Facoltà Teologica di Torino

What Facoltà Teologica di Torino does

Facoltà Teologica di Torino is the Turin parallel section (Sezione parallela di Torino) of the Facoltà Teologica dell'Italia Settentrionale, a Catholic ecclesiastical university headquartered in Milan. It is operated by Fondazione Polo Teologico Torinese, a religious foundation housed in the Palazzo del Seminario Arcivescovile at Via XX Settembre, 83 in Turin. The institution offers a multi-tiered academic portfolio including the Ciclo Istituzionale (Baccalaureate in Theology), the Ciclo di Specializzazione in Teologia Morale Sociale, the Dottorato (approved November 2021), and the Istituto Superiore di Scienze Religiose (ISSR). Adjunct offerings include a Master in Bioethics with ECM accreditation for healthcare professionals, SOFIA-accredited teacher continuing-education courses, and high-level formation courses on artificial intelligence. It also operates the Biblioteca del Seminario Metropolitano — the largest ecclesiastical library in Piedmont, with origins dating to 1751-1752 — and a dedicated YouTube channel (TeologiaTorino) that live-streams and archives lectures, conferences, and book presentations.

The institution's revenue model rests on five streams: student tuition and registration fees across all academic cycles; the Italian state's 8 per mille allocation to the Catholic Church routed through the Archdiocese of Turin; diocesan and foundation contributions (including Fondazione CRT project funding); private donations and legacies; and SOFIA-platform teacher training revenue. The faculty explicitly states that tuition does not cover operating costs and that the Diocese of Turin subsidizes structural deficits. Pricing for tuition is not publicly disclosed and requires contacting the academic secretariat. Go-to-market is community-led and event-driven, relying on diocesan communications, public academic events, the institutional website, and live-streamed YouTube content. Core technology consists of the DI.SCI.TE. (Didattica delle Scienze Teologiche) course-management and student-communication platform, an online library catalog and digital resources portal, and the TeologiaTorino YouTube channel.

The institution's customer base comprises four primary segments: theology students and seminarians pursuing formal ecclesiastical degrees; Italian religion teachers (IRC) seeking SOFIA-accredited continuing education; auditors and lifelong learners attending individual courses or cultural events; and scholars and researchers using the library collections. Strategic academic and cultural partnerships include Università Pontificia Salesiana (joint academic events), Politecnico di Torino and Università di Torino (interdisciplinary conferences), Accademia Albertina di Belle Arti, ABEI (ecclesiastical library association), and the Ministry of Education's SOFIA platform. The institution currently operates with approximately 8 listed employees under the moderation of Cardinal Roberto Repole, Archbishop of Turin.

Name

Facoltà Teologica di Torino

Legal name

Fondazione Polo Teologico Torinese

Website

https://teologiatorino.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1700

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Facoltà Teologica di Torino is a Catholic theological faculty in Turin offering ecclesiastical degrees from baccalaureate to doctorate, plus teacher training and bioethics programs. It operates Piedmont's largest ecclesiastical library and serves theology students, religion teachers, and the local diocesan community.

Ownership category

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Product category

Higher Education / Theological Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131), Educational Services (611), Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions (7121)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Theological Universities & Pontifical Universities (EDAHAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ministerial Training Institutes (Clergy Formation) (EDAHAKAE), Teacher Professional Development & In-Service Training Institutes (EDAHAFAM)

Keywords

• Theological education
• Ecclesiastical degree programs
• Religious sciences institute
• Continuing education theology
• Academic theology research

Headquarters

HQ city

Turin

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Registration Fees: Primary revenue from student tuition fees and registration fees for the Ciclo Istituzionale, Ciclo di Specializzazione, Dottorato, and ISSR programs. Students can enroll in complete degree programs or attend individual courses as auditors.
2. 8 per mille State Contribution: Annual funding from the Italian state's 8 per mille allocation to the Catholic Church based on taxpayer designations. This contribution from the Diocese covers operational deficits as student fees do not cover all expenses.
3. Diocesan and Foundation Contributions: Funding from the Diocese of Turin and the Seminary of Turin entity, particularly for facility maintenance and compliance work. Additional support from Fondazione CRT for specific projects like cataloging of historical collections.
4. Donations and Legacies: Private donations, offerings, and bequests (lasciti testamentari) from supporters. IBAN provided for direct contributions to the Polo Teologico Torinese.
5. Teacher Training Courses (SOFIA Platform): Revenue from continuing education courses for teachers accredited on the Ministry of Education's SOFIA platform. Courses can be purchased with the 'Carta del Docente'. Additional courses open to the general public with fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Facoltà Teologica di Torino delivers ecclesiastical academic theological education through four degree programs (Ciclo Istituzionale, Ciclo di Specializzazione in Teologia Morale Sociale, Dottorato, and ISSR) plus continuing education offerings including the Master in Bioetica and SOFIA-accredited teacher training. It operates the Biblioteca del Seminario Metropolitano, the largest ecclesiastical library in Piedmont, and disseminates scholarship through the journal Archivio Teologico Torinese and the Studia Taurinensia and Rivista Diocesana Torinese publication series.

Product overview

Facoltà Teologica di Torino (Sezione parallela di Torino della Facoltà Teologica dell'Italia Settentrionale) is a theological academic institution offering a multi-level educational portfolio centered around theological studies. The core academic programs include the Ciclo Istituzionale (first-cycle theological studies leading to Baccalaureate), the Ciclo di Specializzazione in Teologia Morale Sociale (second-cycle specialization), the Dottorato (doctoral program), and the Istituto Superiore di Scienze Religiose (ISSR). Supporting the core programs are specialized offerings such as the Master in Bioetica, advanced bioethics courses, SOFIA-accredited teacher training courses, and AI-focused formation courses. The institution operates the DI.SCI.TE. platform for academic management and the Biblioteca del Seminario Metropolitano (the largest ecclesiastical library in Piedmont) as key service infrastructure. Scholarly output is disseminated through publications including Archivio Teologico Torinese, Studia Taurinensia, and Rivista Diocesana Torinese. Public engagement programs include 'Teologia Oggi' book presentations and the 'Smartbox Teologico' gift program.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ciclo Istituzionale First cycle of ecclesiastical academic theological studies leading to the Baccalaureate in Theology, equivalent to a first-level university degree, offered to seminarians, religious, and lay students.
• Ciclo di Specializzazione in Teologia Morale Sociale Second cycle of specialized theological studies focusing on moral and social theology, conferring the STB in Theology, an advanced academic ecclesiastical degree.
• Dottorato Doctoral program in theology, the highest ecclesiastical academic degree, offering doctoral research opportunities at the Turin section.
• Istituto Superiore di Scienze Religiose (ISSR) Higher Institute of Religious Sciences offering university-level religious education, with programs aimed at Religion teachers (IRC) and the general public.
• Master Universitario in Bioetica University-level master's program in bioethics, accredited with ECM credits for healthcare professionals, offered by the Specialization Cycle.
• Corsi di Formazione SOFIA Continuing education courses for Religion teachers accredited on the MIUR SOFIA platform, providing formative credits; seven courses offered annually, some payable with Carta del Docente.
• Corso 'Le sfide dell'intelligenza artificiale' High-level formation course examining AI's societal, technological, and theological implications; second edition to launch in 2026 with ten lessons from February to April.
• Corso 'Comunicare al tempo dell'intelligenza artificiale' Online formation course examining AI's challenges to communication, content creation, and communication dynamics, accredited on SOFIA platform.
• Biblioteca del Seminario Metropolitano The largest ecclesiastical library in Piedmont, open to the public Monday to Friday 10:00-18:00, with a reading room for 40 readers, catalog access, digital resources, and lending services.
• Archivio Teologico Torinese Semiannual scholarly theological journal published by the Facoltà Teologica di Torino, now in its 32nd year.
• Studia Taurinensia Scholarly publication series by the Facoltà Teologica di Torino contributing to theological research dissemination.
• Rivista Diocesana Torinese Diocesan theological journal of Turin published by the Facoltà Teologica di Torino.
• Smartbox Teologico Gift voucher allowing the recipient to enroll as an auditor in any semester course offered by the Institutional Cycle, Specialization Cycle, or ISSR.
• Alta Formazione in Bioetica High-level specialization programs in bioethics for continued academic and professional development, offered with ECM credits for healthcare professionals.

Quantifiable outcome

• Largest ecclesiastical library in Piedmont with continuous acquisitions

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration4 records

AI capability3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core, secondary and minor.

• Diocesi di TorinocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Facoltà is directly affiliated with the Diocese of Turin. The Archbishop serves as moderator of the Turin section. The Diocese provides ongoing financial support through the 8 per mille contributions and covers operational deficits.
• Polo Teologico TorinesecoreOthersThe Fondazione Polo Teologico Torinese (Tax Code 97784840015) is the legal entity that owns and operates the Via XX Settembre, 83 facility. It encompasses the Facoltà Teologica, ISSR, and the Biblioteca del Seminario Metropolitano.
• Facoltà Teologica dell'Italia Settentrionale (Milan)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Turin section is a parallel section (sezione parallela) of the Facoltà based in Milan. Academic programs and regulations are approved by the Milan headquarters. The Turin section offers additional local programs including the Dottorato.
• Università Pontificia SalesianacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint academic events including the annual 'Giornata interfacoltà' bringing together students and faculty of both theological institutions in Turin. Shared inauguration of academic years. Collaboration on study days and conferences.
• Seminario di TorinocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe seminary houses the Facoltà Teologica and Biblioteca in its Via XX Settembre building. Co-financing of facility maintenance and compliance work. Shared administrative resources.
• Politecnico di TorinosecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on interdisciplinary conferences including 'Biennale Tecnologia Off' events. Joint study days on science, philosophy, and theology topics. Publication of volumes on theology and science.
• Università degli Studi di TorinosecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on the 'Figure e aspetti degli studi religionistici a Torino' study day. Faculty participation from the University of Turin. Historical research collaboration.
• Accademia Albertina di Belle Arti di TorinosecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint cultural initiatives including the 'Vulnerabilis' exhibition and 'inAttesa' art exhibition. Collaboration on 'Passeggiate artistiche nella tradizione cristiana' video project. Art and theology dialogue programs.
• Diocesi di SusaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCollaboration with the Servizio di Comunicazione delle diocesi di Torino e Susa on digital communication initiatives.
• Ministero dell'Istruzione (SOFIA Platform)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorISSR courses accredited on the Ministry of Education's SOFIA platform for teacher continuing education. Allows teachers to use 'Carta del Docente' for payments.
• Ufficio Scolastico Territoriale di TorinosecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on research project 'La religione a scuola. L'abilitazione degli insegnanti laici nella diocesi di Torino (1923-1984)' funded by Regione Piemonte.
• Centro di conservazione e restauro 'La Venaria Reale'minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerStudents from the Centro's conservation and restoration program, in partnership with Università di Torino, restored the busts of illustrious figures in the Polo Teologico building (November 2025).
• Edizioni Nerbini (Florence)secondaryOthersPublisher of the Archivio Teologico Torinese since 2022, following the bankruptcy of previous publisher Edizioni Dehoniane of Bologna.
• Cinema Jolly di VillastelloneminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint cinema series 'Voci di adesso' (third edition 2025-2026), 'Storie e dialoghi di speranza', and 'La teologia va al cinema' for the Jubilee 2025. Part of ACEC circuit.
• Unione Romana Biblioteche ecclesiastiche (URBE)minorOthersListed as a useful link; the Biblioteca del Seminario is part of the ecclesiastical library network.
• Associazione dei Bibliotecari Ecclesiastici Italiani (ABEI)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerHosted the ABEI National Congress 2024 (June 12-14) on 'Comunicazione artificiale o artifici della comunicazione?' with over 100 ecclesiastical librarians attending.
• Archivio di Stato di TorinominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-hosted the presentation of 'La religione a scuola' research volume with ISSR and Ufficio Scolastico Territoriale.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Pontificia Facoltà Teologica San Bonaventura - Seraphicum: Franciscan pontifical theological faculty in Rome offering baccalaureate through doctorate in theology and philosophy. Comparable in scale and ecclesiastical accreditation but located outside Italy's northern theological cluster.
• Facoltà Teologica dell'Emilia-Romagna: Regional Italian pontifical theological faculty based in Bologna with parallel sections in Modena and Parma. Comparable in scope and program offering but operating in a different regional cluster.

Broad incumbents

• Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore: Italy's largest private Catholic university with a Faculty of Theology in Milan. A broader incumbent offering theology alongside a much wider portfolio of degree programs including medicine, law, and economics.
• Pontificia Università della Santa Croce: Opus Dei pontifical university in Rome offering theology, philosophy, canon law, and communication programs. A broader incumbent ecclesiastical university with a similar multi-cycle theological portfolio.
• Pontificia Università Gregoriana: Jesuit pontifical university in Rome offering theology degrees through doctorate, with broader portfolio (philosophy, social sciences, canon law). The established gold-standard comparator for any Italian ecclesiastical faculty.

Direct peers

• Facoltà Teologica dell'Italia Centrale: Parallel Italian theological faculty headquartered in Florence with the same ecclesiastical academic cycle structure. Direct peer in geography-of-coverage, program mix, and ecclesiastical accreditation model.
• Facoltà Teologica dell'Italia Settentrionale: The parent Faculty of Theology of Northern Italy headquartered in Milan; the Turin section is its parallel section. Offers the same ecclesiastical academic cycles (baccalaureate, specialization, doctorate) and shares faculty governance, making it the most directly comparable peer.
• Università Pontificia Salesiana: Pontifical Salesian University with a campus in Turin that co-hosts the annual 'Giornata interfacoltà' with the Facoltà Teologica di Torino. Both offer pontifical degrees in theology and share overlapping faculty and student audiences in Turin.
• Facoltà Teologica dell'Italia Meridionale: Sectioned Italian pontifical theological faculty headquartered in Naples (San Luigi section) and Capodimonte section. Offers the same ecclesiastical degree structure, serving as a southern-Italy direct peer.

Others

• Istituto Superiore di Scienze Religiose (ISSR) di Torino: The Higher Institute of Religious Sciences operated by the same institution. Peer in the sense of offering an overlapping but distinct academic track (lay/teacher formation versus priestly formation); included here as an internal-program benchmark.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@teologiatorino1327
• Facebookfacebook.com/teologiatorino
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/facolt%C3%A0-teologica-di-torino

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

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