Realgymnasium Bozen and Fachoberschule für Bauwesen 'Peter Anich' Bozen operate on Campus Fagen in Bolzano, sharing two buildings, two libraries, and a courtyard. The Realgymnasium offers Allgemeine Richtung with Applied Natural Sciences, while the Fachoberschule provides Bauwesen with specialisations in Bauwesen, Raumplanung, Umwelt, including Geotechnik and Holzbau. On-site laboratories support practical science and engineering projects, with students presenting results in Laborversuche. The English-language International Class began in September 2024 and centers on Applied Natural Sciences, integrating Design (Digital Technologies and Technical Drawing) and Arts (Theater and Visual Arts) into the curriculum. The campus was authorized for the IB Middle Years Programme on June 10, 2026, with Diploma Programme candidacy, and offers Auslandsjahr and Zweitsprachjahr opportunities within a three-year plan (2023/24–2025/26). Campus Fagen is a Climate School with a climate team and sustainability initiatives, and multilingualism is promoted through Day of Languages and links with local firms via Day of Betriebe.
Location
Fagen Street 10, 39100 Bolzano, Italy
Stages
Two upper secondary schools: Realgymnasium Bozen and Fachoberschule für Bauwesen 'Peter Anich' (Realgymnasium Bozen with Applied Natural Sciences orientation; Fachoberschule für Bauwesen 'Peter Anich' with Bauwesen, Raumplanung, Umwelt; Geotechnik; Holzbau)
Support and assistance programs available (Förderangebote).
Country affiliation
Italy (South Tyrol).
Curriculum
The Realgymnasium Bozen and Fachoberschule für Bauwesen "Peter Anich" Bozen offer two linked programs on a single campus. The Realgymnasium provides Allgemeine Richtung with Angewandte Naturwissenschaften (Applied Natural Sciences). The Fachoberschule offers Bauwesen with specialisations in Bauwesen, Raumplanung, Umwelt, including Geotechnik and Holzbau. An INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM is available, together with Orientierung 16+. The curricula are defined by FC Realgymnasium and FC Fachoberschule für Bauwesen, implemented under a three-year plan (Dreijahresplan) for 2023/24–2025/26, and include Auslandsjahr and Zweitsprachjahr opportunities.
Exam Results
The school is a Cambridge English Qualifications preparation centre from August 2023 to July 2024, preparing learners for Cambridge English Qualifications.
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Small learning community with close teacher support.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Specialized support and assistance are available; ZIB (Center for Information and Counseling) provides information and guidance.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the main language of instruction; German, Italian and English are valued equally with a strong focus on language and literature.
Mental Wellbeing
Close teacher support within a small learning community supports student wellbeing.
History
Campus Fagen is the joint campus housing Realgymnasium Bozen and Fachoberschule für Bauwesen 'Peter Anich' in Bozen. In September 2013, the Realgymnasium and the Geometerschule were merged on the Campus Fagen site, and the buildings were renamed A, B, and C after renovations that began in 2008. Renovation created two staff rooms, two cafeterias, and two large libraries. The English-language International Program began in September 2024; Campus Fagen was authorized for the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) on June 10, 2026, with Diploma Programme candidacy, and Klimaschule certification was awarded on May 31, 2024. In October 2023 the school celebrated ten years as Campus Fagen and unveiled a new logo and vision.
Community
The Campus Fagen community includes students, teachers, alumni and families. On October 6, 2023, the Schulgemeinschaft celebrated Campus Fagen with alumni, parents, sponsors and officials to present the new logo and vision, with student performances and a retrospective. The school emphasizes multilingual, STEM-focused education through the International Program and hosts ongoing projects and events that involve the wider community. The Freundeskreis (Friends' Circle) supports community life by connecting graduates with the world of work and with current students.
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Freundeskreis is a voluntary association for Realgymnasium Bozen and FOB Peter Anich. It addresses the needs of students, parents and teachers and raises funds to support the Fachoberschule für Bauwesen. It fosters connections between alumni and the working world, and coordinates actions with the school to promote student opportunities. The association has organized annual events such as the Geometer Ball in Meran and information sessions for students and maturants, and it has supported initiatives such as donated laptops and other resources for the FOB.
Facilities Overview
Campus Fagen comprises two buildings (Building 1 and Building 2) connected by a central school courtyard. Realgymnasium Bozen and Fachoberschule für Bauwesen "Peter Anich" Bozen share the facilities on Fagenstraße. The Schulbibliothek operates at two locations (Location A and Location B) with opening hours and an online media catalog. Laboratory spaces support practical science work, and student projects are showcased in Laborversuche. On-site sports facilities include two sports halls and a swimming pool, with additional outdoor spaces around the Talfer area; students also use the ice rink on the Sill and local mini-golf courses for physical education.
Sports Facilities
There are on-site sports facilities including two school sport halls and a swimming pool operated by Realgymnasium. A school fitness room is available for physical education. Outdoor PE spaces include the Talfer area and nearby venues, plus access to the ice rink on the Sill and local mini-golf facilities for sports and recreation.
Academic Facilities
The Realgymnasium Bozen offers a general track with Applied Natural Sciences, while the Fachoberschule für Bauwesen provides Bauwesen, Raumplanung, Umwelt, Geotechnik and Holzbau. Laboratory spaces support scientific inquiry, as evidenced by Laborversuche, where students conduct and present experiments. The library provides two locations (Location A and Location B) with an online media catalog for learning resources.
Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular life is active through the Schulgemeinschaft, including Projects and Activities. The library features a student newspaper (Schülerzeitung) and other reading-related activities; projects and activities are highlighted on the campus portal.
Academic & Intellectual
An English-language International Class focused on Applied Natural Sciences started at Realgymnasium Bozen in the 2024/2025 school year. The school is authorized as an IB World School for the Middle Years Programme (MYP) as of June 10, 2026. The International Class includes Design (Digital Technologies and Technical Drawing) and Arts (Theater and Visual Arts) as part of its curriculum. After completing the five-year education path, graduates have an internationally recognized diploma.
Arts & Creative
Arts (Theater and Visual Arts) are included in the International Class. CAMPUS FAGEN celebrations feature performances by student groups, including a school band. The school integrates arts into the international program as a core element of its curriculum.
Cultural & Language
The Realgymnasium Bozen hosts an English-language International Class focused on Applied Natural Sciences. The curriculum includes German and Italian language instruction in addition to English. In 2022, the school introduced the Day of Languages to highlight multilingualism. The school participates in EU projects, including Sensimint, to develop language-sensitive teaching and cross-border collaboration.
Social & Hobbies
Campus FAGEN hosts school-wide events and celebrations, including CAMPUS FAGEN where student groups perform. The school life emphasizes student engagement through projects and activities within the school community. School sports are part of life at the campus.
Community & Service
The school organizes the Day of the Betriebe to connect graduates with local firms; it is held every two years for the 4th and 5th classes. The school is a Climate School with a climate team of teachers, parents, students, and administration coordinating climate-protection initiatives and a three-year plan. environmental initiatives include waste collection and the creation of a school garden, with broader health-promoting activities integrated into the community.
Leadership & Professional
The school pursues IB accreditation and operates an English-language international track to foster global perspectives. The Ausbildungsprojekt 16+ supports older migrants with career orientation and language learning. The Day of Betriebe strengthens links with local employers to broaden student pathways and leadership opportunities.
Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school is certified as a Health-promoting School, with an annual program of activities, lectures, and workshops to support physical and mental health. Programs promote healthy breaks, including cafeteria options, quiet spaces, and opportunities for physical activity. School sports are an integral part of student life and well-being.
Language Provision
Languages taught are English, German, and Italian. English is the main language of instruction; German and Italian Language and Literature courses are offered based on prior schooling. Students who have attended German or Italian speaking schools for three or more years are generally enrolled in Language and Literature courses. Through daily multilingual interaction, students develop intercultural understanding and confidence across languages.
Bilingual Teaching
English is the main language of instruction. German, Italian and English are valued equally with a strong focus on Language and Literature. Five years of multilingual learning are delivered within the South Tyrolean context, aligned with the IB framework. The program is authorized for IB MYP and is a DP Candidate School.
Immersion Programs
Five years of multilingual learning in English, German, and Italian within the unique multilingual learning environment.
Admissions
1. Attend information events. Open Day for Realgymnasium Bozen and the Fachoberschule ffcr Bauwesen “Peter Anich” takes place on December 12, 2026. Schnuppertage (taster days) are scheduled during the week of January 11–15; families can register to participate via the school secretariat. These events provide details about the school pathways and programs. 2. Apply for first-year entry (1st class). The enrolment window runs from January 15, 2026 to February 15, 2026. Applications are submitted online via CIVIS (myCivis) using SPID; access to CIVIS requires a valid identity document and health card. Proof of eligibility and the online submission are coordinated through the CIVIS portal as part of the standard process. 3. For the Zweitsprachjahr (4th class) entry, use the Einschreibegesuch form and submit it by the specified deadline (based on the school form for that cycle). The form collects student and parent information, including personal data, contact details, and a single email address. Attachments required include the birth certificate, a copy of the 3rd-grade report from secondary school, and copies of the parents' IDs; the form and guidelines are published for applicants. 4. Religious instruction: there is an option to opt out of Catholic religious instruction by submitting the required form; the opt-out form is available at the Secretariat and must be completed by June 30. 5. International Program admissions: enrollment for the international program follows a separate track. Enrollment for the 1st class runs January 15, 2026 to February 16, 2026 via MyCivis (SPID access is required). If more than 22 students enroll for the class, an entry test will take place in February, with the remainder of the enrollment process guided by the Landesregierung resolution 796/2024. 6. Financiality and available aid: families with limited means have the option to apply for financial support through a form available at the school secretariat. The School Council reviews requests on a case-by-case basis and may grant financial contributions to the extent authorized.
Scholarships
Financial assistance is available for families with limited means. An application for financial contribution can be submitted to the school, using a form available at the secretariat. The School Council reviews applications and may approve financial support on a case-by-case basis.
