Theological faculty of Northern Italy

The Theological Faculty of Northern Italy is a Catholic academic institution housed in a monastery adjacent to the Basilica of St Simplician in central Milan. It offers five-year bachelor degrees and master programs in theology, providing structured education and research opportunities for students preparing for religious ministry.

The institution was established in 1938 as a center for theological education in Northern Italy. It was created to meet the need for trained religious leaders across the ecclesiastical regions of Piedmont, Lombardy, Venice, and Liguria.

The faculty serves as a meeting point for future priests and theologians from surrounding regions who gather to study and prepare for religious leadership. Visitors can sense the deep connection between the monastery and the adjacent basilica, creating a cohesive spiritual and academic community.

The location is central to Milan and easily accessible by public transport, especially given its proximity to the basilica and adjacent religious sites. Access to certain areas may be limited outside regular hours, so visitors should check availability before planning a visit.

The monastery operates under the joint supervision of bishops from four different regions, an unusual administrative arrangement for an academic institution. This collaborative structure reflects the wide territorial reach that the faculty serves beyond Milan itself.