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University of Catania

Catania, Italy - Department of Mathematics and Computer ScienceReviewed 22 October 2026

Catania's Data Science master's combines data analysis with applications across computing, engineering and business.

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Catania's Data Science master's combines data analysis with applications across computing, engineering and business. The English-taught degree has two interdisciplinary curricula and is based in Catania.

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  1. MSc Data Science - LM-DATA
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Academic eligibility

  • A recognised degree of at least three years in computing, economics/management, engineering, mathematics, physics or statistics.
  • Computing, mathematics, probability and statistics preparation is assessed from transcripts.

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Language requirements

  • English B2: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 72 or specified alternatives, including an eligible English-medium degree statement.

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Study intakes

  • Two-year English-taught degree.
  • The 2026/27 international timetable schedules classes for October 2026.
  • The March 2027 second-semester date is not a fresh overseas application round.

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Application deadlines

  • The 2026/27 non-EU, outside-Italy selection closed on 17 March 2026 at 23:59 GMT+1; Universitaly pre-enrolment closed on 31 July.
  • The later April-June assessment route was for EU/equivalent and eligible Italy-resident applicants.
  • No new 2027/28 application call was confirmed.

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International tuition

  • For non-EU students living abroad, 2026/27 annual charges are EUR 306: tuition 150, regional tax 140 and stamp duty 16.
  • The EUR 75 confirmation payment counts towards tuition.
  • Living expenses are separate.

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Scholarships & funding

  • The closed 2026/27 competition awarded the top five in each programme ranking EUR 2,000 gross annually for two years, with conditional renewal.
  • Admission through another route does not guarantee this award.

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What can international students study at University of Catania?

Selected programme options include MSc Data Science - LM-DATA. These are selected examples, not the full catalogue. Availability, campus, mode of study and teaching language must be checked for your intake.

What are the entry requirements for University of Catania?

A recognised degree of at least three years in computing, economics/management, engineering, mathematics, physics or statistics. Computing, mathematics, probability and statistics preparation is assessed from transcripts. English B2: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 72 or specified alternatives, including an eligible English-medium degree statement.

How much are international tuition fees at University of Catania?

For non-EU students living abroad, 2026/27 annual charges are EUR 306: tuition 150, regional tax 140 and stamp duty 16. The EUR 75 confirmation payment counts towards tuition. Living expenses are separate. Fees are not a university-wide average. Confirm the exact course, fee year, currency, deposit, extra charges and refund conditions before paying.

When is the application deadline for University of Catania?

The 2026/27 non-EU, outside-Italy selection closed on 17 March 2026 at 23:59 GMT+1; Universitaly pre-enrolment closed on 31 July. The later April-June assessment route was for EU/equivalent and eligible Italy-resident applicants. No new 2027/28 application call was confirmed. Two-year English-taught degree. The 2026/27 international timetable schedules classes for October 2026. The March 2027 second-semester date is not a fresh overseas application round. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

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