If you have general questions regarding your academic career (enrolment, study plan, access to services and facilities, etc.), feel free to email welcomepoint@unime.it (or visit us) or the appropriate administrative office for assistance.
The University of Messina library system offers access to specialized libraries with physical and digital resources via the SBA portal. It provides study areas, computer stations, and group workspaces, while borrowing policies vary, with some materials restricted to on-site use.
The libraries are in each of the Unime campuses: Central Campus, Papardo Campus, Annunziata Campus, and Policlinico Campus. If you want to reserve a spot in one of the libraries, click on this link, choose the campus where you want to study and the date.
You will receive a confirmation email and can go to the selected library.
Opening hours, contacts, and address:
Click on the link, then click on your Polo under the red "Biblioteca" text at the bottom left.
Next, choose the relevant area to view opening hours, contacts, and addresses.
All students enrolled at the University of Messina can participate in sports activities and use the facilities offered by SSD UniMe by paying a 5-euro registration fee.
Available Sports Facilities
- Palestra Palazzo Mariani
- Cittadella-UniMe Sport Annunziata
Registration Steps
- Complete the Online Registration Form
- Access the form.
- Await Pre-Registration Approval
- The SSD UniMe Office will notify you promptly once your pre-registration is approved.
- Medical Certificate
- Submit a valid medical certificate of fitness for non-competitive sports activities (required for sports services and other non-competitive activities) or a medical certificate of fitness for competitive sports activities (required for participation in competitive activities).
- Finalize Registration
- After receiving approval, visit the SSD UniMe Central Office at the University Sports Complex to complete your registration.
Important Notes
- One Activity Per Day: Each student may attend only one activity per day.
- Courses with Limited Access: If your course has limited slots, book your sessions through the online platform.
- Renting Sports Fields: Sports fields can be rented by completing and submitting the form available here.
- Download the Ersu Messina App
- To access the canteen, you need to download the Ersu Messina app.
- Log in with Your Credentials
- Log in to the app using the credentials.
- Upload a Photo
- Once logged in, upload a photo to your profile. This step is necessary.
- Payment of Meals
- If you have a scholarship: Meals at the canteen will be free.
- If you haven’t received your scholarship yet: You will need to pay for meals until your scholarship is awarded. You can add funds to your account on the Ersu website; the balance will appear on the app and will be deducted each time you take a meal.
- Check Prices and Balance on the Ersu App
- On the app, you can view your available balance and meal prices before making a purchase.
- Canteen Locations and Operating Hours
- The University of Messina has four canteens across different campuses:
- Central Canteen and Annunziata Canteen: open 7 days a week.
- Papardo Canteen and Policlinico Canteen: open Monday to Friday.
- Service hours:
- Lunch: 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Dinner: 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Note for Policlinico Canteen: This location is open only for lunch. Students needing dinner service may go to the Central Canteen.
- The University of Messina has four canteens across different campuses:
The Genius Card UniME was created through an agreement between the University of Messina and Unicredit Bank to provide students with a free and multi-service prepaid card.
Key Features of the Genius Card
- University Services Access: Functions as an electronic ID for accessing services provided by UniME.
- Banking Services: Acts as a tool for conducting banking transactions.
How to Obtain the Genius Card UniME
- Book an online appointment
- Visit a Unicredit Branch
- Go to any Unicredit branch in person, bringing a valid identification document and proof of payment for your enrollment and/or registration fee.
- Sign the Contract
- You’ll be required to sign a contract with Unicredit to initiate the card issuance process.
- Receive Your Card
- The card can be taken by going to the branch have made the account (approximately 10 days after signing the contract).
With the Genius Card UniME, students gain both convenient access to university services and a secure banking tool at no additional cost.
Your institutional email (codicefiscale@studenti.unime.it) grants access to the Esse3 portal (class schedules, study plans, payments) and free Microsoft Office tools like Outlook, Teams, and Word, while also offering discounts on services like Spotify.
Generally, during your first login to ESSE3, you will be prompted to change your password. If you encounter issues accessing the system, follow these steps: go to "Login," select "Ateneo," and enter your credentials. If your data is invalid, click "Reset Password." A banner will appear where you can input your username (your Codice Fiscale) as indicated in the welcome letter (which contains your username and password).
Note: You will receive an email at the personal address you provided to Unime during enrollment. The process takes about ten minutes. Once you receive the email, use the provided password to log in to Esse3 and then change your password.
In your personal Esse3 area, you can also check the calls for applications to make sure you don't miss any opportunities. Log in to Esse3, then go to Menu and select Calls for Applications to access them, or visit the Website.
To take exams, students must register online through their personal page on the ESSE3 platform or App UniME. Go to “Exams Calendar”, choose relevant exam and date and subscribe.
We inform you that it is possible to book the exams on ESSE3 up to two days before the start of the chosen exam.
The academic year is divided into two semesters. In general, you can take university exams during the sessions scheduled by your degree program. At the University of Messina, exam sessions typically occur in three main periods:
- Winter session (January-February)
- Summer session (June-July)
- Autumn session (September)
Exams can be taken at the end of the course attended. Some programs also offer extra sessions for working students, graduating students, or those who are behind schedule. Check Unime’s academic calendar (through Esse3 Unime Cineca or AppUnime) or your department’s website for the exact dates and to confirm eligibility for these special sessions.
Changing the degree program for an international student is possible only starting from the second year onward.
The steps to change your program are as follows:
- Regularly enroll in the second year by paying the enrollment fee of €156.
- Fill out the following form.
- Send the form to protocollo@unime.it.
- After approximately two weeks, go to the "Payments" section on Esse3 and pay €26 via PagoPa or by going to a tobacco shop.
Note: You can get in contact with the Welcome Point office to be assisted in the procedure.
The transfer to another university for an international student is possible starting from the second year.
The steps to change your university are as follows:
Regularly enrol in the second year by paying the enrollment fee of €156.
Fill out the following form
Send the form to protocollo@unime.it.
After approximately two weeks, go to the “Payments” section on Esse3. Pay € 116 if the transfer is to another university for the same degree program. If the transfer is to a different degree program at another university, pay € 116 + € 26.
Note: You can get in contact with the Welcome Point office to be assisted in the procedure.
Here’s how to access the ERSU scholarship:
Go to ERSU Messina’s website, click on “Portale Studenti,” then log in to the platform using your credentials. Then, select the call for applications, such as “Borsa di studio 2024/2025.”
Check “Call for application” of the relevant academic year to find out more about the deadlines, application procedure and required documents.
Tuition fees are determined based on the student's financial situation. To calculate this, students must submit an ISEE document. This document is created upon arrival in Messina at a CAF office, using two required documents from their home country:
- Financial income certificate – This can be provided by the student's parents or the student (if independent), showing yearly income.
- Family composition certificate – A document outlining the student's family structure.
Both documents must be translated and apostilled.
Once submitted, the ISEE document places the student into a specific tax bracket. Based on this, the tuition fees are automatically calculated by the system.
Additionally, a mandatory enrollment fee of €156 is required annually. The remaining tuition amount will be calculated based on the student's financial situation.
For more details, please refer to: University Fees Information.
No, students are due to attend lectures in presence.
international non-EU students with a pending visa status (as indicated on the Universitaly portal) are temporarily permitted to attend classes online (until December 31st) A link to access the virtual room will be sent to the email address provided on the Universitaly portal. Once the visa is issued, the option to attend online classes will no longer be available.
For further details about virtual classes, please contact the Degree Programme Coordinator at this link (https://international.unime.it/study-us/english-programmes).
To access the Teams link for a specific course, you can either look it up here or email the professor directly, who will assist you in joining the Teams chat.
The agreement between the Public transportation company ATM and UniME aims to provide new schedules, especially coordinated with class start and end times, and to ensure the smooth operation of established routes. This initiative supports and promotes sustainable mobility throughout the city of Messina.
Key Bus Lines by Campus
- Annunziata Campus:
- Lines: 22, 22 bis, 23, and line 23 U (operating from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.)
- Papardo Campus:
- Lines: 24, 24/, 31, 32, 33 bis, and 39A
- Central Campus (Station – Lecture Halls – Botanical Garden – Gravitelli Student Residence):
- Lines: 16, 16 bis, 16/, and 33, 1 Shuttle, 22
- Policlinico Campus:
- Line: 36, 1 Shuttle, 22
Find Your Schedule
For more details on schedules:
- Visit the page.
- Click on ‘Timetable’ for the campus you wish to reach.
This collaboration ensures convenient and sustainable transport options for UniME students!
To obtain or renew the ATM subscription, log into your Esse3 Unime profile, go to the "Menu" at the top right and click on "Initiatives and Announcements." Then, click the “PRIMA ATTIVAZIONE ABBONAMENTO ATM studenti UNIME” icon to activate it or “RINNOVO ABBONAMENTO ATM studenti UNIME” to renew it.
After this procedure, you will be able to see the sum of €30 in the “Payments and Fees” section, which you can pay via PagoPA. Alternatively, by clicking on “Print,” you will obtain a QR code that can be used for payment at a tobacconist or through the app you use for your bank account.
Once ATM S.p.A. staff have received the application, they will carry out the necessary checks and approve the request. If it is a first issuance, the card can be collected at any ATM company box (Cavallotti, Zir, Annunziata, and Front Office La Farina). In case of a renewal, the subscription will be automatically loaded onto the existing card.
The University of Messina offers the Student Ambassador Programme to facilitate peer-to-peer interactions with prospective students. Through this program, our Student Ambassadors and Staff Buddies can help answer your questions on a range of topics, including:
- Academic programs and courses
- Application procedures
- Scholarships and fees
- Student life in Messina
- Any other questions you may have about UniME
How to Use the Chat
- Click on this link.
- Choose an ambassador.
- Click on ‘chat with’ to start a conversation.
This program is designed to provide personalized support and insights directly from UniME students and staff.