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Established in 1863, Politecnico di Milano is one of Europe’s leading technical universities and a global reference point for education and research in Engineering, Architecture and Design. With more than 48,000 students, it is the largest technical university in Italy and a key player in the international academic landscape.
The university operates across seven campuses located in Milan and in nearby Italian cities, including Lecco, Cremona, Mantova and Piacenza. Its academic structure comprises 12 Departments, responsible for research, and four Schools dedicated to education, ensuring strong integration between teaching and cutting-edge research.
Research is at the core of Politecnico di Milano’s mission and underpins the quality of its educational offer. The university benefits from close collaboration with industry, significant participation in European-funded projects and a wide network of state-of-the-art laboratories. Sustainability is a cross-cutting priority, embedded in education, research activities, societal impact and campus life.
Politecnico di Milano offers a comprehensive range of innovative programmes at all academic levels. Almost the entire postgraduate portfolio is taught in English, attracting a vibrant international community of students from over 140 countries and fostering a truly global learning environment.
The university’s notable alumni include world-renowned professionals such as Renzo Piano and Aldo Rossi, both Pritzker Prize winners, and Giulio Natta, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry—testimony to Politecnico di Milano’s long-standing tradition of excellence and impact.
Politecnico di Milano is an active member of prestigious international alliances and networks, including ENHANCE, IDEA League and Alliance4Tech, strengthening its role within the European Higher Education and Research Area and promoting strategic collaboration with leading universities worldwide.
About Politecnico di Milano
Established in 1863, Politecnico di Milano is one of Europe’s leading technical universities and a global reference point for education and research in Engineering, Architecture and Design. With more than 48,000 students, it is the largest technical university in Italy and a key player in the international academic landscape.
The university operates across seven campuses located in Milan and in nearby Italian cities, including Lecco, Cremona, Mantova and Piacenza. Its academic structure comprises 12 Departments, responsible for research, and four Schools dedicated to education, ensuring strong integration between teaching and cutting-edge research.
Research is at the core of Politecnico di Milano’s mission and underpins the quality of its educational offer. The university benefits from close collaboration with industry, significant participation in European-funded projects and a wide network of state-of-the-art laboratories. Sustainability is a cross-cutting priority, embedded in education, research activities, societal impact and campus life.
Politecnico di Milano offers a comprehensive range of innovative programmes at all academic levels. Almost the entire postgraduate portfolio is taught in English, attracting a vibrant international community of students from over 140 countries and fostering a truly global learning environment.
The university’s notable alumni include world-renowned professionals such as Renzo Piano and Aldo Rossi, both Pritzker Prize winners, and Giulio Natta, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry—testimony to Politecnico di Milano’s long-standing tradition of excellence and impact.
Politecnico di Milano is an active member of prestigious international alliances and networks, including ENHANCE, IDEA League and Alliance4Tech, strengthening its role within the European Higher Education and Research Area and promoting strategic collaboration with leading universities worldwide.
In order to apply to the Politecnico di Milano MSc programmes, a Bachelor's degree in a related field of study is required, as well as a set of mandatory documents. The application process is entirely online and it is possible to apply to up to two programmes.
Engineering students can apply to first or second semester, respectively starting in September and in February. Architecture and Design students can start their studies only in the first semester.
To know more about application requirements, procedure and deadlines, is it possible to visit the pages dedicated to prospective students and to register your interest to contact the university.
Students interested in studying at undergraduate level are required to have completed at least 12 years of school education and need to take a different entrance test according to the desired area of study: the ARCHED test to study Architecture, the TOLD test to study Design, the SAT or CenT-S in English or TOLC-I tests to study Engineering, a motivation letter and interview to study Urban Planning (available in Italian). In addition to the specific competencies, an English language proof will have to be provided as well. Check more details on the university website on how to apply.
Graduates aiming at a PhD will be able to apply in various calls during the year. Stay tuned by checking the PhD website pages.
General
59+
5+
Bachelor
59+
5+
Master
78+
6+
Polimi promotes and facilitates the personal and intellectual growth of students by offering numerous opportunities and services that enrich the university experience : many destinations to study abroad, moments of professional orientation, student associations, international competitions, sports initiatives, dating you personal support and much more. The university offers libraries, canteens, study rooms, educational laboratories, sports centers. During their thesis, students will be able to carry out a research activity at the university well-equipped labs.
International students start their journey at Politecnico di Milano attending the welcome week and can apply to be in contact with a buddy student, a student of Politecnico di Milano who has decided to dedicate, as a volunteer, part of his/her time to help an International student to settle in a new context. A Buddy is a student like you, who will mostly be busy in attending classes and studying for exams, but will find some time to meet you and/or write you in order to answer your queries and introduce you to the new context and culture. Many additional courses are offered free of charge on campus to nurture soft skills, teamwork and a multidisciplinary mindset to complement a sound technical education. The university premises host every day lectures, exhibitions, concerts and leisure activities making life on campus a really engaging experience
Cost of Living
Every year, Politecnico di Milano welcomes hundreds of students coming from all over the world. In the website section dedicated to orientation and welcome activities, you may find also important aspects to plan your budget. Take a look at useful information before arrival on the website or at "Start your journey at Polimi" brochure for international prospective students.
In general, rents are lower if you choose to study in Cremona, Lecco, Mantova or Piacenza or to live not too close to the city center in Milan. The campuses are well connected and in Milan public means of transport are efficient, safe and really affordable. Students can profit from special rates to enjoy the Italian vibrant cultural life, to carry out sporting activities on the campus premises or to travel. The monthly subscriptions for internet and voice are not expensive in Italy.
Tuition fees
Domestic
2,500 EUR
International
4,000 EUR
Politecnico di Milano is a public university funded by the Italian government, therefore tuition fees are not high and amount to about 4,000 Euros for NON-EU students (at MSc level). For students of the European Economic area, tuition fees may vary from a minimum of 900 Euros up to about 4,000 Euros a year, according to the family income. At undergraduate level, tuition fees are the same for EU or NON-EU students and vary according to the family income, from 900 to 4,000 Euros a year. At PhD level there are no tuition fees and most candidates get a scholarship.
Merit-based scholarshipsare available for talented international applicants admitted to postgraduate programmes.
Students also have the opportunity of working for the university for 200 hours a year, thus helping fund their studies: student collaborations are a great opportunity to work part-time in the offices of the Politecnico di Milano and actively contribute to university community life.
Scholarships
Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.
To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:
Politecnico di Milano’s Career Service supports students throughout their studies and after graduation, offering career guidance and strong connections with the world of work. Each year, more than 200 companies take part in on-campus Job Fairs, while weekly on-campus and online events allow students to interact directly with employers. As a result, Politecnico di Milano graduates enjoy excellent employability and the university is highly regarded by employers at both national and international level.
Students and graduates interested in entrepreneurship and technology-driven innovation can rely on TEF – Tech European Foundation, a joint initiative of Politecnico di Milano and Bocconi University. As a leading startup accelerator, TEF supports the creation and growth of high-tech ventures by combining advanced technological expertise with strong business and management skills.
The Politecnico di Milano Career Service assists students by creating meaningful connections through innovative career guidance experiences. More than 6000 students per year are doing an internship experience in Italy or abroad. More info are available in the Internship hub.
Rankings & Ratings
Politecnico di Milano is one of the top Public universities in Milan,, Italy. It is ranked #=98 in QS World University Rankings 2026.
Employers know that the graduates of Politecnico di
Milano are well prepared and search to cover vacant positions through the
Career Service of the university where they post calls for jobs and internships
and this is a good opportunity also for international students. According to
the QS World University Ranking, Politecnico di Milano is ranked 72 worldwide in the Employer reputation indicator.
After graduation, about 50% of Polimi international
students remain in Italy and find an occupation here. More than 95% of the MSc graduates are employed one year after graduation.. Others continue
their studies at PhD level, find a job in another country or go back to their
home countries. The study permit allows to remain in Italy up to one year after
graduation to search for a position, but most students, especially of
Engineering, do have many job interviews already before discussing their
graduation thesis. Visit the website of the Career Service to
read the employment statistics for each programme.
Politecnico di Milano welcomes talented international
students and offers merit-based scholarships of different value, according to merit. These
scholarships include a complete tuition-fee waiver and might include
also funds to cover the accommodation or living expenses. A
Committee will work out a ranking of all the admitted international applicants
who have filled out a scholarship application. To have good opportunities, first of all it is
mandatory to have a background in the same field the candidates wants to apply
to and to have high marks throughout all the Bachelor studies (with a Bachelor
of Honours, if applicable).
Other scholarship opportunities are offered by the
Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, for instance with the Invest
Your Talent in Italy programme (for specific countries) and US citizens
may avail a Fulbright award.
International students should start to look for their programme
already 12 or 18 months before starting their studies, to collect enough information.
The application is entirely online, the academic year starts in September. The first
call for the 1st semester intake for international students is from October till the end of
November. Students
from the European Economic Area can apply also later, in
Spring. Please check the university website for details on the application calls of Engineering or Architecture and Design.
Students of Engineering can start their studies also
in the second semester. The call for the February intake is in June-July. If you have an Italian Degree, you have different application procedures and deadlines.
You cannot apply to a Master’s Degree programme at Politecnico
di Milano by applying on the universitaly portal. The procedure on the
universitaly portal will have to be started only after being admitted, to fill
out a visa request.
If you wish to study Design or Architecture and you
want to apply to a postgraduate programme, together with the application
documents you need to upload a portfolio of your best works that should be well
targeted to the programme you apply to. It is important to have already a
background in the specific field. The selection is quite competitive so a good
portfolio will be a fundamental element of evaluation, in addition to your academic achievements. You are free to organise the portfolio as you prefer, but select only your b e st works and maybe show some process work. Consider that the pdf file should not exceed 20 MB. Take your time and be accurate in preparing the portfolio which is really the way you present yourself to the Committee of evaluators. Therefore, avoid last minute applications and show all your passion.
The standard study-plan is full-time, however it is
possible to work part-time for not more than 20 hours a week. This might be
demanding with the intensity of lessons and the Politecnico di Milano offers
students the opportunity to work 200 hours a year for the university (200-hours positions). This is an excellent opportunity because it allows for enough
flexibility so that the work activity does not impair following the lessons and
standing for exams. Many international students profit from this opportunity
Politecnico di Milano
Milano Leonardo, Milan, Italy
# =98QS World University Rankings
94Undergrad & Postgrad Programmes
24 % International students
About Politecnico di Milano
Established in 1863, Politecnico di Milano is one of Europe’s leading technical universities and a global reference point for education and research in Engineering, Architecture and Design. With more than 48,000 students, it is the largest technical university in Italy and a key player in the international academic landscape. The university operates across seven campuses located in Milan and in nearby Italian cities, including Lecco, Cremona, Mantova and Piacenza. Its academic structure comprises 12 Departments, responsible for research, and four Schools dedicated to education, ensuring strong integration between teaching and cutting-edge research. Research is at the core of Politecnico di Milano’s mission and underpins the quality of its educational offer. The university benefits from close collaboration with industry, significant participation in European-funded projects and a wide network of state-of-the-art laboratories. Sustainability is a cross-cutting priority, embedded in education, research activities, societal impact and campus life. Politecnico di Milano offers a comprehensive range of innovative programmes at all academic levels. Almost the entire postgraduate portfolio is taught in English, attracting a vibrant international community of students from over 140 countries and fostering a truly global learning environment. The university’s notable alumni include world-renowned professionals such as Renzo Piano and Aldo Rossi, both Pritzker Prize winners, and Giulio Natta, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry—testimony to Politecnico di Milano’s long-standing tradition of excellence and impact. Politecnico di Milano is an active member of prestigious international alliances and networks, including ENHANCE, IDEA League and Alliance4Tech, strengthening its role within the European Higher Education and Research Area and promoting strategic collaboration with leading universities worldwide.
About Politecnico di Milano
Established in 1863, Politecnico di Milano is one of Europe’s leading technical universities and a global reference point for education and research in Engineering, Architecture and Design. With more than 48,000 students, it is the largest technical university in Italy and a key player in the international academic landscape. The university operates across seven campuses located in Milan and in nearby Italian cities, including Lecco, Cremona, Mantova and Piacenza. Its academic structure comprises 12 Departments, responsible for research, and four Schools dedicated to education, ensuring strong integration between teaching and cutting-edge research. Research is at the core of Politecnico di Milano’s mission and underpins the quality of its educational offer. The university benefits from close collaboration with industry, significant participation in European-funded projects and a wide network of state-of-the-art laboratories. Sustainability is a cross-cutting priority, embedded in education, research activities, societal impact and campus life. Politecnico di Milano offers a comprehensive range of innovative programmes at all academic levels. Almost the entire postgraduate portfolio is taught in English, attracting a vibrant international community of students from over 140 countries and fostering a truly global learning environment. The university’s notable alumni include world-renowned professionals such as Renzo Piano and Aldo Rossi, both Pritzker Prize winners, and Giulio Natta, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry—testimony to Politecnico di Milano’s long-standing tradition of excellence and impact. Politecnico di Milano is an active member of prestigious international alliances and networks, including ENHANCE, IDEA League and Alliance4Tech, strengthening its role within the European Higher Education and Research Area and promoting strategic collaboration with leading universities worldwide.
Available programmes
Arts and Humanities (2)
Architectural Design
Architectural Design
Fashion Design
Fashion Design
Interior Design
Interior Design
Product Design
Product Design
Urban Planning: Cities, Environment & Landscapes
Urban Planning: Cities, Environment & Landscapes
Engineering and Technology (2)
Aerospace Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Automation Engineering
Automation Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Building Engineering/Architecture (5 Years Programme)
Building Engineering/Architecture (5 Years Programme)
Building and Construction Engineering – BCEng
Building and Construction Engineering – BCEng
Chemical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering
Communication Design
Communication Design
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronic Engineering
Electronic Engineering
Energy Engineering
Energy Engineering
Engineering Science
Engineering Science
Engineering of Computing Systems
Engineering of Computing Systems
Environmental and Land Planning Engineering
Environmental and Land Planning Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Industrial Production Engineering
Industrial Production Engineering
Interaction Design
Interaction Design
MEDTEC - Medicine and Biomedical Engineering
MEDTEC - Medicine and Biomedical Engineering
Management and Production Engineering
Management and Production Engineering
Materials and Nanotechnology Engineering
Materials and Nanotechnology Engineering
Mathematical Engineering
Mathematical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Physics Engineering
Physics Engineering
Process Engineering
Process Engineering
Arts and Humanities (4)
Architectural Design and History
Architectural Design and History
Architecture
Architecture
Communication Design
Communication Design
Design & Engineering
Design & Engineering
Design for the Fashion System
Design for the Fashion System
Digital and Interaction Design
Digital and Interaction Design
Integrated Product Design
Integrated Product Design
Interior and Spatial Design
Interior and Spatial Design
Landscape Architecture - Land Landscape heritage
Landscape Architecture - Land Landscape heritage
Product Service System Design
Product Service System Design
Sustainable Architecture and Landscape Design
Sustainable Architecture and Landscape Design
Urban Planning And Policy Design
Urban Planning And Policy Design
Engineering and Technology (4)
Aeronautical Engineering
Aeronautical Engineering
Agricultural Engineering
Agricultural Engineering
Architectural Engineering
Architectural Engineering
Automation and Control Engineering
Automation and Control Engineering
Bioinformatics for Computational Genomics
Bioinformatics for Computational Genomics
Biomedical Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Building Engineering for Sustainability
Building Engineering for Sustainability
Chemical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering for Risk Mitigation
Civil Engineering for Risk Mitigation
Computer Science and Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering
Cyber Risk, Strategy and Governance
Cyber Risk, Strategy and Governance
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics Engineering
Electronics Engineering
Energy Engineering
Energy Engineering
Engineering Physics
Engineering Physics
Environmental and Land Planning Engineering
Environmental and Land Planning Engineering
Food Engineering
Food Engineering
Geoinformatics Engineering
Geoinformatics Engineering
High Performance Computing Engineering
High Performance Computing Engineering
Industrial Safety and Risk Engineering
Industrial Safety and Risk Engineering
Management Engineering
Management Engineering
Management of Built Environment
Management of Built Environment
Materials Engineering and Nanotechnology
Materials Engineering and Nanotechnology
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mobility Engineering
Mobility Engineering
Music and Acoustic Engineering
Music and Acoustic Engineering
Nuclear Engineering
Nuclear Engineering
Space Engineering
Space Engineering
Telecommunication Engineering
Telecommunication Engineering
Life Sciences and Medicine (4)
Health Informatics
Health Informatics
Natural Sciences (4)
Mathematical Engineering
Mathematical Engineering
Transformative Sustainability
Transformative Sustainability
Arts and Humanities (3)
Architectural, Urban and Interior Design
Architectural, Urban and Interior Design
Architecture, Built Environment and Construction Engineering
Architecture, Built Environment and Construction Engineering
Built Heritage Conservation
Built Heritage Conservation
Design
Design
Urban Planning, Design, and Policy
Urban Planning, Design, and Policy
Engineering and Technology (3)
Aerospace Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Bioengineering
Bioengineering
Data Analytics and Decision Sciences
Data Analytics and Decision Sciences
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Energy and Nuclear Science and Technology
Energy and Nuclear Science and Technology
Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering
Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering
Industrial Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Industrial Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Information Technology
Information Technology
Management Engineering
Management Engineering
Materials Engineering
Materials Engineering
Mathematical Models and Methods in Engineering
Mathematical Models and Methods in Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Structural Seismic and Geotechnical Engineering
Structural Seismic and Geotechnical Engineering
Natural Sciences (3)
Physics
Physics
Science, Technology, and Policy for Sustainable Change
Science, Technology, and Policy for Sustainable Change
University information
In order to apply to the Politecnico di Milano MSc programmes, a Bachelor's degree in a related field of study is required, as well as a set of mandatory documents. The application process is entirely online and it is possible to apply to up to two programmes.
Engineering students can apply to first or second semester, respectively starting in September and in February. Architecture and Design students can start their studies only in the first semester.
To know more about application requirements, procedure and deadlines, is it possible to visit the pages dedicated to prospective students and to register your interest to contact the university.
Students interested in studying at undergraduate level are required to have completed at least 12 years of school education and need to take a different entrance test according to the desired area of study: the ARCHED test to study Architecture, the TOLD test to study Design, the SAT or CenT-S in English or TOLC-I tests to study Engineering, a motivation letter and interview to study Urban Planning (available in Italian). In addition to the specific competencies, an English language proof will have to be provided as well. Check more details on the university website on how to apply.
Graduates aiming at a PhD will be able to apply in various calls during the year. Stay tuned by checking the PhD website pages.
General
Bachelor
Master
Polimi promotes and facilitates the personal and intellectual growth of students by offering numerous opportunities and services that enrich the university experience : many destinations to study abroad, moments of professional orientation, student associations, international competitions, sports initiatives, dating you personal support and much more. The university offers libraries, canteens, study rooms, educational laboratories, sports centers. During their thesis, students will be able to carry out a research activity at the university well-equipped labs.
Student life
Students life at Politecnico di Milano offers many opportunities. The university hosts several student associations, covering a wide array of interests, and allowing students to achieve the best experience during their studies. The university is particularly active in the organization and promotion of cultural and social events, sport activities and students competitions.
International students start their journey at Politecnico di Milano attending the welcome week and can apply to be in contact with a buddy student, a student of Politecnico di Milano who has decided to dedicate, as a volunteer, part of his/her time to help an International student to settle in a new context. A Buddy is a student like you, who will mostly be busy in attending classes and studying for exams, but will find some time to meet you and/or write you in order to answer your queries and introduce you to the new context and culture. Many additional courses are offered free of charge on campus to nurture soft skills, teamwork and a multidisciplinary mindset to complement a sound technical education. The university premises host every day lectures, exhibitions, concerts and leisure activities making life on campus a really engaging experience
Cost of Living
Every year, Politecnico di Milano welcomes hundreds of students coming from all over the world. In the website section dedicated to orientation and welcome activities, you may find also important aspects to plan your budget. Take a look at useful information before arrival on the website or at "Start your journey at Polimi" brochure for international prospective students.
In general, rents are lower if you choose to study in Cremona, Lecco, Mantova or Piacenza or to live not too close to the city center in Milan. The campuses are well connected and in Milan public means of transport are efficient, safe and really affordable. Students can profit from special rates to enjoy the Italian vibrant cultural life, to carry out sporting activities on the campus premises or to travel. The monthly subscriptions for internet and voice are not expensive in Italy.
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Politecnico di Milano is a public university funded by the Italian government, therefore tuition fees are not high and amount to about 4,000 Euros for NON-EU students (at MSc level). For students of the European Economic area, tuition fees may vary from a minimum of 900 Euros up to about 4,000 Euros a year, according to the family income. At undergraduate level, tuition fees are the same for EU or NON-EU students and vary according to the family income, from 900 to 4,000 Euros a year. At PhD level there are no tuition fees and most candidates get a scholarship.
Merit-based scholarships are available for talented international applicants admitted to postgraduate programmes.
Students also have the opportunity of working for the university for 200 hours a year, thus helping fund their studies: student collaborations are a great opportunity to work part-time in the offices of the Politecnico di Milano and actively contribute to university community life.
Scholarships
Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.
To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:
How to get a full scholarship
Looking for a fully-funded scholarship to see you into university? Find out how to boost your chances of getting one.
Scholarships to study abroad
Find scholarships to study abroad with our lists of international scholarships – categorized by country, by subject, and by type of student.
Scholarship Applications: Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to all your questions about scholarship applications, including tips on how to find scholarships and chances of success.
Employability
Politecnico di Milano’s Career Service supports students throughout their studies and after graduation, offering career guidance and strong connections with the world of work. Each year, more than 200 companies take part in on-campus Job Fairs, while weekly on-campus and online events allow students to interact directly with employers. As a result, Politecnico di Milano graduates enjoy excellent employability and the university is highly regarded by employers at both national and international level.
Students and graduates interested in entrepreneurship and technology-driven innovation can rely on TEF – Tech European Foundation, a joint initiative of Politecnico di Milano and Bocconi University. As a leading startup accelerator, TEF supports the creation and growth of high-tech ventures by combining advanced technological expertise with strong business and management skills.
Rankings & Ratings
Politecnico di Milano is one of the top Public universities in Milan,, Italy. It is ranked #=98 in QS World University Rankings 2026.
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Employers know that the graduates of Politecnico di Milano are well prepared and search to cover vacant positions through the Career Service of the university where they post calls for jobs and internships and this is a good opportunity also for international students. According to the QS World University Ranking, Politecnico di Milano is ranked 72 worldwide in the Employer reputation indicator.
After graduation, about 50% of Polimi international students remain in Italy and find an occupation here. More than 95% of the MSc graduates are employed one year after graduation.. Others continue their studies at PhD level, find a job in another country or go back to their home countries. The study permit allows to remain in Italy up to one year after graduation to search for a position, but most students, especially of Engineering, do have many job interviews already before discussing their graduation thesis. Visit the website of the Career Service to read the employment statistics for each programme.
Politecnico di Milano welcomes talented international students and offers merit-based scholarships of different value, according to merit. These scholarships include a complete tuition-fee waiver and might include also funds to cover the accommodation or living expenses. A Committee will work out a ranking of all the admitted international applicants who have filled out a scholarship application. To have good opportunities, first of all it is mandatory to have a background in the same field the candidates wants to apply to and to have high marks throughout all the Bachelor studies (with a Bachelor of Honours, if applicable).
Other scholarship opportunities are offered by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, for instance with the Invest Your Talent in Italy programme (for specific countries) and US citizens may avail a Fulbright award.
International students should start to look for their programme already 12 or 18 months before starting their studies, to collect enough information. The application is entirely online, the academic year starts in September. The first call for the 1st semester intake for international students is from October till the end of November. Students from the European Economic Area can apply also later, in Spring. Please check the university website for details on the application calls of Engineering or Architecture and Design.
Students of Engineering can start their studies also in the second semester. The call for the February intake is in June-July. If you have an Italian Degree, you have different application procedures and deadlines.
You cannot apply to a Master’s Degree programme at Politecnico di Milano by applying on the universitaly portal. The procedure on the universitaly portal will have to be started only after being admitted, to fill out a visa request.
If you wish to study Design or Architecture and you want to apply to a postgraduate programme, together with the application documents you need to upload a portfolio of your best works that should be well targeted to the programme you apply to. It is important to have already a background in the specific field. The selection is quite competitive so a good portfolio will be a fundamental element of evaluation, in addition to your academic achievements. You are free to organise the portfolio as you prefer, but select only your b e st works and maybe show some process work. Consider that the pdf file should not exceed 20 MB. Take your time and be accurate in preparing the portfolio which is really the way you present yourself to the Committee of evaluators. Therefore, avoid last minute applications and show all your passion.
The standard study-plan is full-time, however it is possible to work part-time for not more than 20 hours a week. This might be demanding with the intensity of lessons and the Politecnico di Milano offers students the opportunity to work 200 hours a year for the university (200-hours positions). This is an excellent opportunity because it allows for enough flexibility so that the work activity does not impair following the lessons and standing for exams. Many international students profit from this opportunity