Master in Engineering in Computer Science at University of Messina
Two-year English-taught LM-32 master's at the University of Messina on secure, intelligent computer systems: AI, deep learning, cybersecurity, distributed and embedded systems and industrial IoT. Entry needs a computing degree or set credits, plus English at B2.
Master
2 years
Messina
English
University of Messina
Engineering in Computer Science is a two-year, 120 ECTS master's degree (class LM-32) taught entirely in English at the University of Messina. Entry needs a degree in class L-8 or L-31, or 30 credits in maths and physics plus 40 in computing, with English at B2. A final mark of 85 out of 110 passes the preparation check. International fees follow country groups, and the programme can be tuition-free for eligible students.
Entry requirements
Detailed entry requirements
The University of Messina's Engineering in Computer Science master asks for a degree in class L-8 or L-31 or a recognised foreign equivalent, or at least 30 credits in maths and physics and 40 in computing subjects, plus English at B2. A bachelor's final mark of at least 85 out of 110 passes the preparation check, and there is no entrance test. Reviewed 8 October 2026. [1]
Degree and credit requirements
You need one of the following. [1]
- Direct access: a three-year degree in class L-8 (information engineering) or L-31 (computer science), a three-year Italian university diploma, or a foreign qualification recognised as suitable for direct access to the master's.
- Credit route: at least 30 CFU in mathematics and physics (sectors MATH-02/A, MATH-02/B, MATH-03/A, MATH-04/A and PHYS-03/A) and at least 40 CFU in electronics, automation, computer engineering or computer science (sectors IINF-01/A, IINF-04/A, IINF-05/A and INFO-01/A).
These rules come from the course regulations issued in July 2025, which apply from the 2025/26 cohort. [1]
Final mark and preparation check
The check of your preparation counts as passed if your bachelor's final mark is at least 85 out of 110, or the equivalent for a foreign degree, and your English is at B2. [1]
If the check shows gaps, the course council, on the committee's proposal, sets an integrated path within the master's. You still graduate with 120 CFU and no extra activities. Admission is open, with no cap on places and no entrance test. [1]
What this means for your transcript
Italian CFU and the credits on a foreign transcript are not the same unit, and the committee looks at the subjects you studied, not just your total. As a guide, based on the rule above:
- Usually a fit: a B.Tech or B.E. in Computer Science, IT, Computer Engineering or Electronics, which usually includes engineering maths, physics and a large computing or electronics block.
- Check carefully: a BCA or B.Sc. in Computer Science, which often covers the 40 computing credits but can fall short of 30 credits in maths and physics. A B.Sc. in Physics or Mathematics, or a B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, may cover the maths and physics but not the 40 computing credits.
- Often short: a B.Com, BBA or BA, which usually has neither block.
Your final mark matters too. The equivalent of 85 out of 110 depends on how your university's percentage or CGPA converts, so we check it against your transcript.
English
English at CEFR level B2, shown by passing university exams or qualifying tests, or by certificates recognised at European or international level. [1] For English-taught programmes, visa applicants upload an international English certificate at B2 from an institution UniME recognises, and some categories are exempt. [2] Neither source lists specific tests or scores.
2027/28 application calls for visa applicants
UniME has published three calls for non-EU applicants who need a visa for 2027/28: [2]
- Early Bird: 1 to 20 December 2026, only for applicants who already hold final academic documents and a declaration of value or CIMEA statement of comparability.
- Second call: 2 February to 19 March 2027.
- Third call: 8 April to 8 May 2027. UniME may close it early depending on the number of applications.
You can submit up to two applications. For 2026/27 the Universitaly deadline was 15 September 2026, and the 2027/28 Universitaly date is not yet published. [2]
Documents and non-EU steps
For a master's, UniME asks for: [2]
- your school-leaving diploma, after at least 12 years of study
- your bachelor's diploma or an official provisional certificate, showing at least 15 years of education in total
- your transcript of records
- a passport valid for at least 18 months
Translated documents must come with the original-language version, and documents must be in English or officially translated into Italian. You submit a pre-evaluation on the UniME Application Portal, and no further documents can be uploaded once it is submitted. After a positive evaluation you receive an admission letter, register on Universitaly and apply for a type D study visa. Enrolment is confirmed only with a valid study visa issued for the University of Messina and an administrative check of your admission documents. [2]
Sources and verification
Checked by the ApplyAZ admissions team against the university's official documents listed below. Entry rules can change with each new call, and we re-check them before every application.
- University of Messina, Department of Engineering. Course regulations of the Master's degree in Engineering in Computer Science (class LM-32), issued by Rector's Decree no. 1925 of 24 July 2025, applying from the 2025/26 cohort. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
- University of Messina, International Office. Application and admission for non-EU applicants requiring a visa, academic year 2027/28. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
- University of Messina. Fees and funding for international students, effective from academic year 2025/26. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
- University of Messina, Engineering in Computer Science programme page (degree class, language, access and duration). Reviewed 8 October 2026.
About the programme
Engineering in Computer Science is a two-year master's degree (laurea magistrale, class LM-32) worth 120 ECTS, taught in English by the Department of Engineering of the University of Messina. It completes bachelor-level study in computer engineering or computer science, in classes L-8 and L-31. [1]
The degree trains engineers to design complex, secure and intelligent computer systems. It takes an interdisciplinary approach that joins information technology with mathematics, control systems and engineering, and covers AI and machine learning, cybersecurity, distributed systems, IoT and formal methods. It suits graduates who want to move into system design, research or technical leadership.
What you will study
The 2026/27 plan puts the core technical subjects in the first year and adds deep learning, distributed and embedded systems in the second. In each year you choose one elective from a short list, and the degree ends with an internship and a 20 ECTS thesis.
- Artificial intelligence (6 ECTS) and Deep learning (6 ECTS)
- Cybersecurity (9 ECTS)
- Complex social networks and Dependable computing modelling and simulation (9 ECTS each)
- Industrial IoT and Soft sensing and system identification
- Distributed systems (9 ECTS) and Embedded systems (6 ECTS)
- Electives: Game theory, Lean and green production or Optimisation methods and algorithms; then High performance and quantum computing, Industrial automation and robotics or Network softwarisation
- Internship (7 ECTS) and master thesis (20 ECTS)
Career paths
Graduates can manage complex IT systems, work in research and development, design systems and run IT infrastructure. The university names these sectors:
- hardware and software production
- automation and robotics
- IT services
- research centres
- public administration
- independent consulting
Fees and scholarships
UniME charges international students by country group, a rule in force since 2025/26. Countries like India are in Group B. The regional body ERSU Messina runs an income-based scholarship call each year with accommodation and meals; eligible students can apply. See the fees page.
How to apply from outside the EU
We check first that your bachelor's matches the credit and final-mark requirements above, and UniME's entry criteria for your country. We apply on the UniME application portal, where you can submit up to two applications. For 2027/28 the calls for visa applicants are 1 to 20 December 2026 (Early Bird, needing final documents and a declaration of value or CIMEA statement of comparability), 2 February to 19 March 2027 and 8 April to 8 May 2027. UniME may close the third call early depending on the number of applications. [2]
An admission letter then guides you through Universitaly registration and the type D study visa. See the application and admission page.
How ApplyAZ helps
ApplyAZ is an Italy-based consultancy that works only with public universities. We can include this programme in a shortlist of 20 to 30 English-taught programmes that fit your profile, so your plan never rests on a single application.
For eligible students who start with us, a named person owns each stage, from A to Z:
- We check your transcript against Messina's entry rules for this programme.
- We write your CV and a tailored statement of purpose.
- We prepare and submit your pre-evaluation application on the UniME portal and Universitaly pre-enrolment.
- We help you declare your family income for reduced fees and file your regional DSU scholarship application at the right time and in the right format.
- We prepare your visa file.
With operations in all 20 Italian regions, we follow each region's scholarship rules and deadlines as they change. The university decides admission, the region decides the scholarship and the consulate decides the visa, so no one can promise an outcome. You pay in milestones, and every service you pay for is either delivered or its fee is refunded (terms apply).
Programmes at Italian public universities can be tuition-free for eligible students. Check if you are eligible and book a one-to-one consultation session with one of our Italy experts, or see how ApplyAZ works.
Questions and answers
Which bachelor's degrees qualify for Engineering in Computer Science at Messina?
A three-year degree in class L-8 or L-31, or a foreign qualification recognised as suitable, gives direct access. Otherwise you need at least 30 credits in mathematics and physics and 40 in electronics, automation, computer engineering or computer science. [1]
Is there a minimum grade?
The preparation check counts as passed with a bachelor's final mark of at least 85 out of 110, or the foreign equivalent, plus English at B2. If the check shows gaps, the course council sets an integrated path within the 120 credits. [1]
Is there an entrance test?
No. Access is open, with no written test. A committee checks your degree, credits, final mark and English, and the course council can set an integrated path within the master's if it finds gaps in your preparation. [1]
What English level do I need? Do I need IELTS?
English at CEFR B2, shown by university exams or tests, or by a certificate recognised at European or international level. Visa applicants upload a B2 certificate UniME recognises, and some categories are exempt. No specific scores are listed, so we check which proof your file can use. [1][2]
When are the 2027/28 deadlines for non-EU students?
Visa applicants can apply in the Early Bird call from 1 to 20 December 2026, if they already hold final documents and a declaration of value or CIMEA statement, then from 2 February to 19 March 2027, or from 8 April to 8 May 2027. [2]
I have a BCA or a B.Sc. in Computer Science. Can I apply?
Possibly. If your degree is assessed on credits, a BCA or B.Sc. in Computer Science often covers the 40 computing credits but can fall short of 30 in mathematics and physics. We check your transcript against both blocks and the 85 out of 110 benchmark. [1]
What careers does it lead to?
Graduates work in research and development, design and run complex IT systems, and consult at a high level. The regulations list roles such as systems analyst, software and web application designer, system administrator, network specialist and IT security specialist. [1]
How are the fees set?
UniME sets yearly fees for international students by country group, effective from 2025/26. India and Pakistan are in Group B. [3] Eligible students can apply for the ERSU Messina scholarship, and ERSU decides awards.
Can someone handle my whole application to Engineering in Computer Science at Messina?
Yes. ApplyAZ, an Italy-based consultancy that works only with public universities, checks your transcript against Messina's rules for this programme, handles the application and Universitaly pre-enrolment, helps you file the regional DSU scholarship application at the right time and in the right format, and prepares your visa file, for eligible students. Start by checking your eligibility.
I'm applying from India. What is the route into Engineering in Computer Science?
A recognised Indian bachelor's, such as a B.Tech or B.E. in Computer Science, IT or Electronics, can meet the rule if it gives 30 credits in maths and physics and 40 in computing or related engineering. A final mark equal to 85 out of 110 passes the preparation check, and you need English at B2. The steps are the UniME pre-evaluation application, an admission letter and Universitaly pre-enrolment. [1][2] Indian students apply for the type D study visa at the Italian embassy or consulate that covers their state, such as New Delhi, Mumbai or Bengaluru.
Is the route different from Pakistan, Bangladesh or Sri Lanka?
No. The academic rules for Engineering in Computer Science are the same whatever your nationality. Applicants from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka follow the same steps as India: UniME pre-evaluation application, admission letter and Universitaly pre-enrolment, then a type D study visa from the Italian mission for their country of residence. Read our guide for students in Dhaka.
I live in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman or Bahrain. Where do I apply for the visa?
At the Italian embassy or consulate responsible for the country where you legally live, after Universitaly pre-enrolment. The academic rules for Engineering in Computer Science are the same whatever your nationality, and Gulf residents follow the same steps: UniME pre-evaluation application, admission letter and Universitaly pre-enrolment. Read our guides for Dubai, Riyadh and Doha.
I studied or live in London, New York, Toronto, Vancouver, Singapore or Kuala Lumpur. What is the route?
The academic rules for Engineering in Computer Science are the same whatever your nationality, and your degree is assessed like any other foreign qualification. Non-EU applicants who live abroad follow the same route: UniME pre-evaluation application, admission letter and Universitaly pre-enrolment, then a type D study visa from the Italian mission for where they live. Read our guides for students in London, New York, Toronto, Vancouver, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.
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