UWC Adriatic
The area north of Trieste experienced great bloodshed at the time of World War I and the Second World War brought further political and ethnic divisions to this part of Europe - a meeting place of Germanic, Latin and Slav cultures. By entering this arena of ethnic and historical complexity, UWC Adriatic has embraced an educational role of highly-charged political meaning and stepped into a world of extraordinary cultural diversity. For these very reasons the regional government of Friuli Venezia Giulia and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs backed the project from the outset and remain the College’s main stakeholders.
Established in 1982, UWC Adriatic brings together over 180 students from more than 80 countries for the final two years of their high school education. Inspired by the ideas of the German educationalist Kurt Hahn, the UWC movement aspires to make education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future.
Life at our residential school can be demanding and truly transformational. Living in rooms of 2, 3 or 4 students in one of our 7 residences scattered throughout the village, co-curricular life is at the heart of the UWC Adriatic experience, with a particular emphasis on service to others. Eighty percent of our students are non-native English speakers yet all study towards the full International Baccalaureate diploma in English. All students also study Italian. With all our teachers living in the village as well and acting as personal and residence tutors, we are a very tight knit community.
Thanks to the ongoing generous support of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Region of Friuli Venezia Giulia, National Committees and other public and private sponsors, all the students who attend the UWC Adriatic do so regardless of their ability to pay. Selections are carried out by UWC National Committees throughout the world who look for applicants of promise and potential – those who are committed to making a difference in their communities and the world. The result is a truly diverse school population both culturally and socio-economically. We are committed to making every opportunity accessible to all our students.
The village we live in: Duino
Unlike several other UWCs, UWC Adriatic is not enclosed in a campus, rather its residences, academic building, laboratories, library etc. are scattered throughout the village. Duino Castle appears in all its majesty at the center of the village, with the ruins of the Old Castle next to it. The College’s Administration building, canteen (“Mensa”), library and Auditorium are located beside the castle and the residence Foresteria was formerly property of the castle owners.
As an enchanting seaside village, Duino has the Porto: a beautiful pier looking out upon the striking Adriatic Sea. Woods surround Duino and are ideal for jogging or walks. The famous "Rilke Path”, named after the poet Rainer Maria Rilke (Bohemian-Austrian poet) starts just in front of the Foresteria residence.
The village is located between two cities (Monfalcone and Trieste) which are easily accessible thanks to an efficient bus service. The village has several small shops for daily needs but these larger cities offer a much wider variety and lower prices as well as several cultural attractions. There are many interesting places reflecting the beautiful nature and historical heritage of Italy in the vicinity, such as Venice, Padova, Aquileia and Grado.
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Established in 1982, UWC Adriatic brings together over 180 students from more than 80 countries for the final two years of their high school education. Inspired by the ideas of the German educationalist Kurt Hahn, the UWC movement aspires to make education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future.
Life at our residential school can be demanding and truly transformational. Living in rooms of 2, 3 or 4 students in one of our 7 residences scattered throughout the village, co-curricular life is at the heart of the UWC Adriatic experience, with a particular emphasis on service to others. Eighty percent of our students are non-native English speakers yet all study towards the full International Baccalaureate diploma in English. All students also study Italian. With all our teachers living in the village as well and acting as personal and residence tutors, we are a very tight knit community.
Thanks to the ongoing generous support of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Region of Friuli Venezia Giulia, National Committees and other public and private sponsors, all the students who attend the UWC Adriatic do so regardless of their ability to pay. Selections are carried out by UWC National Committees throughout the world who look for applicants of promise and potential – those who are committed to making a difference in their communities and the world. The result is a truly diverse school population both culturally and socio-economically. We are committed to making every opportunity accessible to all our students.
The village we live in: Duino
Unlike several other UWCs, UWC Adriatic is not enclosed in a campus, rather its residences, academic building, laboratories, library etc. are scattered throughout the village. Duino Castle appears in all its majesty at the center of the village, with the ruins of the Old Castle next to it. The College’s Administration building, canteen (“Mensa”), library and Auditorium are located beside the castle and the residence Foresteria was formerly property of the castle owners.
As an enchanting seaside village, Duino has the Porto: a beautiful pier looking out upon the striking Adriatic Sea. Woods surround Duino and are ideal for jogging or walks. The famous "Rilke Path”, named after the poet Rainer Maria Rilke (Bohemian-Austrian poet) starts just in front of the Foresteria residence.
The village is located between two cities (Monfalcone and Trieste) which are easily accessible thanks to an efficient bus service. The village has several small shops for daily needs but these larger cities offer a much wider variety and lower prices as well as several cultural attractions. There are many interesting places reflecting the beautiful nature and historical heritage of Italy in the vicinity, such as Venice, Padova, Aquileia and Grado.
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