Established in 1863, Politecnico di Milanois one the most outstanding technical universities in Europe, and the largest Italian university in Engineering, Architecture and Design, with over 47,500 students.
The university has seven campuses located in Milan and in other nearby Italian cities: Lecco, Cremona, Mantova and Piacenza. It is organized in 12 Departments and in 4 Schools, respectively devoted to research and education.
The list of Politecnico di Milano notable alumni is considerable and includes renown professionals, such as Renzo Piano and Aldo Rossi, both Pritzker Prize winners, and Giulio Natta, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry.
Established in 1863, Politecnico di Milanois one the most outstanding technical universities in Europe, and the largest Italian university in Engineering, Architecture and Design, with over 47,500 students.
The university has seven campuses located in Milan and in other nearby Italian cities: Lecco, Cremona, Mantova and Piacenza. It is organized in 12 Departments and in 4 Schools, respectively devoted to research and education.
The list of Politecnico di Milano notable alumni is considerable and includes renown professionals, such as Renzo Piano and Aldo Rossi, both Pritzker Prize winners, and Giulio Natta, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry.
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 documents.
Students can apply to first or second semester, respectively starting in September and in February.
To know more about application requirements, procedure and deadlines, please check the website pages dedicated to international prospective students and register your interest to contact the university.
To get more details about the postgraduate programmes, book your meeting with #Askastudent
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The university offers libraries, canteens, study rooms, educational laboratories, sports centers.
International students start their journey at Politecnico di Milano attending the welcome week and can apply to be in contact with a buddy student , even before arrival. It is possible to book a meeting with a current student to get to know more about life as a student : #Askastudent
The Politecnico di Milano Career Service assists students throughout their studies and after graduation, providing career guidance. Over 200 companies attend annual Job Fairs on campus and every week companies take part to on campus and online events to meet students. The employability of graduates is excellent and the reputation of the university among employers is very high.
Graduates aiming at starting their own business in the technological field can find support with the Polihub, one of the best startup accelerators worldwide.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
The "Laurea" (equivalent to Bachelor of Science) programme is an undergraduate degree obtained after a three-year course of study and aims to provide a solid foundation in the core scientific subjects as well as more specialized, professional training. During the third year, the student is expected to acquire work experience by doing an internship at a company or studio. Once the student obtains the "Laurea", he/she can either directly enter the job market or continue his/her studies by the applying to the "Laurea Magistrale" (equivalent to Master of Science).
For more information on the available programmes and on the application procedure, please check the university website.
1. Is it easy to get a job after studying at Politecnico di Milano for an international student?
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 Graduate Employability Ranking, Politecnico di Milano is ranked 43rd
worldwide.
After graduation, about 50% of Polimi international
students decide to remain in Italy and find an occupation here. 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.
2. Are there any fully-funded scholarships for international applicants?
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 confirmed their admission and will award the scholarships according to
the candidates’ ranking. 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. Visit the university
website or register your interest to know more.
3. How early should I apply to a Master’s Degree programme?
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 September till the beginning of
November; the second call is from January till the end of February. Students
from the European Economic Area can apply also later, in the third call in
Spring.
Students of Engineering can start their studies also
in the second semester. The call for the February intake is in June-July. Check
the deadlines on the university website. 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.
4. Is it mandatory to have a background of Design or Architecture to study at postgraduate level?
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.
5. Is it possible to work while studying?
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 150 hours a year for the university (150-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
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About Politecnico di Milano
Established in 1863, Politecnico di Milano is one the most outstanding technical universities in Europe, and the largest Italian university in Engineering, Architecture and Design, with over 47,500 students. The university has seven campuses located in Milan and in other nearby Italian cities: Lecco, Cremona, Mantova and Piacenza. It is organized in 12 Departments and in 4 Schools, respectively devoted to research and education.
Research plays a central role in the university mission, aiming at providing the best standards in education. It is fueled by strong links to corporate research, considerable European funds, and a set of well-equipped laboratories.
Politecnico di Milano offers innovative programmes at all academic levels. Almost the entire postgraduate academic offer is taught in English, thus attracting an ever-increasing number of international students, coming from more than 100 countries.
The list of Politecnico di Milano notable alumni is considerable and includes renown professionals, such as Renzo Piano and Aldo Rossi, both Pritzker Prize winners, and Giulio Natta, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry.
Politecnico di Milano is a proud member of prestigious international alliances , such as Enhance, IDEA League , Alliance4Tech and other strategic networks of leading European universities.
About Politecnico di Milano
Established in 1863, Politecnico di Milano is one the most outstanding technical universities in Europe, and the largest Italian university in Engineering, Architecture and Design, with over 47,500 students. The university has seven campuses located in Milan and in other nearby Italian cities: Lecco, Cremona, Mantova and Piacenza. It is organized in 12 Departments and in 4 Schools, respectively devoted to research and education.
Research plays a central role in the university mission, aiming at providing the best standards in education. It is fueled by strong links to corporate research, considerable European funds, and a set of well-equipped laboratories.
Politecnico di Milano offers innovative programmes at all academic levels. Almost the entire postgraduate academic offer is taught in English, thus attracting an ever-increasing number of international students, coming from more than 100 countries.
The list of Politecnico di Milano notable alumni is considerable and includes renown professionals, such as Renzo Piano and Aldo Rossi, both Pritzker Prize winners, and Giulio Natta, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry.
Politecnico di Milano is a proud member of prestigious international alliances , such as Enhance, IDEA League , Alliance4Tech and other strategic networks of leading European universities.
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 documents.
Students can apply to first or second semester, respectively starting in September and in February.
To know more about application requirements, procedure and deadlines, please check the website pages dedicated to international prospective students and register your interest to contact the university.
To get more details about the postgraduate programmes, book your meeting with #Askastudent
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Bachelor
Master
The university offers libraries, canteens, study rooms, educational laboratories, sports centers.
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 , even before arrival. It is possible to book a meeting with a current student to get to know more about life as a student : #Askastudent
The Politecnico di Milano Career Service assists students throughout their studies and after graduation, providing career guidance. Over 200 companies attend annual Job Fairs on campus and every week companies take part to on campus and online events to meet students. The employability of graduates is excellent and the reputation of the university among employers is very high.
Graduates aiming at starting their own business in the technological field can find support with the Polihub, one of the best startup accelerators worldwide.
Tuition fee and scholarships
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One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
Rankings & ratings
Politecnico di Milano is one of the top public universities in Milan, Italy. It is ranked #139 in QS World University Rankings 2023.
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The "Laurea" (equivalent to Bachelor of Science) programme is an undergraduate degree obtained after a three-year course of study and aims to provide a solid foundation in the core scientific subjects as well as more specialized, professional training. During the third year, the student is expected to acquire work experience by doing an internship at a company or studio. Once the student obtains the "Laurea", he/she can either directly enter the job market or continue his/her studies by the applying to the "Laurea Magistrale" (equivalent to Master of Science).
For more information on the available programmes and on the application procedure, please check the university website.
School of Architecture Urban Planning Construction Engineering (4)
Architectural Design
Building Engineering/Architecture (5 Years Programme)
Building and Construction Engineering – BCEng
Urban Planning: Cities, Environment & Landscapes
School of Civil, Environmental and Land Management Engineering (4)
Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering for Risk Mitigation
Environmental and Land Planning Engineering
School of Design (4)
Communication Design
Fashion Design
Interior Design
Product Design
School of Industrial & Information Engineering (4)
Aerospace Engineering
Automation Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronic Engineering
Energy Engineering
Engineering of Computing Systems
Industrial Production Engineering
Management and Production Engineering
Materials and Nanotechnology Engineering
Mathematical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Physics Engineering
The "Laurea Magistrale" degree (equivalent to Master of Science) is obtained after two years of postgraduate studies and aims to provide rigorous, advanced training in specific sectors.
Once completed, the Laurea Magistrale programme gives access to a Doctoral programme.
The majority of Politecnico di Milano Laurea Magistrale programmes are taught in English.
School of Architecture Urban Planning Construction Engineering (4)
Architectural Design and History
Architecture - Building Architecture
Architecture - Built Environment - Interiors
Architecture and Urban Design
Building Engineering
Building and Architectural Engineering
Landscape Architecture - Land Landscape heritage
Management of Built Environment
Sustainable Architecture And Landscape Design
Urban Planning And Policy Design
School of Civil, Environmental and Land Management Engineering (4)
Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering for Risk Mitigation
Environmental and Land Planning Engineering
Geoinformatics Engineering
School of Design (4)
Communication Design
Design & Engineering
Design for the Fashion System
Digital And Interaction Design
Integrated Product Design
Interior and Spatial Design
Product Service System Design
School of Industrial & Information Engineering (4)
Aeronautical Engineering
Agricultural Engineering
Automation And Control Engineering
Bioinformatics for Computational Genomics
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering
Cyber Risk Strategy and Governance
Electrical Engineering
Electronics Engineering
Energy Engineering
Engineering Physics
Food Engineering
High Performance Computing Engineering
Management Engineering
Materials Engineering And Nanotechnology
Mathematical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mobility Engineering
Music and Acoustic Engineering
Naval and Nautical Design
Nuclear Engineering
Safety and Prevention Engineering in the Process Industry
Space Engineering
Telecommunication Engineering
Transformative Sustainability
DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING (DABC) (11)
Architecture, Built Environment and Construction Engineering
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING (DICA) (11)
Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering
Structural Seismic and Geotechnical Engineering
DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT, ECONOMICS AND INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING (DIG) (11)
Management Engineering
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (DMEC) (11)
Mechanical Engineering
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS (DFIS) (11)
Physics
Department of Aerospace Science and Technology (DAER) (11)
Aerospace Engineering
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Architectural, Urban and Interior Design
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Urban Planning, Design, and Policy
Department of Chemistry, Materials and Chemical Engineering "Giulio Natta" (DCMC) (11)
Industrial Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Materials Engineering
Department of Electronics, Information and Bioengineering (DEIB) (11)
Bioengineering
Data Analytics and Decision Sciences
Information Technology
Department of Energy (DENG) (11)
Electrical Engineering
Energy and Nuclear Science and Technology
Department of Mathematics Francesco Brioschi (DMAT) (11)
Mathematical Models and Methods in Engineering
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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 Graduate Employability Ranking, Politecnico di Milano is ranked 43rd worldwide.
After graduation, about 50% of Polimi international students decide to remain in Italy and find an occupation here. 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 confirmed their admission and will award the scholarships according to the candidates’ ranking. 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. Visit the university website or register your interest to know more.
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 September till the beginning of November; the second call is from January till the end of February. Students from the European Economic Area can apply also later, in the third call in Spring.
Students of Engineering can start their studies also in the second semester. The call for the February intake is in June-July. Check the deadlines on the university website. 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 150 hours a year for the university (150-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