University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli

The University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, formerly known as the Second University of Naples, is a university located in the southern Italian region of Campania. It offers a diverse array of courses to its students, spanning from Medicine to Architecture, from Industrial Design to Music. It was established in 1992 and boasts about 30,000 students.

Overview

The University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli is named after Luigi Vanvitelli, a prominent Italian architect. Established in 1992, the university has grown rapidly in the following decades, attracting students from all around Italy and beyond because of its wide array of courses. The university is divided into multiple departments including Architecture, Mathematics, Physics, and Natural Sciences, Medicine and Surgery, Economics, as well as Political Sciences, among others. The University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli is noted for its scientific research across various fields. In addition, it is linked to several hospitals, which makes it a leading institution in terms of medical studies and practice. The university's personality, just like its namesake, is marked by its innovative spirit, a trait that is reflected in its numerous interdisciplinary programs and initiatives. Its main campus is located in the city of Caserta, but it has multiple facilities spread out across the region. The university's role as a leading institution of learning has helped boost the region's scientific and cultural level and also provides a significant contribution to its socio-economic development.