Europe · ITA · Padua

University of Padua

Recommended for Italy · strong STEM, low fees

Affordability

Why this score

Scores are computed from a transparent weighted model — every factor above is auditable, not a black box.

Costs

Tuition / yr

£2,211

Living / mo

£723

Intake

Sep

Eligibility & rights

Accepts alternatives to IELTS

Accepts HND qualifications

Programs

MSc Data Sciencepostgraduate

Data ScienceIELTS: 6.5Min GPA 2.5HND not acceptedIntake Sep

£2,211/yr

BSc Computer Scienceundergraduate

Scholarships & funding

Merit Scholarship — University of Paduapartial

High-achieving international applicants; competitive, merit-based.

Award: £663Deadline: Rolling

Invest Your Talent in ItalyfullCountry-wide

Scholarships available

Work while studying

Post-study work visa

Computer ScienceIELTS: 6.0Min GPA 2.0HND not acceptedIntake Sep

£2,211/yr

Master's in engineering, tech, design or economics from eligible countries (incl. Ghana, Ethiopia, Egypt). €900/month plus tuition waiver.

Award: VariesDeadline: 19 Feb 2027

Regional DSU Grant (e.g. ER-GO)fullCountry-wide

Income-based and open to international students: fee waiver, free meals and housing support. Apply right after choosing your Italian university.

Award: VariesDeadline: 4 Sept 2026