In Italy access to university is possible after gaining the "Diploma di Maturità" at 19 years of age, following 5 years of study in a specific high school focused on certain subjects (e.g. "liceo classico" focused on classical subjects, including philosophy, ancient Greek and Latin; "liceo scientifico" focused on scientific subjects such as Maths, Chemistry, Biology and Physics but also including philosophy, ancient Latin and Italian Literature; "liceo linguistico" focused on Foreign Languages and Literature; "istituto tecnico" focused on practical and theoretical subjects such as Mechanics, Aerospace, Shipbuilding, Electronics, Computer science, Telecommunications, Chemistry, Biology, Fashion industry, Food industry, Building technology, Law and Economy).