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University of Padua

ICT for Internet and Multimedia

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Award Attendance Study Duration Start Domestic fees International fees
MSc On-Campus Full-time 2 October find out €2739 per year
Course fee notes

Our tuition fees will not exceed 3000 euros per year. Scholarship and fee waivers are available for international students, for more information visit our website.

About ICT for Internet and Multimedia, MSc - at University of Padua

The Master’s degree captures the evolution of the information engineering profession and represents a modern teaching approach that combines both solid fundamental knowledge and advanced technological skills.

Focusing on devices, networks, signals, as well as cross-disciplinary issues (machine learning, big data, photonics, life sciences), the programme offers both strong theoretical courses, laboratory classes and applied research-oriented teaching towards advanced technologies for future society.
An internship programme is also available within companies or research labs, thus further enriching the curriculum.

Programme structure

Path 1 – Telecommunications
Path 2 – Cyber systems
Path 3 – Photonic and Quantum Engineering
Path 4 – ICT for life and health

Career opportunities

Graduates work as experts in the analysis, design, planning and management of complex ICT systems and applications; network and telecommunication system operators; manufacturers in the ICT sector and defence; management and development of ICT applications and services; system integrators and ICT consulting firms; regulatory bodies, standardisation bodies, and certification bodies; research
and development centres, and Academia; software houses; engineering consultants; networked multimedia services (business and entertainment).

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Entry requirements

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Why study at University of Padua

1) A diverse portfolio of study programmes – a multidisciplinary university offering a cutting-edge portfolio of study programmes.

2) High-quality education – top-250 Times Higher Education university, top-160 QS Employability Ranking 2020, first in Italy for the quality of its teaching. A qualification from the University of Padua means the achievement of an ambitious objective and a recognised education.

3) World-leading research university – best Italian university for the quality of research results (ANVUR). Among the best European universities for the number of the top 10% most frequently cited publications.

4) Quality support services – 90% students satisfied with their academic career and their student life (AlmaLaurea).

5) One of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe – established in 1222, the University has a glorious history and boasts among its scholars and professors Galileo Galilei and Elena L. Cornaro-Piscopia, the first ever woman to receive an academic degree from a university in 1678.

6) An international community – 2.100 international students welcomed in 2021 and a long tradition of international cooperation, participation in international networks of excellence as well as in research and education projects, welcoming students and scholars from all over the world.

7) Competitive tuition fees and scholarships – the University offers competitive tuition fees in comparison to other top-ranked European universities, plus a vast array of scholarships for students with an excellent study record.

8) A univer- city! – a unique learning environment in a university which is deeply connected to its city and urban pattern. University students represent 30% of the city population.

9) A city, unlike any otherPadua blends historical tradition, art and culture with flourishing business and service industries.

10) Strategic location – easy connections to main Italian and international cities allow you to travel for tourism or visiting home.