The Clinical, Social and Intercultural Psychology degree programme is a versatile and unique programme. Its emphasis on both clinical and social/cultural aspects of psychology is rare although useful in modern-day society. With globalization and high mobility of people our world is becoming more and more interconnected which is why the impact of culture on psychological functioning should not be ignored. One of the biggest strengths of this course is how multicultural the class is, which adds great value to class conversations combined with the theoretical framework and tools provided by professors.

I personally loved the Psychology of Inclusion and Social Sustainability course which brought together a previous interest of mine in this topic, clear new information about it and great practical examples of interventions promoting inclusion. Additionally, I found the Personnel Psychology and Cross-Cultural Issues course practical and interesting

During my Bachelor’s degree I completed my internship with Professor U. Moscardino and other colleagues, by taking part in a cultural adaptation process of a psychosocial intervention called “The Identity Project”. The project was furthermore the topic of my final dissertation. Now, during my Master’s degree I am participating in an Erasmus+ project promoting open and inclusive educational resources.

I would 100% recommend studying at the University of Padova. To best enjoy the experience I would recommend learning some Italian before coming to Italy and continuing while here. This will help you on a daily basis but also it will definitely help you to enjoy more and make the most of the experience.

The student life in Padova is lively and there are bars, cafes and restaurants in every corner. For me the best sensation is to sit down in a central bar with some friends, have a coffee or a cold drink and just relax, enjoy the atmosphere, the people passing by and the company. The centre is quite small so you can walk or bike anywhere which saves time but also offers a great possibility to feel the charismatic vibe of Padova, the Italian dream.
My favourite places in the city are the Tre Quarti bar in Piazza della Frutta (heart-warming place at any time of the day with lovely staff always ready to greet you with a smile a and match your cravings), Prato della Valle (great for picnics, a walk with a friend or a workout), Piazza dei Signori (sitting in one of the many bars and just enjoying the vibe and the beautiful astronomical clock), Parco Iris (a big park suitable for picnics, walks, reading a book, working out etc.) and Euganean Hills (Colli Euganei in Italian) which are located only 15km from Padova and are a great place for hiking, to enjoy nature and stunning views.