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BEFORE ENROLLING

A CFU (Credito Formativo Universitario) is the Italian equivalent of an ECTS credit (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System). It is the unit of measure used to quantify the workload required to acquire knowledge and skills in a university course.
1 CFU corresponds to approximately 25 hours of total work, including both lectures and individual study, and is fully compatible with the European ECTS system for student mobility and credit recognition.
In the Bachelor’s Degree in Energy Engineering at the University of Pisa, 1 CFU typically corresponds to 10 hours of classroom lectures.
For example:
A 6-CFU course includes about 60 hours of lectures in one semester (usually 12 weeks with 5 hours per week).
Annual courses, distributed over two semesters (each with 12 weeks of lectures), are typically worth 12 CFU.

OFA (Additional Learning Requirements) are remedial activities assigned to students who do not achieve a sufficient score in certain core subjects, such as Mathematics and Physics, in the TOLC-I admission test. You can still enroll even if you are assigned OFA, but you will need to fulfill these requirements within a set period. Until you do, you will have some restrictions, including not being allowed to take exams within the study program.

You can find all the information on the website https://www.unipi.it/index.php/immatricolazioni-e-iscrizioni

Of course! It is not necessary to have graduated from a scientific high school, and no specific background in Mathematics or Physics is required. Your preparation will be assessed through the admission test (see related question above).

The Bachelor’s Degree in Energy Engineering is an open access program.

Absolutely. The Bachelor’s Degree in Energy Engineering organizes PCTO projects every year.
PCTO (Percorsi per le Competenze Trasversali e per l’Orientamento – Pathways for Transversal Skills and Orientation) are compulsory activities for students in Italian high schools, introduced by Law 107/2015 (“La Buona Scuola”) and redefined in 2019. They are the evolution of the former school-to-work transition programs.

PCTO projects are designed to:
• Help you develop transversal skills (such as teamwork, problem-solving, communication).
• Support your orientation towards future studies or employment.
• Strengthen the connection between school, industry, and society.

You are required to complete PCTO hours during the final three years of high school:
• 210 hours for arts, music, and dance high schools.
• 150 hours for technical institutes.
• 90 hours for traditional high schools.
At the end of the program, you will receive a certification of the skills acquired.

Yes, to enroll in any Engineering degree program at the University of Pisa, you are required to take the TOLC-I (Online Test by CISIA for Engineering), which is designed to assess your initial knowledge. You can take the TOLC-I starting from the second-to-last year of your upper secondary school, either in Italy or abroad.
You can find more information about the TOLC here (https://www.cisiaonline.it/tolc/tolc-i/struttura-della-prova-e-sillabo).

TAKING EXAMS

The 3 CFU Final Exam of the Energy Engineering Degree Program aims to assess the student’s ability to independently carry out an in-depth study and/or preliminary design work, even of an interdisciplinary nature, and to summarize in writing the main contents learned in the Degree Program.

The final exam regulations, which also include information on the calculation of the graduation grade, are available at the following link:

https://energia.ing.unipi.it/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Regolamento_Prova_Finale_LT_Ing_Energia.pdf

Access to the Final Exam is generally possible at the end of all exams, when the student has obtained 177 CFU. Access can also be granted if the following conditions are simultaneously met: a) the student has obtained at least 165 CFU; b) the student is only missing one of the training activities provided for in the study plan.

This year, the CLI offers free online 15-hour courses in preparation for the English proficiency exam for students of the University of Pisa. For the period from October 2023 to February 2024, the following are available:

  •     3 courses in preparation for the B1 proficiency exam
  •     4 courses in preparation for the B2 proficiency exam

Additional courses will also be offered in the second semester, starting from March 2024.

All information is available on the CLI website:

https://www.cli.unipi.it/idoneita-di-ateneo/corsi-preparazione-idoneita-inglese-b1-b2-23-24-I

Engineering Degree Program Courses and Professors.

The recognition of an elective exam different from the suggested ones is generally subject to approval by the Degree Program Council, adhering to the following general criteria:

  •     The exam must be part of an Engineering degree program, preferably in the industrial field.
  •     The exam must belong to a Bachelor’s degree class.
  •     There should be no overlap in content with other exams in the Degree Program

There are two tutoring services available for students. The first comes from the “Bando Fondo Giovani” (Youth Fund Announcement), which annually allocates a certain number of grants to incentivize tutoring, supplementary teaching, and remedial activities. For the academic year 2023/2024, the Energy Engineering Degree Program has six students assigned for the courses of Mathematical Analysis I, Electrical Apparatus for Energy, General Energy, Technical Physics, and Machinery. Further information is available at the following link:

https://www.destec.unipi.it/novita/notizie/eventi/bando-fondo-giovani-i-semestre-aa-20232024-pubblicato-esito

There is also a peer tutoring service, where tutors have been identified among the students for each degree program. In our Degree Program, Mr. Giacomo Genito, a nuclear engineering student, has been identified. The idea of this initiative is for these tutors to act as mediators between students and teachers to provide assistance to students in organizing their studies. Further details are available at the following link:

https://www.unipi.it/index.php/servizi-e-orientamento/item/9872-servizio-di-tutorato-alla-pari

Regarding the OFA, the School’s regulations prohibit taking exams until the TOLC is passed. You must therefore pass the TOLC before you can proceed with the exams of the Degree Program, as described in the regulations at the following link.

https://www.ing.unipi.it/images/Regolamento/Regolamento_accesso_25_gennaio_2022.pdf

The study plan for the Energy Engineering Degree Program you are enrolled in is available on the Degree Program’s website at the following link:

https://energia.ing.unipi.it/insegnamenti-e-docenti-laurea-triennale-in-ingegneria-dellenergia/

On the same page, by opening the links to the various courses, you can find additional information about the syllabi and exam methods.

HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS

Of course! The Degree Program in Energy Engineering is happy to establish contacts with high schools. The most effective format for a first meeting is a short 30-minute in-class presentation introducing the Degree Program, aimed at students in their final two years.
It is recommended to allocate at least 1 to 1.5 hours for the meeting to allow students to actively participate and ask questions directly to the Degree Program Coordinator and faculty members.

The Degree Program in Energy Engineering regularly renews its PCTO offer (Paths for Transversal Skills and Guidance, similar to school-to-work programs), based on the availability of faculty members. For 2025, four pathways have been planned, briefly described below as examples:

1. Thermal Sciences: Introductory training on applied thermodynamics with implications for energy engineering. Basic knowledge on measurement techniques, post-processing, and statistical analysis of data relevant to the thermal energy sector.
2. Indoor Microclimate in Buildings: Introductory training on the principles of psychrometry applied to indoor environments and thermal comfort. Practical use of instruments provided by the tutor to measure environmental parameters such as temperature, air humidity, mean radiant temperature, and air quality in various areas of the hosting structure (classrooms, offices, etc.). Data analysis, including psychrometric charts. Awareness-raising on the importance of microclimate control for human well-being and building sustainability.
3. Electric Machines and Drives: Introductory training on experimental activities related to rotating and stationary electric machines. Overview of the main characteristics of modern electric motors and generators. Definition of typical operating profiles, with particular reference to applications in electric transportation systems and power distribution networks. Experimental tests 4. Electrochemical Storage Systems: Introductory training on experimental activities related to electrochemical energy storage systems. Key characteristics of modern lithium-based batteries. Definition of typical charge/discharge cycles, with particular reference to battery electric vehicle (BEV) applications. Experimental tests and data analysis, focusing on current, voltage, and temperature monitoring.

BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAM

As of September 15, 2023, and for a period of three years, the Coordinator of the Bachelor’s Degree Program in Energy Engineering is Prof. Giovanni Lutzemberger (giovanni.lutzemberger@unipi.it).

Our Teaching Office (Segreteria Didattica) is located in via Gabba 22, ground floor (https://g.co/kgs/hqQx3e8 )
It provides support and information on educational matters, internships, academic activities, and any questions related to your university career.
In-person office hours:

  • Monday from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

You can also request an appointment via e-mail (didatticadestec@ing.unipi.it) or for a meeting via Microsoft Teams by writing to Cristina Cerbone (cristina.cerbone@unipi.it) , Marina Flaibani (marina.flaibani@unipi.it ), Ilaria Chiocca (ilaria.chiocca@unipi.it )

For questions about international mobility programs, you can contact the International Mobility Advisor (CAI Assistant) for our Department, Dr. Flaibani (marina.flaibani@unipi.it).

For administrative matters (tuition fees, enrollment, certificates, graduation application, etc.), please contact the Student Office of the University of Pisa. The Student Office offers services remotely (there are no in-person counters), and your specific reference person is Antonella Giacomelli (antonella.giacomelli@unipi.it).

All information is available on the program’s website: https://www.unipi.it/didattica/corsi/lauree-magistrali/ingegneria-energetica-winr-lm/
By clicking on the course links, you can find more detailed information about syllabi and exam procedures.

There is no minimum number of credits you must achieve each year. However, the more credits you earn annually, the more likely you are to graduate on time, which is typically three years for this program. The recommended study plan distributes 60 ECTS per year for a total of 180 ECTS.

Each professor provides details about office hours during lectures or on their personal Unimap page. You can search by surname here: https://unimap.unipi.it/cercapersone/cercapersone.php
https://unimap.unipi.it/cercapersone/cercapersone.php

Class attendance is not mandatory but it is strongly recommended

You can include up to 12 ECTS of elective courses. A list of suggested courses is available here under the “Elective Courses” section:
https://unipi.coursecatalogue.cineca.it/corsi/2025/11521/insegnamenti/53065

If you wish to choose a different course, it must be approved by the Degree Program Council according to the following general criteria:
The course belongs to an Engineering degree program, preferably within the Industrial Engineering area.
The course belongs to a Bachelor’s program (first cycle).
The course does not overlap significantly in content with other courses already in your study plan.

The CLI (https://portal.cli.unipi.it/) offers free online courses to prepare for the English proficiency test. Check the website regularly for updates on dates, schedules, and useful information: https://portal.cli.unipi.it/corsi-di-inglese

The 3-ECTS Final Project aims to assess your ability to independently carry out a basic research or design activity, possibly interdisciplinary, and to summarize the main outcomes in a written report. The Final Project regulations, including information on how the final grade is calculated, are available here: https://energia.ing.unipi.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Regolamento_Prova_Finale_LT_Ing_Energia.pdf

https://energia.ing.unipi.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Regolamento_Prova_Finale_LT_Ing_Energia.pdf

You can access the Final Project once you have earned at least 165 ECTS, regardless of any remaining activities in your study plan.

Updated information about graduation sessions is available on the website: https://www.ing.unipi.it/it/studenti/appelli-di-laurea

The degree ceremony and diploma award are held shortly after each graduation session. You can find updated information here: https://www.ing.unipi.it/it/studenti/appelli-di-laurea/cerimonie-di-laurea-triennale

For information about diploma collection, please visit: https://www.unipi.it/index.php/laurea-ed-esame-di-stato/item/1499-consegna-dei-diplomi

No, ITS credits are not recognized for reducing the study duration in the Engineering School’s programmes.

The Tutoring program “Fondo Giovani” supports tutoring, remedial and integrative teaching activities annually.
In recent years, the Energy Engineering programme has employed student tutors for courses such as Mathematical Analysis I, General Physics, Technical Physics, Electrical Engineering Fundamentals, Electrical Devices for Energy, General Energy Systems, and Machinery.

MASTER’S DEGREE IN ENERGY ENGINEERING

The current Coordinator of the Degree Programs is Prof. Marco Antonelli (marco.antonelli@unipi.it)

Our Teaching Office (Segreteria Didattica) is located in via Gabba 22, ground floor (https://g.co/kgs/hqQx3e8 )
It provides support and information on educational matters, internships, academic activities, and any questions related to your university career.
In-person office hours:

  • Monday from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

You can also request an appointment via e-mail (didatticadestec@ing.unipi.it) or for a meeting via Microsoft Teams by writing to Cristina Cerbone (cristina.cerbone@unipi.it) , Marina Flaibani (marina.flaibani@unipi.it ), Ilaria Chiocca (ilaria.chiocca@unipi.it )

For questions about international mobility programs, you can contact the International Mobility Advisor (CAI Assistant) for our Department, Dr. Flaibani (marina.flaibani@unipi.it).

For administrative matters (tuition fees, enrollment, certificates, graduation application, etc.), please contact the Student Office of the University of Pisa. The Student Office offers services remotely (there are no in-person counters), and your specific reference person is Antonella Giacomelli (antonella.giacomelli@unipi.it).

No, there is no minimum Bachelor’s degree grade required to access the Master’s Degree Program.

If you already hold a B2-level English certificate or equivalent, you can simply submit it.
If you do not have such a certificate, you will be required to attend a brief interview with the Degree Program Coordinator to assess your language proficiency.

You can find all the information on our website: https://www.unipi.it/didattica/corsi/lauree-triennali-ciclo-unico/ingegneria-dell-energia-igtr-l/
There you will also find detailed information about courses, syllabi, and exam formats.
https://unipi.coursecatalogue.cineca.it/corsi/2025/11516/insegnamenti/53073

You can include up to 12 ECTS of elective courses. A list of suggested electives is available at the following link: https://unipi.coursecatalogue.cineca.it/corsi/2025/11516/insegnamenti/53073?annoOfferta=2025.
If you wish to request recognition of an elective course not listed among the suggested ones, the request will be evaluated by the Degree Program Council according to the following criteria:
· The course is part of an Engineering degree program, preferably within the Industrial Engineering area.
· The course belongs to a Master’s program (second cycle).
· The course content does not overlap with the other courses of the program.

Updated information is available on the program website: https://energia.ing.unipi.it/tesi-energetica/.
You are also encouraged to contact individual professors for further information about ongoing research projects and collaborations with companies and international universities.

After completing your thesis and registering for the graduation session, you will present your work to a committee of faculty members from the Degree Program, who will evaluate your work and your presentation. The evaluation takes place behind closed doors. After the evaluation, the Degree Program Coordinator will announce your final grade during the graduation proclamation.

Updated information about graduation sessions is available on the website: https://www.ing.unipi.it/it/studenti/appelli-di-laurea

For information about diploma collection, please visit: https://www.unipi.it/index.php/laurea-ed-esame-di-stato/item/1499-consegna-dei-diplomi

MASTER’S DEGREE IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

The current Coordinator of the Degree Programs is Prof. Sami Barmada (sami.barmada@unipi.it )

Our Teaching Office (Segreteria Didattica) is located in via Gabba 22, ground floor (https://g.co/kgs/hqQx3e8 )
It provides support and information on educational matters, internships, academic activities, and any questions related to your university career.
In-person office hours:

  • Monday from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

You can also request an appointment via e-mail (didatticadestec@ing.unipi.it) or for a meeting via Microsoft Teams by writing to Cristina Cerbone (cristina.cerbone@unipi.it) , Marina Flaibani (marina.flaibani@unipi.it ), Ilaria Chiocca (ilaria.chiocca@unipi.it )

For questions about international mobility programs, you can contact the International Mobility Advisor (CAI Assistant) for our Department, Dr. Flaibani (marina.flaibani@unipi.it).

For administrative matters (tuition fees, enrollment, certificates, graduation application, etc.), please contact the Student Office of the University of Pisa. The Student Office offers services remotely (there are no in-person counters), and your specific reference person is Antonella Giacomelli (antonella.giacomelli@unipi.it).

No, there is no minimum Bachelor’s degree grade required to access the Master’s Degree Program.

If you already hold a B2-level English certificate or equivalent, you can simply submit it.
If you do not have a certificate, you will be required to attend a brief interview with the Degree Program Coordinator to assess your language skills.

You can find all the information on our website: https://www.unipi.it/didattica/corsi/lauree-triennali-ciclo-unico/ingegneria-dell-energia-igtr-l/
https://unipi.coursecatalogue.cineca.it/corsi/2025/10552/insegnamenti/53121
There you will also find detailed information about courses, syllabi, and exam formats.

You can include up to 24 ECTS of elective courses, divided as follows:
· 12 ECTS in the first year
· 12 ECTS in the second year
There are two specific lists of recommended electives, one for each year. These are available at the following link:

(https://unipi.coursecatalogue.cineca.it/corsi/2025/10552/insegnamenti/53121?codicione=0500107302900001&annoOfferta=2025)

If you wish to choose a course outside these recommendations, the request must be approved by the Degree Program Council according to the following general criteria:

· The course is part of an Engineering program, preferably within the Industrial Engineering area.
· The course belongs to a Master’s (second cycle) program.
· The course content does not overlap significantly with other courses in the study plan.

You can find all updated information on the Degree Program webpage: https://energia.ing.unipi.it/tesi-elettica/
You are also encouraged to contact individual professors for more information on research projects and collaborations with companies and international universities.

Updated information about graduation sessions is available on the website: https://www.ing.unipi.it/it/studenti/appelli-di-laurea

For information about diploma collection, please visit: https://www.unipi.it/index.php/laurea-ed-esame-di-stato/item/1499-consegna-dei-diplomi

Yes! You can participate in international exchange programmes and spend a study period abroad to take exams, do internships, or prepare your thesis.
Check the website https://www.unipi.it/index.php/internazionale for updates and opportunities.

First, consult the FAQ section on the website https://www.ing.unipi.it/it/internazionale/mobilita-in-uscita/f-a-q
If you need further information, you can contact:

  • The CAI (International Activities Coordinator), Prof. Sauro Filippeschi (sauro.filippeschi@unipi.it) . who approves Learning Agreements and provides opinions on credit recognition.
  • The CAI Assistant, Dr. Marina Flaibani (marina.flaibani@unipi.it) who supports students with administrative procedures and online applications.
  • The Programme Delegate for International Activities, who advises on destinations and exam choices.
    • B. Sc. In Energy Engineering: current Delegate is Prof. Giovanni Lutzemberger (giovanni.lutzemberger@unipi.it)
      M. Sc. In Electrical Engineering: current Delegate is Prof. Sami Barmada (sami.barmada@unipi.it)
      M. Sci. in Energy Engineering: current Delegate is Prof. Eva Schito (eva.schito@unipi.it)

For further information on international opportunities, contact Dr. Flaibani (marina.flaibani@unipi.it).

The BSc in Energy Engineering has an open access. To attend the course, you must take a non-selective evaluation test (called TOLC-I) to verify the initial preparation level. https://www.ing.unipi.it/it/ingresso/tolc-e-ofa

All the courses are in Italian. If you are a NON-EU citizen applying for a study visa, you have to demonstrate a knowledge of at least B2 level in Italian language:

https://www.unipi.it/index.php/enrolment/itemlist/category/618-italian-language-certificate

For information about Pre-enrolment to Bachelor’s degree and enrolment, please visit the following pages: https://www.unipi.it/index.php/enrolment/itemlist/category/556-pre-enrollment-to-bachelor-s-degree-or-long-cycle-degree-programme

https://www.unipi.it/index.php/enrolment/item/18769-bachelor-s-degree-programmes-or-long-cycle-degree-programmes

For information about Fees and grants visit: https://www.unipi.it/index.php/tuition-fees-and-financial-support

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