Computer Science
PhD at Ca' Foscari University of Venice
Key facts
Status checked 06-Oct-2026: 2027/28 details are not yet fully published for this programme. Any 2026/27 REFERENCE/OFFICIAL REFERENCE is previous-cycle information for planning only—not a 2027/28 deadline or guaranteed fee. Start monitoring the official course/admission page before the previous opening period and replace the historical value once the 2027/28 call is released.
Programme overview
Computer Science is a 3–4 years (verify annual call) English-taught programme at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, based in Venice / Mestre. It is a doctoral / PhD programme focused on computing, data, digital systems and quantitative problem-solving. The programme is most relevant to students who want structured academic training in the exact specialism named in the course title, with progression toward software/data/technology roles, analytics, digital innovation or further research.
What an Indian applicant should understand before applying
- Degree level: doctoral / PhD programme.
- Teaching: English according to the official programme source used for this database; if the row names an English track/curriculum, only that pathway should be treated as English-taught.
- Duration: 3–4 years (verify annual call).
- Location: Venice / Mestre.
- Eligibility: read the detailed Admission Criteria column in this row; the university makes the final decision on equivalence of Indian qualifications.
- Application: follow the HOW TO APPLY column from university application through Universitaly/visa steps.
- Intake caution: deadlines, tuition and scholarship amounts are academic-year specific. A 2026/27 figure is labelled as a reference and must not be presented as a 2027/28 figure unless the university has published it.
Frequently asked questions
How long is Computer Science at Ca' Foscari University of Venice?
The programme lasts 3–4 years (verify annual call).
When does Computer Science start?
Start date set by the annual PhD call (often autumn; verify programme).. Check the Admissions tab for application deadlines.
Is Computer Science taught in English?
Yes. Computer Science is listed as an English-taught PhD at Ca' Foscari University of Venice. If the university offers several tracks, confirm the English track on the official programme page.
What are the admission requirements?
Second-cycle/Master’s degree or equivalent qualification permitting access to doctoral study. Admission is competitive through the annual PhD call and normally evaluates academic record, CV, research proposal/statement, references and/or interview; English requirements are stated in the programme call.
What are the tuition fees for Computer Science?
2027/28 tuition not yet confirmed. 2026/27 REFERENCE from Ca' Foscari's international guide: regular Master's tuition was about €2,636/year, with different reduced fee categories for eligible non-EU students depending on country/status and programme.
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Admission criteria
Second-cycle/Master’s degree or equivalent qualification permitting access to doctoral study. Admission is competitive through the annual PhD call and normally evaluates academic record, CV, research proposal/statement, references and/or interview; English requirements are stated in the programme call.
normally hold a recognised Master's/second-cycle qualification (or equivalent qualification accepted for doctoral access). Prepare degree/transcripts, CV, research proposal or statement, references and publications if requested. Admission, scholarship amount, research topic and deadlines are governed by the specific annual PhD call.
Application deadlines
2026/27 selection/application windows are course-specific and managed through Ca’ Foscari’s official application/admission pages. Non-EU visa applicants may have earlier rounds.
How to apply
- Open the annual official PhD call from the university source: https://www.unive.it/pag/25274/
- Check eligibility, research topic/track, documents and scholarship positions.
- Submit the online doctoral application before the call deadline.
- If admitted and a visa is required, follow the university’s international/visa instructions and the applicable Universitaly procedure.
Self-service application sequence for an Indian student
- Confirm that this exact programme/English curriculum is active for your target academic year on the official source above.
- Check your applicant category (non-EU citizen residing abroad) and the programme-specific academic/English/test requirements.
- Prepare the academic file: passport; final or provisional qualification; marksheets/transcript; grading scale where requested; English certificate/MOI only if accepted; CV/motivation/references/portfolio/syllabi only where required.
- Create the university's official applicant account and submit the programme application before the non-EU/visa-applicant deadline. Pay an application/test fee only when the official call states one.
- Complete any entrance test, interview, portfolio review or curricular-assessment step required by this programme.
- After a positive result, accept the offer and complete any enrolment deposit/first instalment within the university deadline.
- If a study visa is required, complete the university-approved pre-enrolment on Universitaly: https://www.universitaly.it/it/studenti-stranieri . Universitaly validation is not itself a visa.
- Follow the competent Italian Embassy/Consulate/VFS instructions for the study visa using the documents required for that visa cycle (admission/pre-enrolment, finance, accommodation, insurance and qualification documents as applicable).
- After arrival, complete final university enrolment and the residence-permit procedure within the legally required timeframe.
Application fees
2027/28 fee not yet published. 2026/27 REFERENCE: general international application/pre-evaluation fee €30 (non-refundable, up to two programmes). Some programmes had a separate selection fee; therefore the programme call must be checked before payment.
Tuition fees
2027/28 tuition not yet confirmed. 2026/27 REFERENCE from Ca' Foscari's international guide: regular Master's tuition was about €2,636/year, with different reduced fee categories for eligible non-EU students depending on country/status and programme.
Scholarships
Doctoral scholarships/fellowships and funded research positions are stated in the annual official PhD call. The number of funded positions, amount and conditions vary by programme and cycle; verify the 2027/28 call before applying.
Cost of living in Venice
Official Venice/Mestre reference: Venice historic-centre single room about €550/month excluding utilities and shared room about €400; mainland single about €400 and shared about €300; food about €50–€80/week. Actual housing availability and utilities vary.
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