Master in European and American Languages and Literatures at University of Padua
Two-year Padua master in European and American Languages and Literatures whose English Studies track is taught fully in English, covering English linguistics, Anglo-American literature, the history of English and literary translation. Entry needs 24 English credits and an 85% average.
Master
2 years
Padua
Multiple
University of Padua
European and American Languages and Literatures is a two-year, 120 ECTS master's degree (class LM-37-R) at the University of Padua whose English Studies track is taught in English. Entry needs a three-year degree in languages and literatures with 24 English credits, an average of at least 85% of the maximum and strong English. A regional scholarship brings a fee exemption, so it can be tuition-free for eligible students.
Entry requirements
Detailed entry requirements
Padua's English Studies track of European and American Languages and Literatures asks for a bachelor's of at least three years in languages and literatures with 24 credits in English or American language and literature, an average of at least 85% of the maximum, an entry title that meets Padua's rules for your country, and English at B2 on the admissions portal or C1 on the programme page. Reviewed 8 October 2026. [1]
Degree and credit requirement
You need a minimum three-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in languages and literatures. It must include: [1]
- At least 12 credits in English or American language
- At least 12 credits in English or American literature or culture, for 24 credits in total
Candidates with at least 6 credits in linguistics, language teaching or Germanic philology are given further preference. [1]
Grade and country rules
Your average grade must be at least 85% of the maximum possible, calculated with your country's grade scale and grade distribution. [1] Padua also sets entry titles country by country, and its Admissions and Welcome Unit decides whether a foreign qualification meets them. [3] The 2027/28 country list sets these rules for a master's degree: [3]
- India: a 3 or 4-year Honours bachelor's, a professional bachelor's of 4, 5 or 5.5 years, or a 3-year pass or general bachelor's plus a postgraduate bachelor's or at least a 1-year master's. Minimum GPA 70/100 or 7.0/10.
- Pakistan: a 3-year bachelor's (Honours), a 4 or 5-year professional bachelor's, or a 2-year pass bachelor's plus a 2-year master's, an LL.B. or a B.Ed. Minimum GPA 3.3/4.0.
- Bangladesh: a 4-year Honours bachelor's or a 4 or 5-year professional bachelor's. Minimum GPA 3.3/4.0.
- Sri Lanka: a 4-year bachelor's or a Special Degree. Minimum GPA 3.0/4.0.
The programme's own 85% rule is stricter than these country minimums, so it is the one to plan around. [1][3]
What this means for your transcript
As a guide, based on the rules above:
- Usually a fit: a BA (Honours) in English or English Literature with separate English language and literature papers, or a pass BA in English followed by an MA in English, with a very strong average.
- Check carefully: a BA in Linguistics, Functional English or Comparative Literature, or a BA where English is one of several subjects. These may meet the field rule but need 12 credits in each of English language and English literature. A strong average below 85% of the maximum also needs checking.
- Often short: a B.Com, BBA, B.Sc, BCA, B.Tech or B.E., which are not degrees in languages and literatures.
English
The 2027/28 admissions portal asks for English at CEFR B2 or equivalent. [1] The university's programme page asks for C1 and states that no certificate is required. [7]
Padua's general rule for English-taught programmes asks applicants with a foreign qualification to show at least B2, in line with each programme's regulations, and lists accepted certificates such as IELTS 6.0, Cambridge B2 First 173 and PTE Academic 65. Certificates can be submitted after applying, up to 31 July 2027. [4]
Because the pages differ, we confirm the rule that applies to your file and plan on a certificate at the higher level where needed.
Selection
No entrance test is listed. The track has open admission with requirements, so admission depends on meeting the degree, credit and grade rules above. You can apply to a programme only once per academic year. [1][7]
2027/28 application calls
- Call One: 15 September to 15 November 2026 (11:59 pm CET).
- Call Two: 1 December 2026 to 1 March 2027.
- Call Three: 1 April to 1 June 2027, only for EU students and non-EU students living in Italy.
Studies begin on 1 October 2027. [1]
You can apply before you graduate, as long as you complete your degree by 31 July 2027. [3]
Documents and non-EU steps
You apply on Padua's admissions portal, where English Studies has its own entry, and pay a one-time €60 application fee. [1] You upload, in PDF: [6]
- Your passport
- Your transcript or marksheets
- Your degree certificate, if already obtained
- A CV and a motivation letter
- Your language certificate, where you have one
Diplomas and transcripts must be official and in Italian or English, or come with official translations. No legalised documents are needed to apply. [1][6]
If you are admitted, you pay a non-refundable €208 admission fee to accept your place. You then submit original and translated or legalised copies of your previous qualifications, and bring the originals when you arrive. [1]
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 Padua, admissions portal for international applicants. English Studies course page (study track of European and American Languages and Literatures): entry qualification, grade, language requirement, application calls and fees, academic year 2027/28. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
- University of Padua, Department of Linguistic and Literary Studies. European and American Languages and Literatures (LM-37 R) course page: curricula, teaching language and access type, 2026 cohort. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
- University of Padua, Global Engagement Office. Specific entry requirements for qualifications awarded by non-Italian education systems, academic year 2027/28. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
- University of Padua. Language requirement for degree programmes taught in English, with the list of accepted English certificates and exemptions, 2027/28 selection. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
- University of Padua. Tuition fees and exemptions notice, academic year 2026/27. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
- University of Padua, admissions portal. Documents required for your application, 2027/28 calls. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
- University of Padua, School of Human and Social Sciences and Cultural Heritage. English Studies (study track) programme page: degree class, access type, language and entry requirements for 2027/28 calls. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
About the programme
European and American Languages and Literatures (Lingue e letterature europee e americane) is a two-year, 120 ECTS master's degree in class LM-37-R at the University of Padua. Its English Studies track is held completely in English in Padua, while the degree's other curricula are taught in Italian. [1][2] The track is run by the Department of Linguistic and Literary Studies within the School of Human and Social Sciences and Cultural Heritage, with open admission subject to requirements.
English Studies offers advanced study of English language, literature and culture for students who want both up-to-date knowledge of the field and professional skills. It suits graduates in languages and literatures with a strong English background who are aiming at teaching, translation, publishing or research.
What you will study
The English Studies track combines linguistics, literature, the history of the language and translation, with teaching approaches added in the second year. Course units on the 2027/28 admissions portal include:
- Special Topics in English Linguistics (year 1)
- English Language and Linguistics (year 1) and English Language and Linguistics II (year 2)
- English/Anglo-American Literature (both years)
- History of English (year 1)
- Philology of English Medieval Texts (year 1)
- Literary Translation (year 2)
- Critical and Teaching Approaches to English Literature (year 2)
- Performative Approaches to English Language Studies (year 2)
Career paths
The university describes the track as responding to a lively job market and as fully accessible to international students. It lists these areas for graduates:
- Teaching English language and literature
- Literary and specialised translation
- Communication in English in the media, and journalism
- Work with cultural institutions and publishers
- Doctoral programmes and research
Fees and scholarships
Degrees of the School of Human and Social Sciences and Cultural Heritage belong to fee Group A. Under the 2026/27 fee call, non-EU students whose household lives abroad pay a fixed €2,790 a year, or €930 if they are citizens of a country on the ministry's list of particularly poor countries. An ISEE parificato reduces only the regional tax. [5] Winners of the Veneto regional scholarship, run by the University of Padua, are exempt, so this programme can be tuition-free for eligible students. The fees page has the full rules.
How to apply from outside the EU
We apply for the English Studies track on apply.unipd.it, where it has its own entry. We upload your transcript, degree certificate, CV and motivation letter, plus the €60 fee; legalised copies are not needed at this stage. For 2027/28, non-EU applicants living abroad can apply from 15 September to 15 November 2026 or from 1 December 2026 to 1 March 2027. [1]
After admission you pay a non-refundable €208 fee to take up the place, we complete Universitaly pre-enrolment, and you apply for a type D study visa. To enrol, you present your original qualification documents with translated or legalised copies, and you must complete your degree by 31 July 2027. Lessons begin on 1 October 2027. [1][3]
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 Padua's entry rules for this programme.
- We write your CV and a tailored statement of purpose.
- We prepare and submit your online application on Padua's admissions portal, place acceptance and Universitaly pre-enrolment.
- We help you declare your family income for reduced fees and file your University of Padua 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
What bachelor's degree do I need for English Studies at Padua?
A bachelor's of at least three years in languages and literatures, with at least 12 credits in English or American language and 12 in English or American literature or culture. Credits in linguistics, language teaching or Germanic philology give preference, and your average must be at least 85% of the maximum. [1]
Is the English Studies track taught in English?
Yes. English Studies is a study track of European and American Languages and Literatures held completely in English in Padua. The degree's other curricula are taught in Italian, and English Studies has its own entry on the admissions portal. [1][2]
What English level is required? Do I need IELTS?
The 2027/28 admissions portal asks for B2 or equivalent, while the programme page asks for C1 and says no certificate is required. Padua's general list accepts IELTS 6.0 for B2. We confirm the rule for your file and plan on a certificate where needed. [1][4][7]
Is there an entrance test?
No entrance test is listed. The track has open admission with requirements, so admission depends on your degree, your English language and literature credits and an average of at least 85% of the maximum. [1][7]
When is the deadline for non-EU students?
For 2027/28, non-EU applicants living abroad can apply from 15 September to 15 November 2026, or from 1 December 2026 to 1 March 2027. The third call is only for EU students and non-EU students living in Italy. Classes start on 1 October 2027. [1]
Can I apply before I graduate?
Yes. You can apply before you finish your degree, as long as you complete it by 31 July 2027. A certificate showing you have completed the study cycle can stand in for the final diploma. [3]
I have a BA in English from India. Can I apply?
Possibly. A BA (Honours) in English usually covers the English language and literature credits. A three-year pass BA also needs a postgraduate degree under Padua's rule for India. In both cases you need an average of at least 85% of the maximum. [1][3]
What careers does it lead to?
Graduates can apply for jobs in teaching English language and literature, translation, communication in English in the media, journalism, and work with cultural institutions and publishers. They can also continue into doctoral programmes. [1]
Can someone handle my whole application to English Studies at Padua?
Yes. ApplyAZ, an Italy-based consultancy that works only with public universities, checks your transcript against Padua's rules for this programme, handles the application and Universitaly pre-enrolment, helps you file the University of Padua 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 English Studies?
A three or four-year Honours BA in English, or a three-year pass BA plus a postgraduate degree, can fit if it holds at least 12 credits in English language and 12 in English literature, with an average of at least 85% of the maximum and strong English. The steps are the online application, accepting your place and Universitaly pre-enrolment. [1][3] 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 English Studies are the same whatever your nationality. Applicants from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka follow the same steps as India: online application, acceptance of the place 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 English Studies are the same whatever your nationality, and Gulf residents follow the same steps: online application, acceptance of the place and Universitaly pre-enrolment. Read our guides for Dubai, Riyadh and Doha.
I'm applying from the UK, US, Canada, Singapore or Malaysia. Is anything different?
The academic rules are identical. Non-EU applicants who live abroad, including citizens of these countries, follow the same route: online application, acceptance of the place and Universitaly pre-enrolment, then a type D study visa. Read our guides for London, New York, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.
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