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Gustolab Food Systems & Sustainability

by: Gustolab International Food Systems and Sustainability

9.44 (9)

If you’re a certified ‘foodie’, you will love to enroll in any of our programs and courses at Gustolab International Food Systems and Sustainability (GLi). Take one or more of our cluster course offerings depending on your area of study or interest. Since our first program in Food and Culture in Italy was launched in 2005 this field of study has increased in importance and become fundamentally i...

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Program Highlights

Combine the study program with an internship of your choice within the areas of food and wine journalism, Mediterranean diet, the coffee culture of Italy, and more.

Enjoy an unparalleled study abroad experience with us!

Participate in daily Italian life and immerse in a unique environment.

Visit various neighborhoods, markets, restaurants, and other places.

Take part in course-related fieldwork, excursions, workshops, and other activities.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Rome, Italy
Availability
Year(s) Offered2025Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Agriculture
  • Anthropology
  • Architecture
  • Business
  • Communications
  • See more
Guidelines:
  • American
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian
  • South African
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Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

9.44

Total Reviews

9

Enriching educational experience

by: Gina Miklasz - United StatesProgram: Gustolab Food Systems & Sustainability
8

I had the amazing opportunity to visit Rome over this past spring break for a study abroad program with Gustolab. This week was everything I could have asked for in the trip and far more. We utilized every second we had to explore Rome and learn about food businesses in the area. From vineyard trips to agritourism farms, I got to see these businesses upfront and get a hands on experience while hearing from the owners and experts in the industry. I was always so excited for the next store/farm/re...

Wine tastingBreakfast before orientationUrban farm visit/tasting

An eye-opening experience!

by: Sami Harvey - United StatesProgram: Gustolab Food Systems & Sustainability
10

Studying in Rome with GustoLab exceeded all of my expectations. As someone who had never traveled to outside of the US/Canada, I was absolutely blown away by everything this program had to offer. GustoLab helped fully immerse their students into Italian culture teaching us everything we need to know to thrive in the beautiful city. I have a completely new perspective on the world as a whole as well as food culture and sustainability. I needed this experience to open my eyes to different cultures...

An amazing experience!

by: Elizabeth Cole - United StatesProgram: Gustolab Food Systems & Sustainability
10

Gustolab Internation is such a unique study abroad program. If you are interested in food, sustainability or the culture of Italy, this is the right program for you. The classes are very informational, and most classes are out within the city of Rome, instead of in the classroom. Because of this, I went to a variety of places I would have never found on my own. Plus, Gustolab allows you to participate in very unique events such as hackathons and conferences. The housing proved was in the heart ...

ColosseumFood made in cooking classWater buffalo

Program Details

Learn all the nitty gritty details you need to know

Locations

  • Rome, Italy

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Agriculture
  • Anthropology
  • Architecture

Availability

Years Offered: 2025

Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • American
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Language Lessons
  • Cultural Training / Program / Orientation

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Independent living

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Disciplinary Clearance Form
  • Letters of Reference
  • Resume
  • Written Application

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