- Italy
- Florence
About Program
Italy offers a fascinating case study for sustainability—having led the way in the Slow Food movement, it is also actively pursuing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by focusing on innovation in areas like sustainable infrastructure, circular economy, renewable energy, and smart city development. But it also faces significant challenges, such as migration, regional disparities, and over-tourism.
In addition to its rich history, art and culture, Florence is leading the way in sustainable tourism, and undergoing what some call a second, green Renaissance with new parks, micro-mobility and other transport initiatives, and an integrated urban planning framework.
With its easy rail connections to other Italian cities, students can compare, contrast, and taste the richness of both past and present that Italy offers.
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Program Highlights
- Semester (12-15 credits) Internship or Innovation in Action: Project-Based Learning - 3 credits (Required) Sustainable Development in Context: Italy - 3 credits (Required) Language & Electives - 6-9 creditS
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Location
Gelato festival is April should be enough to get your attention, but this won't be the only thing that keeps you coming back for more. Florence sits in the Tuscany region and is regarded for its artistic history and worldly views.
