Master of Science in Astrophysics and Cosmology
Padua, Italy
MSc
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
02 Aug 2026*
EARLIEST START DATE
01 Oct 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 2,739 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Call one - EU and non-EU students
Key Summary
Programme structure
Common Path: Mathematical and Numerical Methods; General Relativity; Astrophysics Laboratory
Path 1 – Theory and Modelling: Theoretical Cosmology; Radiative Processes in Astrophysics; Theoretical Physics; Compact Object Astrophysics
Path 2 – Observations, Experiments and Interpretation: Stellar Astrophysics; Astrophysics of Galaxies; Observational Cosmology; Astrophysics Laboratory 2
The Astrophysics and Cosmology course, comprising 120 (ECTS) credits, immerses students in a captivating exploration of the universe, equipping them with a profound understanding of celestial phenomena, cosmic structures, and the theoretical frameworks that underpin our comprehension of the cosmos.
Common Path: Mathematical and Numerical Methods; General Relativity; Astrophysics Laboratory.
Path 1 – Theory and Modelling: Theoretical Cosmology; Radiative Processes in Astrophysics; Theoretical Physics; Compact Object Astrophysics.
Path 2 – Observations, Experiments, and Interpretation: Stellar Astrophysics; Astrophysics of Galaxies; Observational Cosmology; Astrophysics Laboratory 2.
Graduates work as coordinators or members of research groups in public or private research institutions or as professionals in industries with a technological profile or in sectors that require skills in modeling, testing, and interpreting large and complex data sets, such as consulting companies, research centers, and public administration.
Credits: 120 ECTS
Master of Science in Astrophysics and Cosmology
Merit-based scholarships
Padua International Excellence Scholarship
The University of Padua offers many scholarships to highly talented prospective students wishing to pursue a Bachelor's or Master's degree completely held in English in Padua.
Fee-waivers
The University of Padua additionally offers 100 full tuition fee waivers to students enrolling in one of its degree programs held completely in English.
Departmental scholarships
Some Departments offer additional scholarships to more students applying to Bachelor's and Master's degrees entirely taught in English.
Galilean School of Higher Education Scholarships
The Scuola Galileiana di Studi Superiori (Galilean School of Higher Education) is the University of Padua’s school of excellence. It combines traditional university education with a series of special in-house courses comprising seminars and lectures by renowned international visiting professors. Up to four highly talented international students are selected each year.
Scholarships awarded by other national or international organizations
Scholarships awarded by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation MAECI
Every year, the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation awards scholarships for studying in Italy to both international students and Italian students who are permanent residents in countries other than Italy (IRE).
These scholarships aim to foster international cultural cooperation, spread the knowledge of the Italian language, culture, and science, as well as promote the Italian economic and technological system throughout the world.
Grants are offered to pursue study, training, and/or research programs at Italian Higher Education Institutes, both public and legally recognized.
Loans for merit
The University of Padua has signed an agreement with the bank Banca Intesa Sanpaolo S.p.A, the savings bank Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Padova e Rovigo, and the Association ‘Friends of the University of Padua’. The agreement is aimed at providing EU students with a flexible borrowing option at advantageous interest rates, to be granted with no need for collateral, to bear expenses for education.
The loan will be granted following checks on the eligibility criteria of the student asking for the financing and prior approval of the lender.