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University of Salento

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801–1000th in World University Rankings 2026
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About the University of Salento

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The University of Salento, with its strong academic reputation and its beautiful Apulia setting, was established in 1955.

Its youth might be seen as something of a strong point, as the university characterises itself as young and dynamic in its approach to teaching.

The university’s faculties are Economics, Engineering, Law, Education, Political and Social Sciences, Humanities, Language and Cultural Heritage, and Mathematics.

A broad range of courses are on offer, most in Italian, with a selection in English.

Internationalisation is a key aim of the university. The University of Salento prides itself on providing a nurturing environment for international students, and Its student welcome centre is managed by ex-students. The centre offers a place to work or just socialise.

The university has more than 130 Erasmus partners and 50 cooperation agreements with other universities, exchanging staff and students and collaborating in research.

Two museums are located on the university campus. The Museo Papirologico contains research on Egyptology, while the Museo Storico Arceologico houses a collection of antiquities that is one of the area’s top tourist attractions.

Lecce, the city in which the university is based, is a fascinating Baroque city rich with Greek influence. Its stunning architecture gives it its nickname: “the Florence of the South”. There are beaches within 30 minutes’ drive of the university campus.

There are three major festivals in Lecce each year, respectively celebrating film, music, and the local patron saint, Oronzo.

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Key Student Statistics

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Student gender ratio
62 F : 38 M (1)
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International student percentage
3% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
23.5 (1)
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Student total
14502 (1)

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New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi


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ADELAIDE UNIVERSITY

Adelaide University

Australia, Adelaide

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Adelaide University

Australia, Adelaide


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$81,293 - $109,307 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

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AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (ANU)

The Australian National University

Australia, Canberra

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The Australian National University

Australia, Canberra


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$107,850 to $113,252 per annum plus 17% superannuation

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Research Assistant (in the area of Rehabilitation of Older Adults) - BT

SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SIT)

Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Singapore

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Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Singapore


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LINGNAN UNIVERSITY

Lingnan University

Hong Kong, Tuen Mun

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Lingnan University

Hong Kong, Tuen Mun


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Salary

Competitive

Posted

25 May 2026

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Subjects Taught at the University of Salento

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Arts and Humanities

  • Archaeology
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • Civil Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Agriculture and Forestry
  • Biological Sciences
  • Sport Science

Medical and Health

  • Medicine and Dentistry

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Geography
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Sociology