University of Parma expands digital learning with EDUNEXT videos and new Scientific Communication master

On 29 July 2026 the University of Parma released online videos presenting its four EDUNEXT courses, part of a national initiative that blends traditional and digital teaching. The programme, which unites 34 universities and five artistic institutions, serves roughly 700,000 students and 25,000 faculty and staff. The advertised courses are Global Studies for Sustainable Local and International Development and Cooperation, a mostly‑distance Management Engineering programme (new for 2026‑27), Organizational, Digital and Administrative Innovation for public administration, and Sports Science and Management (new for 2026‑27).

The university also announced enrolment for its 2026‑27 Master in Scientific Communication (CoSE). The fully online master, limited to 70 participants, is taught by 85 leading experts, including course president Susanna Esposito and professor Stefano Caserini. Applications close on 5 October 2026. The curriculum aims to equip scientists, journalists, health professionals and researchers with skills to design and manage effective science‑and‑health communication strategies.