Introduction to the Polytechnic University: Politecnico di Torino/Polytechnic University of Turin was formed by the merger of the Practical School of Engineers established in 1859 and the Italian Industrial Museum established in 1862. The castle of the Savoia family. The university has 7 colleges and more than 120 majors. Its architecture major is among the best in the world, and many famous architects and designers have graduated from it.