{"id":78970,"date":"2024-02-21T11:56:00","date_gmt":"2024-02-21T10:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/?page_id=78970"},"modified":"2025-01-22T16:28:21","modified_gmt":"2025-01-22T15:28:21","slug":"foundation-year-of-gastronomic-sciences","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/en\/foundation-year-of-gastronomic-sciences\/","title":{"rendered":"Foundation Year of Gastronomic Sciences: Immerse Yourself in the Vibrant Italian Lifestyle While You Study!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"embed-responsive embed-responsive-16by9\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Foundation Year of Gastronomic Sciences\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/4Z5tgdVrYdY?rel=0&#038;showinfo=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h3><b>Your university journey in Italy begins between Tuscany and Piedmont\u2014two epicenters of Italian gastronomic culture. In your first year, you&#8217;ll learn Italian and live in two of the most picturesque regions known for their culinary excellence and romantic hills.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your initial months in Siena, a renowned Tuscan city and UNESCO heritage site, will expose you to landscapes like the Chianti hills and Piazza del Campo, along with art and museums symbolizing Italian heritage. Here, you can start your gastronomic adventure with dishes like <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ribollita<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">panforte<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ricciarelli<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! In the second half of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the year, you&#8217;ll move to Pollenzo in the Langhe, a distinguished wine district and another UNESCO site. Here, you&#8217;ll begin to absorb the atmosphere of the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Pollenzo (UNISG), a place steeped in history and now an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">international university!<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>Foundation Year<br \/>\n<\/b><\/h3>\n<h5>Pathway to Gastronomic Studies<\/h5>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-79160\" src=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/Foundation-Year-Brochure_ENG_1-1-e1709132267429.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1400\" height=\"566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/Foundation-Year-Brochure_ENG_1-1-e1709132267429.png 1147w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/Foundation-Year-Brochure_ENG_1-1-e1709132267429-300x121.png 300w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/Foundation-Year-Brochure_ENG_1-1-e1709132267429-1024x414.png 1024w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/Foundation-Year-Brochure_ENG_1-1-e1709132267429-768x311.png 768w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/Foundation-Year-Brochure_ENG_1-1-e1709132267429-800x324.png 800w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/Foundation-Year-Brochure_ENG_1-1-e1709132267429-400x162.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>The Foundation Year Program: Overview and Academic Structure<br \/>\n<\/b>The Foundation Year Program is a preparatory course taught in Italian. It targets students who wish to study at an Italian university. This program is particularly beneficial for students who have not completed 12 years of schooling and\/or meet other specific requirements for enrollment in an Italian university degree program, such as American students. This Foundation Year is designed to fully prepare students to meet the challenges of the UNISG curriculum.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This program is a nine-month course divided into two distinctive phases:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-79050\" style=\"color: #333333; font-size: 17px;\" src=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/logo_celestino.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"204\" height=\"118\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>UNISTRASI<\/b><b> (October &#8211; March): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Six months of immersive language and cultural education at the University for Foreigners of Siena, aiming to equip students with a robust B2 level of Italian proficiency. Extracurricular activities enhance the education, offering a comprehensive lifestyle experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-79017 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/patrick-schneider-Qackx5pq2ts-unsplash-1-scaled-e1708516176548.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1706\" height=\"981\" srcset=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/patrick-schneider-Qackx5pq2ts-unsplash-1-scaled-e1708516176548.jpg 1706w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/patrick-schneider-Qackx5pq2ts-unsplash-1-scaled-e1708516176548-300x173.jpg 300w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/patrick-schneider-Qackx5pq2ts-unsplash-1-scaled-e1708516176548-1024x589.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/patrick-schneider-Qackx5pq2ts-unsplash-1-scaled-e1708516176548-768x442.jpg 768w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/patrick-schneider-Qackx5pq2ts-unsplash-1-scaled-e1708516176548-1536x883.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/patrick-schneider-Qackx5pq2ts-unsplash-1-scaled-e1708516176548-800x460.jpg 800w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/patrick-schneider-Qackx5pq2ts-unsplash-1-scaled-e1708516176548-400x230.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1706px) 100vw, 1706px\" \/><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-79058\" src=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/logo_unisg_scritta_black_high-1-e1708532880861-238x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/logo_unisg_scritta_black_high-1-e1708532880861-238x300.png 238w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/logo_unisg_scritta_black_high-1-e1708532880861-811x1024.png 811w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/logo_unisg_scritta_black_high-1-e1708532880861-768x970.png 768w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/logo_unisg_scritta_black_high-1-e1708532880861-1216x1536.png 1216w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/logo_unisg_scritta_black_high-1-e1708532880861-1622x2048.png 1622w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/logo_unisg_scritta_black_high-1-e1708532880861-800x1010.png 800w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/logo_unisg_scritta_black_high-1-e1708532880861-400x505.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>UNISG <\/b><b>(April &#8211; June): <\/b>Three months of intensive introductory modules in gastronomic sciences at UNISG and a study trip to understand food studies&#8217; complexity.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-79009 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/unisg_mailchimp_header-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"505\" srcset=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/unisg_mailchimp_header-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/unisg_mailchimp_header-1-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/unisg_mailchimp_header-1-768x388.jpg 768w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/unisg_mailchimp_header-1-800x404.jpg 800w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/unisg_mailchimp_header-1-400x202.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Academic Objectives and Credits:<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The structured curriculum is developed to offer:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Italian Language and Culture Courses:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 24 Foundation Credits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Academic Writing Workshop: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 Foundation Credits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>CILS Certification: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 Foundation Credits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Specialized Tracks Tailored to Your University Course Selection: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Introduction to Gastronomic Sciences, including experiential activities like educational visits, tastings and a week study trip: 26 Foundation Credits\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">To have a more immersive experience, Foundation Year students will attend specific courses designed exclusively for them, plus some few courses chosen in the elective courses of the undergraduate program.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Morevoer it will be offered the possibility to attend some courses of the most interesting course held in the UNISG Master programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Final Examination:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 2 Foundation Credits<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Total Foundation Credits for Completion:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 60<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Linguistic Requirements and Outcomes:<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose from various entry and exit linguistic levels to best fit your needs:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Option A: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start at B1 and guarantee an exit level of B2 or higher.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Option B: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Begin at A2 and reach the B2 level by program end.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Option C: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter as an A1 level student or complete beginner, and leave with a solid B1.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Option D: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For students already at the B2 level, bypass language courses and start in February for a two-month stint in Siena.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to Apply:<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Email your Statement of Interest directly to <a href=\"mailto:segreteria@unisg.it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">segreteria@unisg.it<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application Window:<br \/>\n<\/b>We look forward to welcoming new students with application acceptance from January 15th to July 15th each year. If you are considering the accelerated option D, be sure to apply by November 30th.<\/p>\n<p><b>Admissions for Minors:<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minors may be admitted with the understanding that they will reach legal age by May 31st of the program completion year. A parental consent declaration and appointment of a legal guardian residing in Italy through the program are required until adulthood. No staff of the Universit\u00e0 per Stranieri di Siena can serve as legal guardians.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>Fees &amp; Financial Aid<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Initial Fee:<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirm your intention to enroll by paying an initial non-refundable fee of \u20ac1,000. This secures your official acceptance letter and places you within our esteemed circle of incoming scholars.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pricing for the course varies depending on the option you&#8217;re entering with. Below is a simple overview of the total cost for each option:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Option A: \u20ac21,200<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Option B: \u20ac21,800<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Option C: \u20ac22,000<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Option D: \u20ac14,000<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note that these fees cover the entirety of the course, including <\/span><b>your foundation year in Siena, the gastronomic studies at UNISG, and the costs of accommodation in both Siena and Bra.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Payments will be split between UNISTRASI and UNISG as per the instructions provided upon your acceptance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American students should note that upon their enrollment in the three-year degree program at UNISG, they may be eligible for American Financial Aid. This opportunity enhances access to our world-class educational offerings, mitigating financial barriers and encouraging a diverse student population passionate about gastronomy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For further information about the payment structure and process, please forward your inquiries to <a href=\"mailto:segreteria@unisg.it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">segreteria@unisg.it<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-78979 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A1807.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A1807.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A1807-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A1807-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A1807-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A1807-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A1807-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A1807-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Food Sciences and Cultures Program<\/b><\/h3>\n<h5><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Your Path to a Sustainable Food Future<\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\nThe University of Gastronomic Sciences in Pollenzo, established in 2004 by the international Slow Food movement, holds the prestigious title of being the world&#8217;s first and only university solely dedicated to food.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gastronomy is to understand food in its totality. Our unique approach combines theoretical learning with practical experiences, helping students understand diverse production realities and develop critical thinking. As a part of our community, you will be prepared to kickstart your career in the bustling food industry. At UNISG, students have the opportunity to pursue a <a href=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/en\/programs-admissions\/three-year-undergraduate-degree\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">three-year Bachelor&#8217;s degree program in Food Sciences and Cultures<\/a>. This interdisciplinary program views food and its impacts on society, the economy, and the environment as the key to an innovative and sustainable future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-78987 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/LT-infografica-ENG-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1400\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/LT-infografica-ENG-1.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/LT-infografica-ENG-1-300x143.jpg 300w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/LT-infografica-ENG-1-1024x488.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/LT-infografica-ENG-1-768x366.jpg 768w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/LT-infografica-ENG-1-800x381.jpg 800w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/LT-infografica-ENG-1-400x191.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Course Structure:<br \/>\n<\/b>The three-year program studies a range of subjects from both humanities and sciences, making gastronomic sciences a uniquely comprehensive course that blends theoretical learning with practical experiences. In the first year, the courses are taught in English, allowing for an easier transition for international students. From the second year onwards, the instruction shifts to primarily Italian, immersing students more fully in the country&#8217;s rich linguistic and cultural tapestry.<\/p>\n<div class=\"embed-responsive embed-responsive-16by9\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Undergraduate Degree in Food Sciences and Cultures\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/f-j8tETUgNY?rel=0&#038;showinfo=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-78995 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/IMG_5623_-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/IMG_5623_-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/IMG_5623_-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/IMG_5623_-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/IMG_5623_-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/IMG_5623_-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/IMG_5623_-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/IMG_5623_-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/IMG_5623_-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Experience Gastronomy Beyond the Classroom<\/b><\/h3>\n<h5><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Study Trips and On-Campus Culinary Adventures<\/span><\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A key distinguishing feature of our curriculum is the inclusion of comprehensive educational trips that are fully funded by the student\u2019s annual tuition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Study Trips: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over the span of three years, students undertake 15 trips focused on specific products or regions both in Italy and around the globe. Each excursion lasts 4 to 12 days, permitting students to delve into the gastronomic cultures of locales as diverse as Sicily, Campania, Spain, England, Kenya, Brazil, and Thailand.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>On-Campus Dining:<\/b><b> <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Th<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">e gastronomic exploration continues even on the university campus. Housed within a neo-Gothic castle, the Academic Tables serve as the UNISG&#8217;s dining hall, offering a dining experience more akin to a restaurant than a traditional university canteen. Here, students can savor dishes crafted with seasonal and sustainable products and sample recipes prepared by renowned cooks. This allows culinary theory to be experienced tangibly, enriching students&#8217; understanding of the field.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-79027 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A9712-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A9712-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A9712-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A9712-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A9712-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A9712-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A9712-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A9712-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/assets\/3D8A9712-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Meet Our Alumni:<br \/>\n<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/amber-bewick-unisg-alumna-creative-coordinator-at-a-californian-winery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Amber Bewich<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Creative Coordinator<br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/alumni-network\/stories\/katherine-harris-alumna-unisg-and-marketing-coordinator-helping-grocery-stores-reduce-food-waste\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Katherine Harris <\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Marketing Coordinator<br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/alumni-network\/stories\/laura-deoliveira-unisg-alumna-and-community-manger-at-good-food-foundation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Laura DeOliveira<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Community Manager<br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/en\/alumni-network\/stories\/meet-unisg-alumna-christina-gutierrez-williams-director-of-culinary-development-at-a-meal-delivery-company\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Christina Guti\u00e9rez-Williams <\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Director of Culinary Development<br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/en\/alumni-network\/stories\/alexandra-emanuelli-alumna-unisg-shares-her-experience-as-a-food-writer-and-editor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Alexandra Emanuelli <\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Food Writer and Editor<br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/old.unisg.oiss.io\/en\/alumni-network\/stories\/scott-thomas-alumnus-unisg-certified-wine-educator-and-italian-wine-ambassador-in-the-usa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Scott Thomas <\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Certified Wine Educator and Italian Wine Ambassador in USA<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>Path to Enrollment and Advanced Studies<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Entering the world of gastronomic sciences at the University of Gastronomic Sciences entails an immersive education that extends beyond classroom lectures and into the rich cultural fabric of Italy. Prospective students should be aware that an in-depth understanding and proficiency in Italian are not only beneficial but essential for academic courses, particularly in the second and third years of study.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Pathway to Advanced Gastronomic Studies:<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The journey to our esteemed three-year degree program is structured to ensure that all students are thoroughly prepared for the complexities of advanced gastronomic studies. Achieving this level of preparedness involves two essential steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Successful completion of the Foundation Year, an essential period of both academic and cultural enrichment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passing the UNISG entrance test with the required proficiency.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is crucial to highlight that the pathway to our three-year degree program is contingent upon the successful completion of the Foundation Year and the clearance of the entrance test to UNISG. This prerequisite ensures that students are adequately prepared and possess the proficiency to embark upon more advanced studies within the gastronomic sciences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your university journey in Italy begins between Tuscany and Piedmont\u2014two epicenters of Italian gastronomic culture. 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