Master in Industrial Bioengineering at University of Naples Federico II
Two-year English-taught LM-21 master's at Federico II in Naples that joins industrial engineering with biology to design medical devices, with tracks in data-driven theranostics or biomedical device design and technologies.
Master
2 years
Naples
English
University of Naples Federico II
Industrial Bioengineering is a two-year, 120 ECTS master's degree (class LM-21, biomedical engineering) taught entirely in English at the University of Naples Federico II. It trains engineers to design and produce diagnostic and therapeutic devices. Fees follow income and non-EU exemptions apply, so it can be tuition-free for eligible students.
Entry requirements
- A bachelor's degree in information or industrial engineering (Italian classes L-8 or L-9); foreign degrees are assessed case by case, usually biomedical, materials or chemical engineering.
- An average grade above 24/30, or a CGPA of at least 8.00 out of 10 for graduates from abroad.
- English at B2 level (CEFR), shown by a suitable certificate.
- No entrance test: the Teaching Coordination Commission checks your curricular requirements and personal preparation.
- Foreign qualifications with a Diploma Supplement, CIMEA certificate or declaration of value, legalisations and translations as required.
About the programme
Industrial Bioengineering is a two-year master's degree (laurea magistrale, class LM-21, biomedical engineering) worth 120 ECTS and taught entirely in English. It is run by the Department of Chemical, Materials and Industrial Production Engineering (DICMAPI) within the Polytechnic and Basic Sciences School of the University of Naples Federico II. You complete 12 exams, including the final degree exam.
The course joins industrial engineering with the biological and medical sciences to design, develop and manufacture diagnostic and therapeutic devices. It covers device design, manufacturing processes and regulatory affairs alongside biochemistry, cell biology, data analysis and modelling. It suits information or industrial engineering graduates who want to work on medical technology.
What you will study
A shared core runs through all four semesters, and you add one of two tracks: Data Driven Design and Modelling in Theranostics, or Design and Technologies for Biomedical Devices. The plan includes 27 credits of track courses, 15 credits of free choices (which can form a Minor in Applied Machine Learning), 3 credits of other activities and a 15 credit thesis. Units include:
- Design of Biomedical Devices and Bioinformatics and Data Analysis (9 ECTS each)
- Biochemistry, and Cell and Molecular Biology (6 ECTS each)
- Microfluidics for Lab-on-Chip, and Analysis and Simulation of Structures in Biomechanics
- Tissue Engineering and Organ-on-Chip Technologies and Nanomedicine (9 ECTS each)
- Theranostics track: Diagnostic Devices, Machine Learning Methods for Biomedical Data, Engineering and Modelling of Biosystems, and Neuroengineering or Organic Bioelectronics
- Devices track: Thermodynamics and Transport Phenomena in Living Systems, Endoprostheses and Artificial Organs, and Bioprinting and Biofabrication or Continuum Modelling in Mechanobiology
How the programme is taught
The 3 credits of other activities can come from lab work in DICMAPI or other university labs, internships in research labs or companies, workplace safety training, seminars or relevant MOOCs. The thesis is a research project agreed with a supervisor, carried out in university labs, research institutions or companies, or abroad through Erasmus+ and Erasmus Traineeship.
Career paths
The university describes graduates working across the biomedical and healthcare industry, bringing new devices to market.
- medical device companies: product engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance and R&D
- pharmaceutical companies: drug delivery systems, including nanomedicine
- diagnostics: imaging and lab-on-a-chip tools for early detection
- public and private research on regenerative medicine and nanomedicine
- biomedical consulting on certification and market entry
- cosmetics and nutraceuticals
Fees and scholarships
The course's admission page states that non-EU students are exempt from the tuition fee and pay only the regional tax and a €16 stamp duty; the regional tax is €130 to €173 by ISEE in the 2026/27 fee simulator. Other students pay an ISEE-based contribution. ADISURC runs Campania's DSU grants, and Federico II promotes its international courses through Study in Naples grants, so this degree can be tuition-free for eligible students.
How to apply from outside the EU
Graduates from abroad fill in the course's online form and are assessed case by case, usually with a CGPA of at least 8.00 out of 10 and an English certificate. If the outcome is positive, you can ask for a pre-acceptance letter to support your visa application.
You then pre-enrol on Universitaly for Federico II and this degree; the 2026/27 deadline was 15 June 2026. Bring your Diploma Supplement, CIMEA certificate or declaration of value and translations. The 2027/28 dates are not published yet.
How ApplyAZ helps
If this programme fits your goals, ApplyAZ can include it in a shortlist of 20 to 30 English-taught programmes at Italian public universities. We write your CV and a tailored statement of purpose, submit your applications and Universitaly pre-enrolment, file your DSU scholarship application and prepare your visa file, with a named person on each stage. The university decides admission, the region decides the scholarship and the consulate decides the visa. See how ApplyAZ works or check your eligibility.
Questions and answers
Is Industrial Bioengineering taught in English?
Yes. The course is taught entirely in English, and applicants need English at least at B2 level on the CEFR scale.
Which bachelor's degrees are accepted?
Italian classes L-8 (information engineering) and L-9 (industrial engineering). Degrees from abroad are assessed case by case; graduates in biomedical, materials or chemical engineering can generally be admitted.
What grades do I need?
An average above 24/30 for Italian degrees. Graduates from abroad are generally expected to have a CGPA of at least 8.00 out of 10 and a suitable English certificate.
Is there an entrance test?
No. Admission depends on a check of your curricular requirements and personal preparation. Foreign applicants are evaluated through the course's online form.
When can I apply for 2027/28?
The 2027/28 dates are not published yet. For 2026/27 the Universitaly pre-enrolment deadline for Federico II was 15 June 2026.
How much does it cost?
The course page says non-EU students are exempt from tuition and pay only the regional tax and €16 stamp duty. ADISURC grants and Study in Naples grants are open to eligible students.
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