Civil Engineering in Italy

9 days Milan, Turin & Genoa

Civil Engineering

The Civil Engineering Faculty-Led Program in Italy offers students a unique opportunity to explore structural innovation, seismic engineering, and urban regeneration across Northern Italy — a region renowned for balancing historic preservation with cutting-edge infrastructure — spanning Milan, Turin, and Genoa.

Over 9 days and 8 nights, participants will engage with three of Italy’s most prestigious engineering universities, iconic modern infrastructure, and industry professionals, gaining an international perspective on construction safety, smart monitoring systems, and maritime civil engineering. The program blends academic seminars, technical site visits, and cultural immersion for a comprehensive study abroad experience.

Through expert lectures and hands-on field visits, students will examine how modern engineering solutions address real-world challenges. Academic highlights include a guest lecture on earthquake-resistant construction and seismic retrofitting at the Politecnico di Milano, a session on infrastructure planning and socio-economic development at the Politecnico di Torino’s Department of Structural, Geotechnical and Building Engineering, and a briefing on maritime infrastructure and bridge engineering resilience at the University of Genoa. Technical site visits bring theory into practice: students will analyze high-rise foundation design and sustainable urban planning in Milan’s CityLife district, and join local engineers at the iconic Genoa San Giorgio Bridge to study its fast-track reconstruction, aerodynamic design, and smart structural monitoring sensors.

Beyond the engineering sites, students will enjoy rich cultural immersion through a walking tour of Milan’s Duomo and Sforzesco Castle, a guided bike tour of Turin’s historic districts, a Piedmontese cooking class, and traditional farewell dining featuring Ligurian specialties.

Itinerary
Learning Outcomes
Support for Faculty

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart from the USA
Flight:

Depart from the USA on an overnight flight to Milan.

Overnight:

In flight.
Day 2: Arrival in Milan
Morning

Arrive in Milan and make your own way to the accommodations. Meet your TLAC group leader the hotel for check in. Transit passes will be distributed.

Remainder of the day

Free day to rest after arrival.

Overnight:

Milan.
Day 3: Milan: Walking tour
Morning

Walking tour of the city. Make the most of the city and learn about its greatest artistic achievements. See the Duomo's stunning exterior, skip the lines to visit Leonardo's Last Supper, and explore the Sforzesco Castle gardens.

Noon

Lunch break.

Afternoon

Free time.

Evening

Welcome dinner at Antica Trattoria della Pesa.

Overnight:

Milan.
Day 4: Milan: CityLife district & Politecnico di Milano
Morning

Guided site visit to the CityLife district to observe high-rise structural engineering, foundation design, and sustainable urban planning materials used in modern skyscrapers.

Noon

Lunch break.

Afternoon

Visit to the Politecnico di Milano Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering for a faculty guest lecture regarding earthquake-resistant construction methods and seismic retrofitting in historical European structures.

Overnight

Milan.
Day 5: Milan to Turin
Morning

Check out previous accommodation.

Depart by train from Milan to Turin.

Noon

Lunch break.

Afternoon

Turin Bike Tour that covers most of the Turin's highlights and hidden treasures through the city's historic districts. It will be with a guide so students don't have to focus on a map and they will discover the city of Italy's royal family, including famous attractions and little-known gems beloved by the locals.

Check in at the new accommodations.

Overnight

Turin.
Day 6: Turin: Politecnico di Torino
Morning

Visit to the Politecnico di Torino Department of Structural, Geotechnical and Building Engineering (DISEG), which is a leading research and educational hub focused on construction safety, infrastructure planning and the built environment.

Noon

Lunch break.

Afternoon

Lecture about infrastructures and the sectors for the revitalization and socio-economic development of any country.

Piedmont cuisine cooking class in Turin to learn about the traditional dishes.

Overnight

Turin.
Day 7: Turin to Genoa
Morning

Check out previous accommodations.

Depart by train from Turin to Genoa.

Noon

Lunch break.

Afternoon

Technical site visit with local engineers to the iconic Genoa San Giorgio Bridge (Viadotto Genova-San Giorgio) to study its fast-track structural reconstruction, smart monitoring sensors, and advanced aerodynamic design.

Check in new accommodations.

Overnight

Genoa.
Day 8: Genoa: University of Genoa
Morning

Visit to the University of Genoa. Their facilities are designed to support advanced education and research in structural dynamics, wind engineering, and coastal hydrodynamics. Students will attend a briefing on maritime infrastructure and bridge engineering resilience.

Noon

Lunch break.

Afternoon

Free time.

Evening

Farewell dinner at Osteria di Vico Palla to discover Ligurian specialties.

Overnight

Genoa.
Day 9: Genoa: Free day

Students depart individually from Genoa. Must checkout of accommodations by 10am.

Learning Outcomes

Seismic Engineering & Structural Retrofitting
Smart Infrastructure Monitoring & Resilience
Urban Planning & Sustainable Construction
Maritime & Bridge Engineering
Geotechnical & Building Safety Principles
Real-World Application of Structural Engineering Concepts
Global Perspectives on Infrastructure Development

Support for Faculty

At The Learning Abroad Co., we collaborate with faculty to design custom programs that align with their academic vision. We provide comprehensive support in curriculum development, logistics and resources for promoting and recruiting students for these unique global learning experiences.

Online faculty-led program website for consultation by faculty and students pre- and during the trip
Expertise from the local team who developed the program proposal
Collaborative planning for a unique and customized program
Feedback forms for continuous evaluation
Pre-departure webinar

Contact Information

We would be delighted to work with you to facilitate a rich experience for your group in Italy. If you would like to discuss any of the details in this proposal please do not
hesitate to contact us.

Julia Lynes
[email protected]
+1 (561)-528-0852

What’s Included

Housing
- Students and faculty will be housed in 3-star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast included.
- Students will share rooms: 2 students per room, each with a separate bed. Each room has its own bathroom.
- The faculty will be provided with private bedrooms with bathrooms.
Meals
- Breakfast in the hotels is included daily.
- Two group meals are included as part of the program: a Welcome Dinner and a Farewell Dinner.
Transport
- Students will primarily explore destinations on foot. All other transit is completed by the use of public transportation, which is included in the program fee. Local transit cards are provided where necessary.
On-Site Support
- A TLAC team member in Italy will be assigned to your group for the duration of the program.
- A 24-hour emergency contact number will be provided for support throughout the stay.

Contact Information

We would be delighted to work with you to facilitate a rich experience for your group in Italy. If you would like to discuss any of the details in this proposal please do not
hesitate to contact us.