Favoring the self-fulfillment of those who work and study at Politecnico through the promotion of physical, psychological and social well-being.
Fundamental to improving corporate welfare are care and attention to the people who make up the Athenaeum.
On the one hand, welfare services, on the other hand, the well-being of an organizational life that concerns the relationship between the person, the work and the organization as a whole.Feeling comfortable at the workplace today is essential: the well-being of an organizational life involves the relationship between the individual, the working activities and the organization as a whole. It is a relationship that includes both positive and negative aspects, which can affect people's well-being at work.
In order to create a real quality working life, Politecnico di Torino uses two main tools: the Survey on Organizational Well-being, coming in 2021 to its third edition and carried out with the scientific contribution of Departimento di Psicologia dell'Università di Torino, and the Counselling Service which offers free psychological support to all students and university staff.
With a view to well-being, also the buddy program and smart working have been activated.
Buddy program is a project, in its fourth edition, that involves scholarship students who carry out mentoring and support activities for “freshmen” as detailed here.
Smart working is a working option characterized by the absence of time or spatial constraints that helps workers reconcile life and work, at the same time, encourage the growth of its productivity. Politecnico di Torino was a pioneer in using this form of work organization among its employees, capturing, before the health emergency, a percentage between 15 and 20% of the technical and administrative staff members.
The Survey on the quality of organizational life has the aim of providing a frame of the organizational well-being of Politecnico through the analysis of the data, which are collected through a specific questionnaire, by the team of the Department of Psychology of the University of Turin. The questionnaire is submitted through an IT platform, which guarantees respect for privacy and the collection of data in aggregate form.
At its third edition in 2021, it is a survey activity aimed at collecting the perceptions of those who work and study at Politecnico di Torino on a combination of factors that define the quality of organizational life. The goal is identifying all elements that can affect the level of well-being of the people who work and study at Politecnico, by influencing it positively or negatively.
To access the Survey area reserved for you, please log in by clicking on the link below.
The Counselling service (Spazio di ascolto) is a service for the student community and staff of the Politecnico, directed at people experiencing psychological distress.
For the student community, it can be about issues in dealing with certain situations in their university experience, such as anxiety, lack of motivation, relational discomfort, difficulties in concentrating or organising time and study.
As far as TAB, teaching, research and fellowship staff are concerned, it can be a matter of becoming aware of and understanding their own emotional experiences regarding to the execution of their work and the inconveniences that may arise from it, and see possible solutions.
Listening, counselling and support are offered in complete confidentiality by staff with an extensive experience in psychology, thanks to the availability of the Department of Psychology of the University of Turin, which collaborates with the Politecnico in providing such a service.
Remote sessions are also possible: in this case, you will need to be equipped with a microphone and web cam for the sessions.
Requests will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
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| What it is | A psychological consultation session in a non-clinical context, encouraging - in many cases for the first time - to seek help even on non-academic issues. |
| What it can do | An initial interview in order to analyse the request, further investigate the reasons for the counselling request and direct towards the most appropriate form of treatment relating to the request. The offer includes up to five individual sessions geared towards the support, the development of resources and the identification of difficulties and critical issues related to adapting to university life. |
| What it cannot do | It does not deal with issues relating to university orientation, emergency situations (112) or those requiring psychiatric treatment (Health Service). |
| Main situations for which one can request a session | All those situations that can be addressed through the activation of psychological resources and appropriate coping strategies such as:
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| Who is it for? | The entire Politecnico community |
| Process and professional figures | The sessions made available (usually 5 at fortnight intervals) are held by psychologists who are qualified psychotherapy specialists from the Department of Psychology of the University of Turin. To access the counselling service, you must fill in the form at this link, indicating your mobile phone number and your institutional university email. In the following days - based on requests, waiting times may be longer, but normally after a few days - applicants will receive a message on their mobile phone indicating the time and day of their first telephone interview session with a psychologist. Following this first interview, the person will be assigned to a psychologist on the basis of their availability and the matters highlighted during the telephone interview. The cycle of 5 sessions is held online on Webex or Skype Other platforms may be used in agreement with the contacted psychologist. If you have any doubts and/or want to monitor the waiting times, you can write to: spazioascolto@unito.it. It is always necessary to check that the data entered in the form are correct and to check messages and e-mails regularly: due to the large number of requests, it is not possible to call back several times and the scheduled appointment lapses 48 hours after sending the e-mail. |
Service information and data
In this document (in Italian), you can read the data, updated to December 2024, which tell the story of the service and its progress in terms of the number of requests for the Counselling Service by type of applicant and by gender, the tool for the evaluation of outcomes and the actual evaluation of the service.
Passi@UniTo is a pilot project of Università di Torino, in which Politecnico di Torino participates. It aims to facilitate the presence and improve the process of academic insertion and local integration of international male and female students enrolled in the two universities, mainly from non-EU countries characterized by the use of educational, scholastic and social models that are culturally different from European ones.
Passi@PoliTo is a psychological counseling service that offers a space, in presence and remotely, for listening and understanding of practical difficulties and emotional issues that may arise during the course of studies and experience in Turin.
The service is free and bookable by appointment at passi@polito.it
Concerning the prevention and treatment of mental health problems experienced by people studying at Politecnico, a mental health counselling service is available, thanks to a collaboration between the Università degli Studi di Torino Neuroscience Department and the Politecnico di Torino.
The counselling service aimes to support off-site students who need continuity for therapeutic support for mental problems and/or need to begin a counselling pathway by a professional and possible follow-up care.
The process to access the service involves the following steps:
- firstly the person has to contact and be taken into care either by Spazio d’Ascolto (for Italian students) or by PASSI service (for foreign students);
- the mental health professional in charge of the case, after an appropriate assessment, if deemed necessary, starts a hospitalization process to the University Department of the Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria San Luigi Gonzaga Hospital;
- the reference professional put the person on the patient waiting list and, on the basis of the advancement of the list itself, a consultation pathway may begin;
- diagnosis and treatment take place, depending on the needs assessed on a case-by-case basis, at the outpatient services, the inpatient wards or the emergency department of the Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria San Luigi Gonzaga Hospital;
Dear student, how are you?
It is a question inviting you to take part in initiatives aimed at improving your quality of life, both academic and personal, offered through the SAMBA project (Health, Physical Activity, and Well-being Academy). This project is promoted by Politecnico di Torino with the involvement of the following universities and AFAM institutions as partners:
- Università degli Studi di Torino (lead institution)
- Università degli Studi di Scienze Gastronomiche
- Accademia Albertina di Belle Arti di Torino
- Conservatorio Statale di Musica “Giuseppe Verdi” di Torino
- Istituto Musicale Pareggiato della Valle d’Aosta
What it is
It is a project aimed at promoting psychophysical well-being and supporting in dealing with psychological and emotional distress among students through strengthening and creation of new dedicated services.
The initiatives include:
- Individual psychological support
- Psychological support, anxiety management and emotional regulation
- Assistance for students with study difficulties or Special Educational Needs (SEN)
- Counteracting addictions and behaviors harmful to health
- Art, food, selfawareness, and well-being workshops
- Physical and sports activities.
What it offers
A wide range of services designed for you, explore the SAMBA world!
Who it is aimed at
All students from the partner universities and AFAM institutions.
Where the activities take place
Many of the initiatives take place directly at Politecnico premises! You will find various dedicated activities, including:
- SUPERA Help Desk - Academic Success Support Desk
- Study Method Enhancement Course
- Study Anxiety Management Course
- Smartphone: Technique, Economy, and Power
And many others!
You can also take advantage of all the opportunities held at the other partner universities/AFAM institutions.
How to register
All activities are free—choose the one that best suits your needs!
To book a session with the SUPERA help desk, click here
To join the study method enhancement course or the study anxiety management course click here.
To participate in all other activities, visit the SAMBA website!
Project funded with the contribution of the Ministry of University and Research pursuant to D.D. No. 1159 of July 23rd, 2023 - PROBEN Call - Project PROBEN_0000010 “Health, Physical Activity and Well-being in Academia (S.A.M.B.A.)”
What it is
As part of the SAMBA project, Politecnico di Torino has launched SUPERA@POLITO, the Help Desk for academic success of Politecnico (a).
It’s a welcoming space where you can find support if you have problems studying and passing exams and would like advice on how to best deal with them, if you need help managing situations and emotions that put you in difficulty, but also if you have doubts about whether the chosen path is the right one for you.
Who it is aimed at
All PoliTO students
What it offers
An individual interview held at dedicated premises of Politecnico, starting from listening to your specific needs, you can be guided in choosing the service best suited to your needs, for example:
- Reinforcement courses on the small group study method
- Study anxiety management course
- Individual interviews at the Counselling service
- Individual interviews at PASSI@POLITO (for international students)
- Individual interviews at the Mental health counselling service
- Support programs for students with disabilities, specific learning disorders (SpLD), or special educational needs
- Individual orientation and reorientation paths
- Activities offered by the SAMBA project
How to request the service
The service is free: book an appointment by writing to supera@polito.it
(a) Project launched in close collaboration with the Università degli Studi di Torino
Project funded by the contribution of the Ministry of University and Research pursuant to D.D. No. 1159 of July 23rd, 2023 - PROBEN Call - Project PROBEN_0000010 “Health, Physical Activity and Well-being in Academia (S.A.M.B.A.)”
As part of the SAMBA project, Politecnico di Torino, in close collaboration with Università degli Studi di Torino, has launched two specific courses aimed at supporting students in their academic journey: one focused on the enhancement of the study method and the other on the management of anxiety.
Study Method Enhancement Course
What it is
An opportunity to acquire effective and personalized tools to optimize your learning skills. With a practical, interactive approach adapted to the specific needs of those who participate, you will be able to improve your organization and study planning.
Who it’s for
All PoliTO students
What it offers
The chance to:
- Develop study planning and organization skills
- Understand and enhance your learning style (metacognition)
- Learn targeted strategies to optimize your study habits
- Compare yourself in group work and guided reflection sessions
- Learn effective strategies to face exams
When
The course includes 7 sessions of 4 hours each, from May to September 2025 (4 editions available).
You can choose the day you prefer among:
- Wednesday afternoons (starting on 21st 05) – 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM – via Morgari (Room 5VM)
- Thursday afternoons (starting on 22nd 05) – 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM – via Morgari (Room 5VM)
- Saturday mornings (starting on 24th 05) – 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – corso Duca degli Abruzzi (Room 17/ room 19)
To view the full calendar of the 4 editions click here
Please note that the course is delivered in Italian
How to register
The service is free. Choose your preferred registration method:
- via Google Forms
- via Whatsapp 3666975268
- via Mail supera@polito.it
Course for the Management of Study-Related Anxiety
What it is
An opportunity to deal with anxiety related to lessons and exams, which can block your performance and prevent you from fully expressing what you know. With the support of qualified and experienced professionals, through individual interviews and group meetings, you will be able to better manage university stress and experience positive emotions for what you are passionate about.
Who it is for
All PoliTO students
What it offers
The chance to:
- Analyze anxiety to understand whether it is debilitating (true anxiety) or beneficial (anticipatory anxiety)
- Learn to tolerate anticipatory anxiety, recognizing it as a helpful ally that can boost focus and cognitive energy
- Mitigate and manage debilitating anxiety through practical techniques and strategies useful for studying and university life
- Discover the strength of the group and cooperation between fellow students, sharing emotions and experiences
When
The course includes 7 sessions of 2 hours each, from May to September 2025 (4 editions available).
You can choose the day you prefer among:
- Tuesday mornings (starting on 20th 05) – 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- Wednesday mornings (starting on 21th 05) – 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- Saturday mornings (starting on 24th 05) – 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
- Mixed edition (starting on 24th 05): Friday mornings – 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM – and Saturday mornings – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
All editions will be held at the Special Needs Study Room
To view the full calendar of the 4 editions click here
Please note that the course is delivered in Italian
How to register
The service is free. Choose your preferred registration method:
- via Google Forms
- via Whatsapp 3666975268
- via Mail supera@polito.it
Project funded by the contribution of the Ministry of University and Research pursuant to D.D. No. 1159 of July 23rd, 2023 - PROBEN Call - Project PROBEN_0000010 “Health, Physical Activity and Well-being in Academia (S.A.M.B.A.)”