Master in Mechanical Engineering at University of Cassino and Southern Lazio

Detailed entry requirements

Cassino's Mechanical Engineering master asks for a bachelor's in mechanical engineering or an equivalent degree with a CGPA of at least 7.0/10, a transcript covering chemistry, physics, thermodynamics and mechanics, English at B2 and a positive review by the Admission Committee. Reviewed 8 October 2026. [1]

Degree and grade rule

The programme asks for a bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent degree, obtained with a First Class result: a CGPA of at least 7.0/10, 2.8/4 or 14/20. Your transcripts must show a knowledge base in chemistry, physics, thermodynamics and mechanics. Degrees obtained no more than five years before the year of application are preferred, and degrees other than Mechanical Engineering are assessed individually by the Admission Committee. [2]

The 2025/26 teaching regulations treat the subject requirements as met by an Italian industrial engineering bachelor's (class L-9) or by holding, before enrolment: [1]

• At least 36 CFU in basic sciences: computer science, mathematics (algebra, geometry, analysis, probability, mathematical physics, numerical analysis, operations research), statistics, chemistry and physics.
• At least 45 CFU in mechanical engineering subjects: fluid machines, energy systems, applied thermodynamics, mechanical and thermal measurements, applied mechanics, machine design, industrial drawing and industrial plants.

Meeting these criteria does not by itself secure a place: the committee reviews every file. [2]

Automatic admission

You are admitted automatically if you hold a bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent degree with a CGPA of at least 8.0/10, 3.2/4 or 16/20, a B2 English certificate from TOEFL or IELTS, a degree obtained no more than three years before the year of application, and the same knowledge base in chemistry, physics, thermodynamics and mechanics. [2]

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 your subjects, not just your total. As a guide, based on the rule above:

• Usually a fit: a B.Tech or B.E. in Mechanical Engineering with a CGPA of 7.0/10 or above and courses in machine design, thermodynamics, fluid machines and manufacturing.
• Check carefully: a B.Tech or B.E. in Production, Industrial, Automobile, Aerospace or Mechatronics Engineering. These are assessed individually, and the question is whether your transcript reaches the 45 credits in mechanical subjects.
• Often short: a B.Tech or B.E. in Electrical, Electronics, Civil or Computer Science Engineering, or a B.Sc. in Physics or Mathematics, usually covers the basic sciences but lacks the mechanical engineering block. A BCA, B.Com, BBA or BA does not cover the required subjects.

English

English at CEFR B2 or higher, written and spoken. The regulations accept a certificate, a university English test or the admission interview as proof. For general admission the programme accepts a B2 certificate of any kind, while automatic admission needs TOEFL or IELTS. No minimum scores are listed. [1][2]

The university also accepts a declaration that your previous degree was taught in English, but the programme notes that Italian consulates usually expect a valid B2 certificate, such as IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo, for the visa. We plan your file with that in mind. [2]

Admission review and interview

Applicants with a foreign degree are always assessed by the Admission Committee, made up of three teachers on the programme. It decides from your documents or through an admission interview on basic and mechanical engineering subjects and your motivation. There is no written entrance test. The programme says applicants usually hear the outcome within a week. [1][2]

Deadlines

These rules come from the 2025/26 teaching regulations and the programme website. For 2026/27, the programme website gave an application deadline of 30 June 2026, and Universitaly pre-enrolment for a new academic year opens only from the end of March. The next round sets the 2027/28 dates. [1][2]

You can apply before you graduate if your graduation day falls before the enrolment deadline. [2]

Documents and non-EU steps

Applicants without an Italian bachelor's apply in the pre-admission section for international students on the university's GOMP portal, with: [2]

• University transcript, or an EU Diploma Supplement
• CV
• Motivation letter
• English certificate
• Valid passport or identity card

If you are pre-admitted and need a visa, you complete Universitaly pre-enrolment, apply for a type D study visa and enrol in Cassino once the visa is granted. [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.

1. University of Cassino and Southern Lazio, Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering (DICEM). Teaching regulations of the Master's degree programme in Mechanical Engineering (LM-33), academic year 2025/26. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
2. University of Cassino and Southern Lazio, Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering programme website: overview, admission criteria and how to apply pages, 2026/27 application round. Reviewed 8 October 2026.
3. University of Cassino and Southern Lazio, International UNICAS. Fees and funding page, undated. Reviewed 8 October 2026.

What bachelor's degree do I need for Cassino's Mechanical Engineering master?

A bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent degree with a CGPA of at least 7.0/10, 2.8/4 or 14/20, and transcripts showing chemistry, physics, thermodynamics and mechanics. The regulations also count 36 credits in basic sciences plus 45 in mechanical engineering subjects as meeting the subject rule. [1][2]

Is there an entrance exam?

No written test. The Admission Committee reviews foreign degrees from your documents and can hold an admission interview on basic and mechanical engineering subjects and your motivation. The programme says applicants usually hear the outcome within a week. [1][2]

What English level is required? Do I need IELTS?

English at CEFR B2. Any B2 certificate meets the general criteria, but automatic admission accepts only TOEFL or IELTS. The university also accepts proof of an English-taught degree, yet consulates usually expect a B2 certificate for the visa, so we plan for one. [1][2]

When is the deadline for non-EU students?

For 2026/27, the programme website gave an application deadline of 30 June 2026, and Universitaly pre-enrolment opens from the end of March. The 2027/28 deadline is not yet published, and we track it for eligible students. [2]

Can I apply before I graduate?

Yes, if your graduation day falls before the enrolment deadline. The programme prefers degrees obtained no more than five years before the year of application, or three years for automatic admission. [2]

I have a B.Tech in Production or Automobile Engineering. Can I apply?

Possibly. Degrees other than Mechanical Engineering are assessed individually by the Admission Committee. What counts is whether your transcript shows enough mechanical subjects, such as machine design, thermodynamics, fluid machines and measurements, alongside maths, physics and chemistry. [1][2]

What does the programme cover?

Mechanical design, energy systems, smart production and industrial automation, with two focus areas: Smart Energy, and Automotive and Sustainability. The final semester is a 15-credit traineeship and a 15-credit thesis written in English. [1][2]

Can someone handle my whole application to Mechanical Engineering at Cassino?

Yes. ApplyAZ, an Italy-based consultancy that works only with public universities, checks your transcript against Cassino's rules for this programme, handles the application and Universitaly pre-enrolment, helps you file the DiSCo Lazio 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 Mechanical Engineering?

A recognised Indian B.Tech or B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent degree, can meet the rule if you graduated with a CGPA of at least 7.0 out of 10 and your transcript covers chemistry, physics, thermodynamics and mechanics. You also need English at B2. The steps are pre-admission on the university portal, Universitaly pre-enrolment and the study visa. [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 Mechanical Engineering are the same whatever your nationality. Applicants from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka follow the same steps as India: pre-admission application, pre-admission offer 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 Mechanical Engineering are the same whatever your nationality, and Gulf residents follow the same steps: pre-admission application, pre-admission offer 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 Mechanical 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: pre-admission application, pre-admission offer 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.