Master in Mathematical Engineering at University of Naples Federico II
Two-year English-taught LM-44 master's at Federico II in Naples combining applied mathematics, scientific computing and engineering, with information or industrial and civil engineering curricula. Entry needs 24 maths, 12 physics and 6 computing credits and B2 English.
Master
2 years
Naples
English
University of Naples Federico II
Mathematical Engineering is a two-year, 120 ECTS master's degree (class LM-44) taught in English at the University of Naples Federico II. Entry needs a bachelor's in engineering, mathematics or a related field with at least 24 credits in maths, 12 in physics and 6 in computing, plus English at B2. Fees follow family income, so it can be tuition-free for eligible students.
Entry requirements
Detailed entry requirements
Federico II's Mathematical Engineering master asks for a bachelor's in engineering, mathematics or a closely related field with at least 24 CFU in maths, 12 in physics and 6 in computing, English at B2 and a check of your personal preparation, with each application assessed as a whole. These rules come from the 2025/26 regulations and the 2026/27 programme page. Reviewed 8 October 2026. [1]
Degree and credit rule
The 2025/26 regulations admit graduates of these Italian degree classes: L-7 Civil and Environmental Engineering, L-8 Information Engineering, L-9 Industrial Engineering, L-23 Building Sciences and Techniques, and L-35 Mathematical Sciences. Your previous studies must include: [1]
- At least 24 CFU in mathematics: 18 in mathematical analysis (MATH-03/A) and 6 in geometry (MATH-02/B).
- At least 12 CFU in physics (PHYS-01/A).
- At least 6 CFU in computer science or computer engineering (INFO-01/A or IINF-05/A).
The 2026/27 programme page says applicants are generally expected to hold a bachelor's in mathematics, engineering, physics or a closely related discipline, and that each application is assessed as a whole. International students with an Italian university degree are admitted under the same conditions as Italian students. [2]
What this means for your transcript
Italian CFU and the credits on a foreign transcript are not the same unit: one CFU stands for 25 hours of student work, and the commission looks at your subjects, not just your total. [1] As a guide, based on the rule above:
- Usually a fit: a B.Tech or B.E. in any branch with several engineering mathematics courses (calculus, differential equations, linear algebra), physics and a programming course, or a B.Sc. in Mathematics that includes physics and programming.
- Check carefully: a B.Sc. in Physics, which the programme page names and which usually covers the maths and physics blocks but may be light on computing; a B.Tech with a single physics course, which may fall short of 12 physics credits; and a B.Sc. in Computer Science or a BCA, which can lack physics.
- Often short: a B.Com, BBA, BA, or a B.Sc. in Chemistry or Biology, which usually lack the analysis, physics and computing blocks.
English
You need English at B2 or higher, which the regulations say can be shown by a suitable certificate. [1] The programme page asks applicants to demonstrate B2 proficiency. Neither source lists specific tests or minimum scores. [2]
Selection
There is no entrance test, and admission is open with no local quota. The coordination commission admits you after checking your English and the adequacy of your personal preparation, using the procedures common to Federico II's engineering master's degrees. The regulations do not give the details of that check. [1][2]
Deadlines
The regulations do not set application dates. The 2026/27 programme page says enrolment is usually possible from 16 July to 31 October. [2]
For 2026/27, Federico II's international admission page gave non-EU applicants living abroad until 15 June 2026 to pre-enrol on Universitaly and until 30 November 2026 to submit the visa application at the Italian embassy or consulate. The next notice sets the 2027/28 dates. [3]
Documents and non-EU steps
The programme sends international applicants to Universitaly. [4] Non-EU applicants living abroad pre-enrol there, naming Federico II, this degree and the embassy or consulate where they will apply for the visa. Pre-enrolment alone does not grant admission, and Federico II does not issue separate admission letters for the visa: you take the pre-enrolment summary validated by the university to the embassy or consulate. [3]
For the assessment of your qualification and for enrolment, Federico II asks for: [3]
- a Diploma Supplement and exam certificates
- a CIMEA certificate or a declaration of value
- translations and legalisations where required
- at enrolment: a passport copy, the application form, a passport photo, an Italian tax code and proof of your residence permit application
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 Naples Federico II, Polytechnic and Basic Sciences School, Department of Mathematics and Applications Renato Caccioppoli. Didactic regulations, Master's degree in Mathematical Engineering (class LM-44), in force from academic year 2025/2026. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
- University of Naples Federico II, orientation portal. Mathematical Engineering programme page, updated for academic year 2026/2027. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
- University of Naples Federico II, international office. Admission regulation for international students, with 2026 pre-enrolment and visa deadlines. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
- University of Naples Federico II, Mathematical Engineering programme website: general information, how to apply, and thesis and seminar pages, undated. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
About the programme
Mathematical Engineering is a two-year master's degree (laurea magistrale, class LM-44, mathematical modelling for engineering) worth 120 ECTS and taught in English.
It is run by the Department of Mathematics and Applications "Renato Caccioppoli" within the Polytechnic and Basic Sciences School of the University of Naples Federico II.
The course sits at the frontier between engineering and mathematics. It combines mathematical theory, practical engineering and scientific computing, and builds skills in modelling, numerical simulation, data analysis and probability and statistics.
It suits graduates in mathematics, engineering or physics who want to solve complex real-world problems with advanced applied maths.
What you will study
You choose Curriculum A, oriented to information engineering, or Curriculum B, oriented to industrial and civil engineering.
Each has compulsory units plus options from three groups, 12 ECTS of free choice, 3 ECTS of further activities such as seminars, and an 18 ECTS final exam. Core and option units include:
- Real and Functional Analysis and Mathematical Physics Models
- Numerical Methods and Nonlinear Systems (9 ECTS each)
- Thermodynamics and Transport Phenomena
- Computational Fluid Dynamics and Electrodynamics of Continuous Media
- Curriculum A options: Deep Learning, Algorithms and Parallel Computing, Information Theory, Operational Research
- Curriculum B options: Partial Differential Equations, Stochastic Processes, Nonlinear Dynamics and Control, Theory of Elasticity
- Paired modules such as Statistical Methods for Industrial Process Monitoring with Signal Theory or Economic Theory
How the programme is taught
Some first-semester courses in year one are partly delivered as MOOCs on the Federica Web Learning platform, introduced in an online orientation meeting. You can earn the further-activity credits by attending the Colloquia in Mathematical Engineering seminar series.
The thesis is an academic essay presenting original results, defended before a committee.
Internal double degrees with the MSc in Mathematics and in Engineering are possible, and the course site lists an international double degree in Mathematical Analysis and Modelling with partners including Augsburg, Rouen and Seville, plus Erasmus+ exchanges.
Career paths
The course points graduates to industry and academic research, where employers need people who can formulate a problem, model it mathematically, code it and interpret the results. Graduates can also continue directly into PhD programmes.
- aerospace, precision mechanics and metalworking
- shipbuilding, energy efficiency and renewable energy
- chemistry, materials and electronic components
- ICT, logistics and transport systems
- packaging
Fees and scholarships
Federico II's international admission page states that non-EU students are exempt from the tuition fee, so the programme can be tuition-free for eligible students. [3]
The Campania DSU body, ADISURC, offers income-based grants, so this degree can be tuition-free for eligible students.
How to apply from outside the EU
The course reviews each application as a whole, looking for a bachelor's in mathematics, engineering, physics or a closely related subject and B2 English. The regulations also set minimum credits in maths, physics and computing. Enrolment usually runs from 16 July to 31 October. [1][2]
If you live outside the EU, we also pre-enrol you on Universitaly, choosing Federico II, this degree and your consulate, and then you apply for a type D study visa.
For 2026/27, Federico II's pre-enrolment deadline was 15 June 2026, and visa applications had to be submitted by 30 November 2026. Your qualification is assessed with a Diploma Supplement, exam certificates, a CIMEA certificate or declaration of value, and translations and legalisations where required. The 2027/28 dates are pending. [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 Federico II's entry rules for this programme.
- We write your CV and a tailored statement of purpose.
- We prepare and submit your degree review by the course and Universitaly pre-enrolment.
- We help you declare your family income for reduced fees and file your ADISURC Campania 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 Federico II's Mathematical Engineering master?
The regulations list Italian engineering classes L-7, L-8, L-9 and L-23 and mathematics class L-35, with at least 24 CFU in maths, 12 in physics and 6 in computing. The programme page expects a bachelor's in mathematics, engineering, physics or a related field, assessed as a whole. [1][2]
Is there an entrance exam?
No entrance test, and admission is open with no local quota. The coordination commission checks your English and your personal preparation, using the procedures common to Federico II's engineering master's degrees, and assesses each application as a whole. [1][2]
What English level is required? Do I need IELTS?
You need English at B2 or higher, which can be shown by a suitable certificate. The regulations and programme page do not name specific tests or scores, so we check which certificate your file can use. [1][2]
When is the deadline for non-EU students?
For 2026/27, Federico II gave non-EU applicants living abroad until 15 June 2026 to pre-enrol on Universitaly and until 30 November 2026 to submit the visa application. Enrolment usually runs from 16 July to 31 October. The 2027/28 dates are not yet published. [2][3]
I have a B.Sc. in Physics or a B.Tech in Computer Science. Can I apply?
Possibly. The programme page names physics graduates, and physics degrees usually cover the maths and physics credits, but check the 6 computing credits. Computer science degrees usually cover maths and computing but can fall short of the 12 physics credits. We check your transcript first. [1][2]
Is Mathematical Engineering taught in English?
Yes. The teaching language is English. Some first-semester courses in the first year are partly delivered online through the Federica Web Learning platform, introduced in an online orientation meeting. [1][2][4]
What is the difference between the two curricula?
Curriculum A focuses on information engineering, with options such as Deep Learning, Algorithms and Parallel Computing and Information Theory. Curriculum B focuses on industrial and civil engineering, with options such as Partial Differential Equations, Stochastic Processes and Theory of Elasticity. [1][2]
Is there a double degree?
Yes. The international double degree in Mathematical Analysis and Modelling, with partners including Augsburg, Rouen and Seville, has you spend the third, or third and fourth, semesters abroad after at least 45 ECTS in Naples. The thesis is written and defended in English. [1]
Can someone handle my whole application to Mathematical Engineering at Federico II?
Yes. ApplyAZ, an Italy-based consultancy that works only with public universities, checks your transcript against Federico II's rules for this programme, handles the application and Universitaly pre-enrolment, helps you file the ADISURC Campania 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 Mathematical Engineering?
A recognised Indian bachelor's, such as a B.Tech, B.E. or B.Sc. in Mathematics, can meet the degree rule if it includes at least 24 credits in maths (18 in analysis and 6 in geometry), 12 in physics and 6 in computing. You also need English at B2. The steps are the course's review of your degree and Universitaly pre-enrolment. [1] 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 Mathematical Engineering are the same whatever your nationality. Applicants from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka follow the same steps as India: a review of your degree by the course 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 Mathematical Engineering are the same whatever your nationality, and Gulf residents follow the same steps: a review of your degree by the course 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 Mathematical Engineering 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: a review of your degree by the course 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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