Computer Science and Engineering
Master at Politecnico di Milano
Key facts
Status checked 06-Oct-2026: 2027/28 is PARTLY PUBLISHED for this row. Use the fields containing specific 2027/28 dates/amounts as current information. Any 2026/27 REFERENCE/OFFICIAL REFERENCE remains historical planning data and may change. Recheck the linked official call before submission, payment, test booking or visa action.
Programme overview
Computer Science and Engineering is a 2 years (120 ECTS) English-taught programme at Politecnico di Milano, based in Milan / relevant Polimi campus. It is a Master's / second-cycle degree 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: Master's / second-cycle degree.
- 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: 2 years (120 ECTS).
- Location: Milan / relevant Polimi campus.
- 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.
https://www.polimi.it/en/education/laurea-magistrale-programmes
Frequently asked questions
How long is Computer Science and Engineering at Politecnico di Milano?
The programme lasts 2 years (120 ECTS).
When does Computer Science and Engineering start?
Autumn / 1st semester (usually September–October; exact date on official academic calendar). Check the Admissions tab for application deadlines.
Is Computer Science and Engineering taught in English?
Yes. Computer Science and Engineering is listed as an English-taught Master at Politecnico di Milano. If the university offers several tracks, confirm the English track on the official programme page.
What are the admission requirements?
Recognised Bachelor/first-cycle degree (normally 180 ECTS/equivalent) in a relevant subject. The university verifies curricular fit and academic preparation; English proficiency is typically B2 or the course-specific threshold. Some programmes also require CV, motivation letter, portfolio, interview or test.
What are the tuition fees for Computer Science and Engineering?
2027/28 full annual tuition must be checked in the new contribution regulation. 2026/27 REFERENCE: annual contributions included the regional tax, €16 stamp duty and the all-inclusive university contribution; non-EU students with foreign qualifications and no exemption generally fall under the applicable maximum contribution rules.
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Admission criteria
Recognised Bachelor/first-cycle degree (normally 180 ECTS/equivalent) in a relevant subject. The university verifies curricular fit and academic preparation; English proficiency is typically B2 or the course-specific threshold. Some programmes also require CV, motivation letter, portfolio, interview or test.
hold a recognised Bachelor's/first-cycle degree giving access to postgraduate study. The exact subject/credit match is programme-specific; a 3-year Indian Bachelor's is assessed by the university and should not be assumed automatically equivalent to every Italian LM requirement. Prepare degree/provisional certificate, complete transcript, grading scale if requested, CV, motivation letter, English proof, and course descriptions/syllabi where curricular credits must be checked. Portfolio, references, GMAT/GRE, admission test or interview apply only where the official programme requires them.
Application deadlines
Admissions are organised in calls/semesters and differ for EU/non-EU applicants and degree level. Use the official Prospective Students admissions pages for 2027/28.
How to apply
- Read the official course/admission page: https://www.polimi.it/en/education/laurea-magistrale-programmes
- Register on the university’s official application/admission portal and upload the required academic, identity and language documents.
- Complete any test/interview/portfolio and pay only the fee stated in the official call.
- After admission, non-EU applicants requiring a visa complete university-approved pre-enrolment on Universitaly and follow the Italian mission’s visa procedure: https://www.universitaly.it/it/studenti-stranieri
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.
https://www.polimi.it/en/education/laurea-magistrale-programmes
Application fees
2027/28 CONFIRMED: Laurea Magistrale application fee €50 during the early-bird period (1 Oct–1 Dec 2026); standard application fee €150 from 2 Dec 2026. An additional enrolment/acceptance payment may apply after admission.
Tuition fees
2027/28 full annual tuition must be checked in the new contribution regulation. 2026/27 REFERENCE: annual contributions included the regional tax, €16 stamp duty and the all-inclusive university contribution; non-EU students with foreign qualifications and no exemption generally fall under the applicable maximum contribution rules.
Scholarships
Polimi merit scholarships, DSU financial aid and other official funding opportunities are available via annual calls.
Cost of living in Milan
Official Milan student-budget reference from Politecnico: accommodation about €400–€700/month; food €150–€200/month; social/leisure €100–€200/month; local travel about €20–€30/month; mobile about €10–€30/month. Actual rent can be higher by area and room type.
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