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Overview
With the steady advancement of computational and analytical tools, all branches of Biological sciences are being swamped with a deluge of data that is calling out for analyst professionals.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the Quantitative and Computational Biosciences Master’s degree at the University of Padua work as Bioinformaticians, Data Scientists within the Biology realm, Big Data and Complex system analysts, Developer of novel analytical methods in Biology.
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1st year:Common courses: Big data: an ethical and economical perspective; Informatics and Python; Next Generation Sequencing; Quantitative Imaging; Machine Learning and Neural Networks; Sensors, measurement errors and data management; Advanced Statistics and Data Analysis; Systems Biology; Computational Human Evolution
Recommended courses for students with a biology background: General Mathematics; Statistics and RRecommended courses for students without a biology background: Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology + Introduction to Ecology
2nd year: Complex systems and agent-based simulations; Nature in context; MetagenomicsElective courses, research internship and thesis.
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
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Academic Year 2027/2028
- Call One: 15 September 26 – 15 November 26
- Call Two: 1 December 26 – 1 March 27
- Call Three: 1 April 27 – 1 June 27 (EU and equated)
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT OR
80
PTE Academic 65
OTE 126
IELTS 6
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Credits
120 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Padua, Italy
Disciplines
Data Science & Big Data Machine Learning View 34 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in ItalyExplore more key information
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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 OR
80
PTE Academic 65
OTE 126
IELTS 6
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General requirements
- The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Italian.
- You can often get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.
- You must take the original entry qualification documents with you when you finally go to the university.
- If you are admitted to the degree course, you will have to submit other documents including original and translated/legalised copies of your previous qualifications, etc. No legalised documents are required at application stage.
- A minimum three-year undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Informatics, Statistics or Engineering.
- Additional entry requirements – Entry title and GPA
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Applies to youNon-residents2950 EUR / year≈ 2950 EUR / year -
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Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals2950 EUR / year≈ 2950 EUR / year
Living costs
Padova
Italy
750 - 1100 EUR / month
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Quantitative and Computational Biosciences.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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