each faculty, as the information varies from
one study area to another. It is available on the web site of
the university.
ITALIAN LANGUAGE COURSES
As all lessons are in Italian, students must have
a command of the language in order to attend
lectures. The CSAL runs italian courses for the incoming students. One course is run in the first
semester, another during the second one.
The aim of these courses is, on one hand,
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LIBRARY SERVICES
UNIVPM has different libraries located in the various faculties:
• Technical, scientific and biomedical library
• Economics faculty library
• Department/institute libraries.
Useful information about them is available on the web site, where
you can also find a data base,a catalogue and some periodicals.
and institutional libraries with lending facilities affiliated to the
main library. There are also photocopying facilities.
The Economics faculty library.
Situated at Villarey, the library contains about 100,000 volumes
and 2,000 periodicals. You need a magnetic card that allows Economics students to enter in this library. Ask the library desk. The
services provided are:
• Computerised index of books, periodicals, dissertations, and
related publications by title, author, inventory reference, or
The Technical, Scientific and Biomedical library.
You need an identification document, a libretto or a library card to
editor. There are 6 network access points.
enter in the library and borrow books. For further information, you • Bibliographies and indexed material via inter-library loan and peshould contact the library desk directly. Situated near the Techniriodical/article exchange with other national libraries via fax.
cal-Scientific Centre (via Brecce Bianche), the library contains approximately 44,000 volumes and 3,000 periodicals. In addition
to a card index there is also an on-line bibliographical research
system. At present, the library is linked to the Host of ESA-IRS,
which has its headquarters at Frascati and provides on line information in every area of Science and Technology. It is also linked
to the MEDLARS/ TOXNET system, which has its headquarters at
Bethesda providing medical and pharmaceutical information. The
library has a data system: CD-ROM (Comprehensive Medline Iconda) and floppy disk (Current Contents). There are departmental
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• Bibliographical research and data bank consultation (CDROM) on various topics.
• European Documentation Centre.
• National and International Statistical Documentation.
• Economic and Social Relations (balance sheets, reports, relations of public and private entities, national and international).
• ISP Bulletin, published every 15 days (Index of selected periodicals for the institutes and departments of the Faculty and
for some national libraries and corporations).
• Reading and reproduction of periodicals (both current and
non) from microfilm.
• Tracing and acquisition of texts recommended or requested by
students or graduates with particular and relative motive.
COMPUTER FACILITIES
UNIVPM has I.T. laboratories where you can find all kind of facilities: computers, Internet connection, printers, plotters and so on.
The opening periods of these laboratories and student access change from one faculty to another: information is available directly at
the laboratories and on the web site. The net, I.T., and multimedia
services of the university are managed by CESMI (Centro servizi
multimediali e informatici) which is located in the Faculty of Engineering and also carries out other projects (ECDL,...).
COPIES CENTRES
There are shops (where you can make photocopies, buy lectures’
notes, bind written material, etc.) present in some of the faculties
such as Engineering or Economics, and in the city.
STUDENT CAFETERIAS
During your stay in Ancona you may buy and prepare your own
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meals or eat out, although the second option may prove somewhat
expensive. There are cafeterias in each faculty, where students can
have sandwiches, coffee, etc. at reduced prices. Cheap meals are
also served at the student refectories (mensa). There are three of
them in Ancona: In Via Petrarca (on the corner of via Pirandello,
near the Technical- Scientific centre at Monte Dago). At n° 96 Via
Matteotti (near the Economics faculty). In Via Tenna - Torrette
(near the Faculty of Medicine); You can apply for a refectory card
in ERSU office.
ERSU Ente Regionale Diritto allo Studio
Via Saffi, 22 - 60100 Ancona
Tel. +39 071 2274282
SPORTS
C.U.S. (University Sports Centre) facilities are available to all students and staff. Most team games such as basketball, football,
volleyball, ... as well as tennis, kickboxing, are available. There is
also a gym with aerobics, a swimming pool and some agreements
for skiing, sailing, ad horse riding. So bring indoor shoes with you,
if you would like to take part in these activities during your stay
in Ancona! For further information, contact the main CUS office or
those open in the faculties: Engineering, Economics, and Medicine,
where you can sign up for different courses, ask for information
or apply for CUS card.
CUS Centro Universitario Sportivo
via Grotte di Posatora, 19/A
tel. +39 071 54954
e-mail: [email protected]
STUDENT UNIONS
There are several student organizations present in each faculty:
the associations are located in rooms where one can request information. Each different group organizes various activities: parties,
cineforum, theatre courses, etc.
accomodation
The University of Ancona is not campus based; therefore, it is Opening hours:
impossible to guarantee accommodation for everyone. Accomo- MON-FRI
dation may be found in a private flat or apply for a place in one of WED
the student houses/ university flats managed by ERSU.
PRIVATE HOUSES
A room to rent in a shared flat can be found through an estate
agent (agenzia immobiliare), however they are also advertised on
the notice boards or in dedicated books at the different faculties.
Take note of the useful information and phone numbers and call
to make an appointment to view the flats. Although this may take
some time, you should find something that suits you.
ERSU STUDENT HOUSES
There are some places available in the Student Houses, which are
managed by the ERSU.
These are situated in five different sites in the city:
• Via Lambro n°1 - Torrette (near Medicine)
• Via Matteotti n. 96 (in the city centre)
• Via Scosciacavalli n°8/10/12/21 (in the city centre)
If you wish to live in a student house, please complete the application form and confirm your reservation on receipt of the reservation fee. Inform the International Office of your date of arrival.
The key to the apartment can be collected from the ERSU during
weekday office hours. For further information check the university
web page or contact the International Mobility Office.
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visa and
other permits
travelling
VISAS
Students from the EU countries do not need a visa to enter the
country. Other international student must obtain a visa before
arrival unless there is an exemption from this by an agreement
between the countries involved. The visa must be applied for at
the nearest Italian embassy or consulate in advance. The reason
for entry must be stated clearly.
Travelling in Italy is easy: bus, train, motorway and plane networks
are quite wide and Ancona is located in a strategic position. From
here you can easily get to the main touristic cities, such as Rome
or Venice, the beautiful seaside and mountains. You can also travel
by ferry quickly to Greece and the ex-Yugoslavia countries.
ARRIVING TO ITALY
HOW TO REACH ANCONA:
• Raffaello Sanzio Airport (Falconara): is about 1 /2 hour by bus
or taxi from the centre of Ancona (departures: Co.tr.an buses
connect with flights, from the airport to the city centre).
• Railway Station: the central railway station is in piazza Rosselli; it is in a central position on the Adriatic Line (MilanoBologna-Lecce) and is an important junction towards Rome.
There are other stations: Ancona Marittima in the port area
and Ancona Torrette near the Medicine Faculty and the main
hospital.
• Port: there are daily ferries to and from Greece and to and
from Croatia.
• Motorway: A14; exit Ancona Nord or Ancona- Sud
RESIDENCE PERMITS
Within a fortnight of your arrival you must
present yourself to the main police station
(Questura), to apply for a foreigners
certificate of stay: Questura
Via Gervasoni n° 19 - Ancona. You
will need: A valid passport or ID card;
3 passport photos; A letter from the University
proving that you are a student (this document will be given
to you by the Ripartizione Relazioni Esterne)
TRAVELLING WITHIN ANCONA
To travel within Ancona you can walk, drive or take one of the
city buses.
Buses: Conero Bus SpA runs the urban bus and trolleybus line. Every year the company publishes a timetable and route map. Buses
and trolleybuses can be identified by their number and there are
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two city lines (CD and CS). Tickets can be bought at Tobacconists
and authorised newagents as well as from ticket machines, which
can be found at key stops. A single trip ticket can be purchased
from the bus driver but it costs more. Tickets are valid for an hour
from validation the one-way ticket allows you to change buses
and lines in the same journey, whilst the return ticket has no limits
within its one-hour validity. There is also a daily ticket that allows
you to travel for 24 hours on all bus lines. Bus passes are available
for the entire bus network and last 30 days. Conero bus offers
student discounts. The Bus Pass office is in Corso Mazzini n° 168
and is open on weekdays. Buses begin at 5 am and the last bus
is at 1.25 am. Between 1.25 and 4.25 am a taxi service is available every 25 minutes as a substitute for the number 1 line only
(piazza IV Novembre- Stazione-Piazza Ugo Bassi and vice versa),
at the same price as the urban buses.
From the main Italian ports, there are regular links to most of the
Mediterranean countries and islands.
Travelling by plane: The airport of Ancona is located in a near
town, Falconara. You can get there by bus or by train. From this
airport you can take domestic as well as international flights.
TRAVEL AGENCIES
There are several travel agencies in Ancona. To get the best price
you should contact different ones before choosing. It is also useful
to check in the Internet for good flight prices.
TRAVELLING WITHIN/OUTSIDE ITALY
Railway transport: the main railway station of Ancona is located
in Piazzale Rosselli. There are no student discounts, but there are
other discount on offer. Both one-way and return tickets are valid
for two months after purchase. Tickets need to be validated using
the orange machines before leaving. Seat reservations are available for an extra fee, but they are necessary only on a few special
express trains, such as the Eurostar train. Free train schedules for
the Ancona area can be obtained from the information office at
the railway station. A complete train schedules can be bought at
newsagents and at the railway station. For more information, contact the information office located in the railway station, travel
agencies or call the number 892021 (call center Trenitalia).
Bus transportation: there are several companies that organize
bus transportation. You should ask for information at travel agencies or, for the Ancona area, from Conero bus.
Travelling by boat: Boat lines operate regularly between Ancona,
Greece and Croatia and other Adriatic countries. Ask for information at travel agencies or directly from the Navigation Companies.
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Ancona in general
THE CITY
Greek colonists exiled from Siracusa to a site inhabited since prehistoric times founded Ancona in 390 BC. Its name, in fact, derives
from the Greek Ankon “elbow” due to the shape of the bay. Ancona is also called Dorica, which comes from the name “Dori”,
immigrants from the Greek Mainland. The city became Roman
municipium, in 295BC and its name was latinized to Ancon or
Anconae. In the second century AD, the emperor Traiano widened
the port and a triumphal arch was constructed in
his honour. After the Byzantine period, in which
Ancona was one of the maritime Pentapoli cities
under the dependence of Ravenna, the city became part of Church territory but maintained its
autonomy by paying an annual fee. In 1532
Pope Clemente VII (Giulio de’ Medici) ordered military occupation of Ancona annexing
it to the Church State. In 1860, Ancona
was encompassed into the Italian Kingdom.
It was bombed and destroyed in both world
wars. The “elbow” extends from Mount Conero and stretches out into a series of cliffs,
which have taken on various names: Trave,
Passetto, and Gallina. Between Passetto and
the port, the cliffs form three hills: the Cardeto,
the Cappuccini and the Guasco, where a large part
of the old city and the splendid Cathedral of
Saint Ciriaco are situated. To the south, stands
the Astagno hill, crowned by the bastion of the
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Citadel. As it is the case in all Adriatic towns, the sun rises from
the sea; however Ancona is unique in respect that, due to the
“elbow”, during summer the sun also sets over the sea, in front of
Mount Ardizio, Pesaro, which marks the edge of the Dorica gulf.
The city is business-orientated, with naval traffic in the port busiest
on Saturdays. Very characteristic is the fishing port, Mandracchio,
located around Lazzaretto by Vanvitelli. To appreciate and sense
the atmosphere, the best time to visit is at dawn, when the fishing
boats return and the fish market begins. At Passetto, on
the first slope of Conero, a swarm of caves, fashioned
long ago as simple shelters for boats have been transformed into marine pied a Terre, often furnished
with all modern comforts. This cave phenomenon is
unique and merits a walk along the shore, accessible via steps leading down from the Monumento
ai Caduti (the Monument to the War Victims).
Every evening Ancona is filled with young people strolling the centre along Corso Garibaldi,
between Piazza Cavour and Piazza Roma,
along Corso Mazzini and in Piazza del Plebiscito
(also called Piazza del Papa). Markets, where
one may find bargains and a colourful and characteristic atmosphere, animate the mornings.
The central market winds along Corso Mazzini
and is open Tuesday to Saturday with a scaled
down version open in the afternoons during
certain periods. Still in the centre the fruit
market (Piazza Erbe) is worthy of a visit. Here
living in Ancona
country vendors arrive with their mornings harvest. Piazza d’Armi,
in the Piano zone has a market, particularly lively on Tuesdays
and Fridays, but only open until midday. A smaller market is held
in via Maratta, in the Adriatic quarter, around the Sacred Heart
Church. (Chiesa del Sacro Cuore) There are periodic fairs, such as
the San Ciriaco fair (around 4th May), the Antiques and Crafts fair
at the Rione arches (3rd weekend in the month) and the Salotto
in Fiore in piazza del Plebiscito (May and September). Numerous
parties, exhibitions, and festivals take place throughout the year,
especially during the summer months. An event in particular, is
Anconamare. This takes place in September and is a celebration
of Ancona’s traditional and deep links to the sea. There are exhibitions, marine sports, gatherings and shows.
7. living in Ancona the Fabriano area are remarkable. Further tourist information can
be obtained from the Azienda Autonoma Cura Soggiorno e Turismo
Riviera del Conero via Thaon de Revel n°4 tel. 071 34939/
33249/31828, and in the summer from the two Box Office (Ufficio Informazioni) situated at the Port (Stazione Marittima) - tel.
071- 201183 and in Piazza Roma.
THE CLIMATE
The climate is Mediterranean. The average monthly temperatures
are at their lowest in January (1°/2°) and peak in July/August
(26°/28°). The proximity of the sea raises humidity levels in
both winter and, although to a lesser extent, in summer. For the
same reason, Ancona sees medium- strength winds throughout
the year with one of the strongest being the Bora, a dry and cold
wind blowing in violent gusts, especially in winter. Other winds
THE SURROUNDING AREA
Twelve kilometres from the city towards Mount Conero lies the are the warm Scirocco and the Maestral, which usually bring good
Portonovo peninsula. Here one finds two buildings of note: the weather. The rainiest months are September and October.
guard tower, dedicated to Pope Clemente XI; and the fivenaves
basilica dedicated to Saint Maria of Portonovo. There are various THE ECONOMY
places of interest for the tourist South of Ancona: Sirolo; Numana; At the end of the 2nd World War, the province of Ancona was
Loreto with its sanctuary; Recanati, birth place of the poet Giaco- characterized by intense commercial activity in the capital city and
mo Leopardi; Camerano and Castelfidardo, home of the accordion a diffusion of agricultural activities in the hinterland. Craft activities
factories. To the North: Senigallia and Jesi. The Frasassi caves in expanded commercially, spreading throughout the region in the
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early fifties. This was followed by the transformation of craftsmanship into small factories, a process that distinguished the 60’s
and 70’s as a period of model industrialization throughout the
Marche region, and which became internationally renowned in the
2nd half of the 1970’s. More than merely developing companies
the Marchigiani mode is one of territorial industrialization, while
maintaining traditional agricultural links, thereby avoiding a socioeconomic backlash.
Typical Industry
The province of Ancona is the most industrialized area of the
Marche region, faithfully representing the phenomenon of diffused industrializations with its varied articulations typical of development on the Adriatic coast. Production and manufacturing are
concentrated in Fabriano (domestic electrical appliances), in Jesi
(agricultural machinery) and in Castelfidardo (musical instruments) although none of these plants are large enough to dominate
their sector. The metal - mechanical industry is divided into a series of products too diverse to isolate as one sector. On one hand
such diversification negates internal concentration of productive
districts, while on the other hand il limits the risk of a general crisis
arising as the result of a collapse of any one product market.
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YOUTH HOSTEL
Upon arrival in Ancona, you might need accommodation for few
days while you seek a definitive dwelling. One cheap and comfortable option is the youth hostel located near the railway station
and one of the main bus stops. You can book a place or get further
information from the hostel web page:
http://www.ostellionline.org/regioni.php?localita=002042
The address and the phone number are: Ostello per la Gioventù (Youth Hostel) Via Lamaticci, 7 Ancona Tel. and Fax: 071
42257
HEALTH CARD, PHARMACIES AND EMERGENCY
For the students of E.U. bring the Health Card with you;
For the other students, that want to get the Sanitary Assistance,
have to go to the place, as mentioned below:
- Poliambulatorio Viale tel. 071 87051 - (opening hours:
from 7.30 a.m. to 12.30 a.m., Monday-Saturday; from 3
p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday)
- Poliambulatorio 2000 AN tel. 071 87051 - (opening
hours: from 7.30 a.m. to 12.30 a.m., Monday-Saturday;
from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday/Wednesday/Friday)
- Presidio Distrettuale Brecce Bianche tel. 071 87051
(opening hours: from 7.30 a.m. to 12.30 a.m., MondayFriday; from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday)
For the students of E.U., you need just to show your own Health
Card. If you buy a medicinal, remember to keep your receipt, so
you will be able to get the money back in your country.
Pharmacies. There are about 30 chemistries, some are municipal
chemistries in which case they are well know as ‘comunali’ (There
are three chemistries open on holidays. A night service is provided
by the chemists in the Piano and central areas: these are open
for about two hours after normal closing times after which time
their service can be obtained by telephoning or by ringing the door
bell). You need a prescription written by a doctor for certain types
of medicines.
Emergency.
• Ambulance 118
• Vigili del fuoco 115
• Police 113
SHOPS
Shops are closed on Sundays, except during the Christmas period
and on some special holidays. The opening times (give or take an
hour) and weekday closure vary depending on the type of shop
and on the season.
Hours are as follows:
Food shops: Mornings: 08h00 - 13h00; Afternoons: 16h30 19h30 (in summer time: 17h00 - 20h00). Some supermarkets
are open all day long. Closed on Thursday afternoons.
Stationers, bookshops, ironmongers: Mornings: 08h45 12h30; Afternoons: 16h30 - 20h00. Mostly closed on Saturday
afternoons, and some on Monday mornings.
Other Shops: Mornings: 08h45 - 12h45; Afternoons: 15h30 19h30 (in summer time: 16 - 20). Closed on Monday mornings.
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BANKING
There are many different banks in Ancona, but the opening time is
the same. Open from Monday to Friday:
Mornings: 08h20 - 13h20; Afternoons: 14h35 - 16h00.
If you decide to open a bank account, you should check the different banks because each one offers several types of bank accounts, with different service charges and different benefits. Compare
the service packages offered before opening an account. Money
can be changed in the banks.
1)The code for the country you are calling
2)The area code without the general prefix 0
3)The phone number
To make an international call to Italy, dial:
1)The code for Italy +39
2)The area code (for Ancona is 071).
3)The phone number
LIBRARIES AND MEDIA CENTRES
• Community Library, Luciano Benincasa, Via Bernabei no.32,
tel. 071 2225021 fax 071 2225020. Primarily history and
humanity orientated with an audiovisual media centre.
• The Marche Deputation of National History, Piazza B.Stracca
n. 3, tel. 071203511. History.
• Marchigiani Academy of Literary Science and Arts, Piazza
B.Stracca no.1, tel. 071 203511
• Diocese Library, Via Birarelli no.18. Religion and History.
• State Archive Library, Via Maggini no. 80, tel.
07189412/3.
• Library of the Board of Archaeology, Piazza del Senato no. 2,
tel. 071201608.
• Chamber of Commerce Library, Piazza xxiv Maggio no. 1,
tel.07158981. Economics and Law.
• Library and Document Centre ISTAO (Adriano Olivetti Institute
for the study of Economic and Corporate Management, Via
delle Grazie no. 67, tel. 071 891927
• Marche Media Centre, Piazza del Plebiscito no.17,
tel.071205403. Films, meetings and debates organised
independently and in collaboration with cultural associations
and clubs.
POST AND TELEPHONE SERVICE
The Post office (Ufficio Postale or Poste) offers various services:
sending letters, telegrams, fax, money transfers.... Post offices are
usually open mornings only from Monday to Saturday, except the
Main Post Office (Ufficio Postale centrale) in Piazza XXIV Maggio
and other large branches, which remain open until late afternoon.
Stamps can also be bought at Tobacconists (easily recognisable by
the white T on a blue background sign). Letters can be posted in
the red post boxes; usually there are two options, one for the city
(Per la città) and the other for all other destinations (Per tulle le
altre destinazioni).
The national phone network is not run by the Post Office, but
by different companies. In some Cafe’s and other public places
it is possible to use the phone, paying at the end of the call for
the units used. However, most public phones (Phone boxes) are
operated with magnetic phone cards, which are available at Post
Offices, Tobacconists, Newsagents and automatic distributors. International phone cards are also available and in some cases it is
possible to use coins.
Mobile phones: mobile phones are quite diffused in Italy. If you
have a GSM phone it is advisable to bring it with you and just to
buy a local SIM card here. Operating costs are reasonable and
usually less expensive than having a phone at home (if not living
MUSEUMS AND MONUMENTS
here permanently) or using a phone booth.
International telephone calls: To make an international call from • Francesco Podesti Municipal Art Gallery, Via Pizzecolli no.17,
tel. 0712225045. The gallery is situated in the sixteenth
Italy, dial:
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Francesco Podesti (1800-1895) as well as artists from the
Marches active from the xvi to the xix century. The Gallery of
Modern Art is also located here. Open Mon 9-13, Tuesday to
Saturday from 8.30 to 18.30 and on Sunday from 15.00 to
19.00.
National Archaeological Museum of Marche, Via Ferretti no. 6,
tel . 071 202602 - 071 2075390. Located in the sixteenth
century Palazzo Ferretti frescoed by Tibaldi (1522- 1596) and
the Zuccari brothers (xvi century) and comprises archaeological
materials and works. Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 8.30
to 19.30.
Diocese Museum of Sacred Art (ex Episcopal), near the Cathedral of St Ciriaco. Thanks to this collection of artefacts the
entire history of Ancona and its diocese can be traced.
Roman Amphitheatre, in via Pio II- via G.Birarelli. Dating back
to the 1st century AD. Excavations are still underway.
Duomo di San Ciriaco (Cathedral), in via Guasco. Built on the foundations of a Italic temple. Remains of the Paleocristian period.
Chiesa di Santa Maria della Piazza (Church), Piazza Santa
Maria. Dating back to xi-xii centuries.
Chiesa di Sant’Agostino (Church), in Via Cialdini
Chiesa di San Domenico (Church), Piazza del Plebiscito.
Chiesa di San Francesco delle Scale (Church), in Piazza St
Francesco
Chiesa del Gesù (Church), Piazza G.Stracca.
Teatro Delle Muse (theatre), in Piazza delle Reppublica.
Erected between 1822 and 1825.
Palazzo La Loggia dei Mercanti, in Via Della Loggia. Constructed in 1442. A magnificent facade by G.Orsini.
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isolation hospital), in the port (pier G.da Chio). Here there
are often organized interesting exhibitions of various types
(photography, arts,..) and in summer there are an open-air
cinema and a bar.
Palazzo del Senato or Palazzo Pilastri in Piazza del Senato.
Palazzo degli Anziani, in Piazza G.Stracca. This was the seat of
the city magistrate until the end of the eighteenth century.
Piazza del Plebiscito referred to as Piazza del Papa. Its origins
date back to the end of the fourteenth century, however it was
only completed in 1817. It is surrounded by buildings on three
sides and headed by the Church of St Domenic on the fourth.
Fountain of Calamo or fountain of the 13 cannelle (gargantuan), in Corso Mazzini, one of the oldest streets in the city.
Although its origins are unclear it’s present form dates back
to the xvi century.
Fountain of the Four Horses, Piazza Roma. Realised in 1758
it once stood on the site of the present Theatre Delle Muse.
Forte Altavilla, Napoleonic Fort, Pietralacroce area.
Monument to the victims of the First World War, called Passetto, in Piazza iv Novembre
THEATRES, CINEMAS AND MUSIC
• Teatro delle muse (theatre), Piazza delle Muse Opera, music,
drama, jazz,....
• Teatro Sperimentale (theatre), Via Redipuglia no.59.
• Teatro Pergolesi (theatre) of Jesi, Piazza della Repubblica
no.19, Jesi. The Opera Season starts during the first half of
October and ends with the beginning of the prosaic season
(from the end of November until April).
• Teatro Alfieri di Montemarciano (theatre), Via Umberto I, MonPorta Pia (Antique gateway to the city), in Via xxix Settembre.
temarciano. Theatrical season from November to April.
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• G.B.Pergolesi Musical Institute, Via Zappata no.1.
Arco di Traiano (Roman arch), Port (L.Rizzo dock)
Student discounts may be available. Ask at the ticket offices.
Mole Vanvitelliana referred to as Lazzaretto (an ancient
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MUSIC
• Orchestra Filarmonica M a r c h i g i a n a (Philarmonic
Orchestra of the Marche Region), Via Aranci no.2.
• Ancona Jazz. Ancona jazz festival in November and many
other events during all the year..
• Many music festivals and concerts take place in Ancona in
clubs, the sport hall, the stadium, squares and evocative locations such-as the old lighthouse. It should be easy to find
something of interest as most music genres are present. You
should pay attention to poster in the streets, newspapers and
booklets to get information.
CINEMA
• Cinema Teatro Dorico (Cinema/Theatre), Via delle Grazie
n.108, tel. 071890290
• Cinema Teatro Galleria (Cinema/Theatre), Via Giannelli,
tel.07156633
• Multi-hall “Mister Oz” cinematography, Via Damiano Chiesa
n. 3, tel.071 3580395
• Cinema Teatro Italia (Cinema/Theatre), Corso C. Alberto
no.79, tel.0712810262
• Cinema Palarossini, Passo Varano District, tel.0712900033
• Cinema Azzurro, via Tagliamento, 39, Tel. 071 133146
• MultiHall Goldoni, Via Montebello - tel. 071 2076797
NIGHTLIFE
Ancona has pubs and little clubs in the evening as well as concerts,
cinema, etc.
Sometimes the students organize parties such as the Engineering
faculty “Carnival Party”.
During the summer there are some open-air bars and clubs. For
further information and recommendations about nightlife, check
up the Internet and ask to the students living in Ancona.
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Holidays
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numbers
071 2201
University
071 2202212 Rector’s Office
071 2202318 International Mobility Office
071 227411
ERSU
071 44213
CUS
Consulates
071 202306 France, Corso Mazzini no. 107
071 205160 Mexico, Piazza Cavour no. 29
071 200252 Sweden, Via Cialdini no. 57
Emergency and Public security
112 Carabinieri
113
Immediate Police Intervention
071 22881 Police Headquarters (Questura)
118
Emergency Assistance
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Fire Brigade
071 2222222 Municipal Police Intervention
116 ACI Auto Club Assistance
First Aid
071 283001 Red Cross
071 5015 Yellow Cross
Doctor on duty at night or on public holidays
071 8705620Ancona
071 8705670Ancona
Taxis
071 202895 Piazza Roma
071 2810447Corso Carlo Alberto
HOLIDAYS
All Sundays
1st January: New Year’s day (primo dell’anno)
6st January: Epiphany (Epifania)
Easter day: Pasqua
Easter Monday: Lunedì dell’Angelo
25st April: Liberation day (Festa della Liberazione)
1st May: Labour day (Festa dei Lavoratori)
4st May: Patron saint of Ancona (San Ciriaco)
2nd June: Republic day (Festa della Repubblica)
15st August: Summer Day or feast of the Assumption
(ferragosto)
1st November: all saint’s day (ognisanti)
8st December: feast of the Immacutale Conception
(Immacolata Concezione)
25st December: Christmas day (Natale)
26st December: Boxing Day (Santo Stefano)
Note: all banks and shops are usually closed on Holidays.
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071 43321 Piazza Rosselli (railway Station)
071 889487 Torrette Hospital
Other information
0719156033 Airport Information
892021 Railway Information
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Università Politecnica delle Marche
www.univpm.it
The city of Ancona
www.comune.ancona.it
www.inancona.net
www.anconaonline.it
www.anconagiovane.it
To travel
www.cts.it
Tourism and cities in Italy
www.enit.it
www.itwg.com
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helpful
web pages
checklist for
international
students
Transport:
Train: www.trenitalia.it
City bus: www.conerobus.it
Plane: www.alitalia.it
www.ryanair.com
www.evolavia.com
Boat: www.informare.it
Maps: www.informadove.it
Others: www.rockol.it/concerti.asp (concerts)
www.museionline.it (museums,...)
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Before leaving for Italy
• Complete the application form found on the web site
www.univpm.it and send it to International Mobility Office,
Piazza Roma, 22, 60100 Ancona, Italia.
• Ask the International Office at your own university to send
the Italian International Office a letter or an e-mail to confirm
that you have been selected to study at UNIVPM as an Erasmus student.
• Apply for accommodation in the Ersu student houses or in
the university flats, and pay the registration fee ASAP. Further information and the application form is available at
www.univpm.it
• Book a place in the youth hostel if required.
• Get the necessary insurances, especially health care. EU citizens: remember to get the Health Card from your local social
security office.
• Check if you need a visa.
• Bring your passport or Identity Card with you.
• Check the web site about the Italian language course and
contact the CSAL (Centro Supporto Apprendimento Linguistico) for further information you might need to apply.
• If you have any questions on practical matters, you
may contact us at the International Mobility Office
([email protected]).
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After arrival in Ancona and while here
• Register at the International Mobility Office (c/o Ripartizione
Relazioni Esterne), Piazza Roma 22, Ancona. You have to
bring 1 passport photos and your ID or passport with you.
• Execute the contract for accommodation in the student house
or in the university flats and pick the key up.
• Apply for Student Card (Libretto Universitario) at the International Mobility Office (c/o Ripartizione Relazioni Esterne).
• Contact your professor and course lecturers if necessary.
• Get a bus pass from the Conerobus office, in Corso Mazzini if
you need one.
• Get an Italian mobile connection. It’s cheaper.
• Be active and participate. There are a lot of happenings organised for international and Italian students... also all ideas for
new happenings are welcome!
Before leaving Italy
• Return the key of your flat to the Ersu.
• Return your Student Card (Libretto Universitario) to the International Mobility Office and confirm the date of your departure.
• Ask the International Mobility Office for a transcript of your
examinations and for a declaration about your study period at
UNIVPM.
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Piazza Roma, 22 - 60100 Ancona (Italy)
ph. +39 071 2201
www.univpm.it
[email protected]
International Mobility Office
ph. +39 071 2202318
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e-mail: [email protected]
Università Politecnica delle Marche
Piazza Roma, 22 - 60121 Ancona
Tel. +39 071 2201
e-mail: [email protected]
www.univpm.it