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Masters in Data Science in Italy

A Data Science master's combines statistics, programming and machine learning to turn data into decisions, usually with a capstone on real datasets. Here is how studying it in Italy works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.

  • 6 universities compared
  • From ₹24 lakh – ₹31 lakh
  • Intakes: September/October (main)
  • Post-study work

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Masters in Data Science in Italy: what does it cost and is it worth it?

A master's in Data Science in Italy usually takes 1–2 years. On our list, 6 universities offer it, with total costs from ₹24 lakh – ₹31 lakh (Bologna) to ₹67 lakh – ₹73 lakh (Bocconi). After graduating: residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation.

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Official sources: Universitaly — pre-enrolment portal

Masters in Data Science in Italy at a glance

Duration
1–2 years
Tuition (international)
≈ €500 – €4,000 per year at public universities (often income-based); private €6,000 – €20,000
Living costs
≈ €700 – €1,100 per month (Milan is costliest)
Typical budget
₹8–15 lakh per year
Intakes
September/October (main), February (selected programs)
English tests
IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
GRE / GMAT
GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
Post-study work
Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation

Overview

Why study Data Science in Italy?

A Data Science master's combines statistics, programming and machine learning to turn data into decisions, usually with a capstone on real datasets.

Italy offers low public-university tuition with regional DSU scholarships, world-famous programs in design, architecture and engineering and income-based fees and scholarships that can cover tuition and housing.

Universities

Universities for Data Science in Italy

Sorted by total cost for the whole program, in rupees.

Universities for Data Science in Italy
UniversityCityTuition a yearTotal in ₹
BolognaBologna€0 – €3,000₹24 lakh – ₹31 lakh
PaduaPadua€1,000 – €3,000₹30 lakh – ₹36 lakh
TrentoTrento€1,000 – €3,000₹30 lakh – ₹36 lakh
SapienzaRome€1,000 – €3,000₹33 lakh – ₹39 lakh
UniMiMilan€1,000 – €4,000₹37 lakh – ₹44 lakh
BocconiMilan€15,000 – €17,000₹67 lakh – ₹73 lakh

Specialisations

Popular Data Science specialisations

Machine Learning

Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Italy.

Big Data Engineering

Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Italy.

Applied Statistics

Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Italy.

Health Data Science

Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Italy.

NLP

Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Italy.

Eligibility

Entry requirements

Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.

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  • Bachelor's: B.Tech/BE (any branch) with maths
  • Bachelor's: B.Sc in Statistics, Maths or CS
  • Bachelor's: B.Com/BBA with strong quantitative coursework (some programs)
  • Prerequisite: Statistics and probability
  • Prerequisite: Linear algebra / calculus
  • Prerequisite: Python or R
  • English: IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
  • GRE/GMAT: GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs

Careers

Careers after Data Science in Italy

Careers after Data Science in Italy
Common rolesSkills employers look for
Data ScientistPython / R
Data AnalystSQL
ML EngineerStatistical modelling
Data EngineerData visualisation
Quantitative AnalystPython / R

FAQs

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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. Italy offers low public-university tuition with regional DSU scholarships. Typical roles afterwards include Data Scientist, Data Analyst and ML Engineer.

On our list: Bologna, Padua, Trento, Sapienza, UniMi and Bocconi.

From ₹24 lakh – ₹31 lakh at Bologna up to ₹67 lakh – ₹73 lakh, including living and one-time costs.

Most universities accept b.Tech/BE (any branch) with maths, b.Sc in Statistics, Maths or CS and b.Com/BBA with strong quantitative coursework (some programs), with statistics and probability, linear algebra / calculus and python or R, plus IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university.

Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation. During your studies: up to 20 hours a week (1,040 hours a year).

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