Those interested in learning about the human body and human diseases may find programs in human biology fascinating. As a general study of the form and function of the body and its internal organs, classes in human biology can provide students with a basic understanding of physiology and disease.

Officially known as the Italian Republic, the country is found in southern Europe. The official language is Italian and the cultural rich capital is Rome. Many of the world's oldest universities are located in Italy, in particular the University of Bologna (founded in 1088). There are three Superior Graduate Schools with "university status", three institutes with the status of Doctoral Colleges, which function at graduate and post-graduate level.