Master of Science in Electronic Engineering
Padua, Italy
MSc
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 2,739 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Third call - EU students only
Key Summary
About: The MSc in Electronic Engineering at The University of Padua combines a 51 ECTS core with specializations in nanoelectronics and photonics, electronics for energy, integrated circuits, biomedical and health care, consumer electronics and domotics, smart industry and automotive. The programme gives a solid foundation in electronic engineering through core units and interdisciplinary study. Founded in 1222, The University of Padua has a long scientific heritage.
Career Outcomes: Graduates meet needs of high-tech companies across automotive, biomedical, telecommunications, avionics, space, lighting, management and energy conversion. Typical roles include R&D engineer, systems designer and technical consultant in industry, research centers, startups.
Program structure
The programme offers six study paths that focus on different aspects of contemporary electronic engineering:
- Nanoelectronics and photonics
- Electronics for energy
- Integrated circuits
- Biomedical and health care
- Consumer electronics and domotics
- Smart industry and automotive.
They all include a block of mandatory core course units (51 ECTS) aimed at guaranteeing that all graduates acquire a solid foundation in the main areas of electronic engineering.
Completing a Master's degree in Electronic Engineering necessitates the fulfillment of a rigorous academic curriculum, accumulating a total of 120 ECTS credits.
The program offers six paths that focus on different aspects of contemporary electronic engineering:
- Nanoelectronics and photonics
- Electronics for energy
- Integrated circuits
- Biomedical and healthcare
- Consumer electronics and domotics
- Smart industry and automotive
They all include a block of mandatory core course units (51 ECTS) aimed to guarantee that all graduates acquire a solid foundation in the main areas of electronic engineering.
Credits: 120 ECTS
Master of Science in Electronic Engineering
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.
The solid core curriculum and significant expertise in key application areas, combined with highly interdisciplinary knowledge, aim to meet the advanced and innovative requirements of most high-tech companies in the automotive, biomedical, telecommunications, avionics, space, lighting, management, and energy conversion fields.