Overview

This Physics of Data programme from the University of Padua combines advanced knowledge in the field of Physics with a high-level training in Data Science. The programme thus trains the new generation of data physicists, equipped with tools that will allow them to face the challenges that the digital revolution has brought in our society.

Career opportunities

Graduates master tools for collecting, managing and analysing big data, and to translate their work into highly valuable information. Graduates work as professionals in research centres, internet companies, consulting companies, startups and high tech industries and public administrations.

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Programme Structure

1st Year: Laboratory of Computational Physics; Management and Analysis of Physics Datasets; Theoretical Physics; Machine Learning; Statistical Mechanics of Complex Systems; Advanced Statistics for Physics Analysis; elective courses on advanced topics in modern Physics2nd Year: Quantum Computing; elective courses on advanced topics in modern Physics and Engineering; Internship

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-02 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-02-02 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

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1st Call: 2 November - 2 February
2nd Call: 2 March - 2 May
3rd Call: (only for EU citizens and non EU citizens residing in Italy): 2 June – 2 August

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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OTE

126

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics Data Science & Big Data View 38 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in Italy

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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OTE

126

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum three-year undergraduate degree (or equivalent) is required, with proved skills in Physics and Mathematics.

Additional entry requirements – Entry title and GPA
English: B2 level (CEFR) or equivalent

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Tuition Fee

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International

2739 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2739 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

2739 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2739 EUR per year during 24 months.

The total amount of tuition fees due per each academic year can be significantly waived based on your “Equivalent Economic Status Index – ISEE”.

Living costs for Padua

750 - 1100 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Student insurance

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General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

EU/EEA

Living costs for Padua

Funding

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