Choosing the right place to live during your university education seems like a dilemma. Are you an outgoing person who enjoys being with others, or do you have a more reflective nature that seeks privacy and quiet?

We are here to help you make  the right decision  that will allow you to study and enjoy the course of your studies. To do so, we analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the two solutions under consideration,  the University campus on the one hand and  the shared flat  on the other.

University Campus: strengths

• Feeling safe 
  Choosing  a Campus means living in a more controlled and safe facility. Access to the residence is usually monitored by a Building Manager or staff at reception, who are always present or available if needed. So if you have a problem, someone can always help you!
• Not just rooms
  Campus life includes  numerous amenities  that are missing in a flat! First, there are common areas such as study rooms, meeting rooms or equipped spaces where you can concentrate, meet new people, and make friends. Then the gym or spaces to work out on small equipment or take a yoga class to let off steam after the busy days at university. Finally, relaxation areas to watch a film, chat with friends, and related services such as bars and laundries.
• Community benefits
  The Campus will make you feel part of a  community of students  who share values, interests, paths of study and personal growth, leading you to a life experience beyond the mere course of study.
  A big family with the same aspirations and the same issues!

University Campus: weaknesses

• Rules: Hate or love?
  If rules are a bit of a sticking point for you, consider that a campus is a  'shared' place  that belongs to everyone and, for that reason, has a set of rules that must be respected by those who want to be part of it! So, for example, there may be rules about return times, silence at certain times or hosting relatives and friends! So always ask first how a campus works.
• Watch out for distractions
  A university campus is  an 'inclusive' environment  that assumes a strong sense of togetherness but, on the other hand, can lead to easy distractions making you feel like you are on holiday with friends! Watch your priorities 😊

Our Campuses

If you are going to study in one of these cities -  Venice, Ferrara, Parma, Trieste, Siena, Bologna and Como  - you can choose a DoveVivo Campus where you will find modern and functional facilities, common areas, security, an international community, and a universe of services at your disposal. The latest ones are:

Campus San Giobbe in Venice: directly overlooking the Venetian lagoon, it is the ideal facility for Ca' Foscari University students. 230 beds in single rooms or to share with another person, a gym, lounge areas, a splendid rooftop with a view and a cafeteria-snack bar with cafeteria service.

Campus Chiozzino in Ferrara: completely renovated historical structure, it offers the charm of history and the comfort of a modern facility. So close to the historic centre and the main university sites, it is designed to suit your every need! 

But some people prefer a  shared flat; let's see why! Here are  the pros and cons  to help you work out which direction to take 😊

Shared flat: strengths

• Your privacy
  Life in a shared flat undoubtedly offers  more privacy  than the large campus community. Of course, you will always have to live with friends and flatmates, but you will feel more at home, perhaps in your first home since the one you grew up in!
• Independent at last!
  Your flat will not have rules dictated by the Campus. Of course, you will have to respect the directions you set for all roommates, but you will not have return times or be called upon to justify visiting friends or relatives. If you are free and independent, this solution is for you!

Shared flat: weak points

• So many responsibilities
  A weak point of living in a shared flat is strongly linked to  the responsibilities in managing the flat.  It takes maturity to keep the place you live in clean, to realize if something is not working, to intervene if a problem arises in the home... but this is the right time to do it and to put yourself to the test 😊
• Feeling lonely?
  Compared to the Campus community, those who live in flats may live a more isolated life! Of course, some can't wait to get to know their flatmates, but some have to overcome their shyness  and  make an effort to forge new relationships!

If you like the idea of a flat, visit DoveVivo website, where you will find hundreds of tailor-made solutions. Choose the city, the area, the price and how long you want to stay. We'll take care of the rest. We offer you an all-inclusive and transparent service that includes payment of bills, internet, maintenance of your home and 24/7 assistance, and all expenses and paperwork.

Choosing is easy; you can do everything from the website, and once you have confirmed your room, you will have the App to manage your entire home and your lease!

We hope the analysis was helpful, and don't worry... if you want to try another solution, your choice is temporary 😊