Founded in 1620 by King Philip III of Spain under the apostolic authorization of Pope Paul V, the University of Cagliari (Università degli Studi di Cagliari — UniCa) is the premier public research university of Sardinia, Italy. Located in Cagliari—the sun-drenched Mediterranean capital famous for its historic Castello quarter, vibrant maritime culture, and the golden shores of Poetto Beach—UniCa combines over four centuries of academic heritage with cutting-edge 21st-century scientific excellence. The university educates approximately 25,000 students across 6 faculties and 15 specialized departments, offering an expanding portfolio of English-taught degree tracks in Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity & Artificial Intelligence, Electronic Engineering, Energy Engineering, Data Science & Innovation, Environmental Engineering, Marine Bio-Sciences, and International Management. With its vast 80-hectare Cittadella Universitaria di Monserrato science and healthcare hub, historic Palazzo Belgrano rectorate, 5-hectare Orto Botanico research oasis, generous ERSU Cagliari regional scholarships, and accessible island living costs, the University of Cagliari provides an extraordinary environment for international education and research.

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