The University of Parma is a State University conducting didactic and research activities at a national level. The University of Parma currently boasts about 25,000 students and 1,800 teaching and staff workers.

The University offers a rich course catalogue of more than 80 degree courses, including First Cycle, Second Cycle and Single Cycle degree courses, as well as Postgraduate Schools, Specialisation Courses and Master Programmes. Such activities are coordinated by 9 Departments: Department of Chemistry, Life Sciences and Environmental Sustainability; Department of Economics and Management; Department of Engineering and Architecture; Department of Humanities, Social Sciences and Cultural Industries; Department of Law, Politics and International Studies; Department of Mathematical, Physical and Computer Sciences; Department of Medicine and Surgery; Department of Veterinary Science; Food and Drug Department.