Italian Educational Institutions

Italian educational institutions include a structured system of schools and universities. Primary education (scuola primaria) lasts five years, followed by lower secondary (scuola secondaria di primo grado) for three years. Upper secondary education (scuola secondaria di secondo grado) offers various specialized schools like liceo, technical, and vocational institutes, typically completing at age 19. Higher education is provided by universities offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Italy’s system emphasizes a mix of academic, technical, and vocational training, preparing students for various professional paths. Education is primarily state-run, with private institutions also operating within the framework.