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Computer Science

Sapienza University of Rome Rank ##2 in Italy (QS 2024)
Tuition EUR 1,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Deadline 2015-04-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Rome, Italy
Language English

Program Overview

The Computer Science at Sapienza University of Rome is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Computer Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Italy and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Tuition: EUR 1,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Roma, Italy

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Computer Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:

  1. Software Engineer / Developer
  2. Data Scientist
  3. Machine Learning Engineer
  4. IT Project Manager
  5. Cybersecurity Analyst
  6. Cloud Solutions Architect

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Algorithmics
  2. Computability and Calculability
  3. Compilers
  4. Cryptography
  5. Advanced Software Engineering
  6. Computation Models
  7. Information Theory
  8. Machine Learning
  9. Big Data Computing
  10. Natural Language Processing
  11. Human-Computer Interaction
  12. Formal Methods for Software Development
  13. Graph Theory
  14. Web and Social Information Extraction
  15. Advanced Algorithms
  16. Network Algorithms
  17. Elective in Networking and Systems
  18. Computational Complexity
  19. Computational Intractability
  20. Fundamentals of Computer Graphics
  21. Formal Automatic Verification Methods
  22. Data and Network Security
  23. Biometric Systems
  24. Wireless Systems
  25. Computer Vision

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

All degree programmes require an assessment of curricular requirements and competences. If the degree programme you are interested in has restricted access, you will also need to pass an entrance examination before enrolling at Sapienza.

All applicants must:

  • Present a legalised academic title
  • Pre-enrol at an Italian Embassy or consulate (only for non-EU students residing abroad)
  • Satisfy Sapienza admission requirements
  • Submit an application (if required by degree programme)
  • English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    EUR 1,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

    Tuition fees: EUR 1,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

    IELTS requirement: 6

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact Sapienza University of Rome directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

    About Sapienza University of Rome

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    Sapienza University of Rome

    Rome, Italy

    Sapienza University of Rome (Università degli Studi di Roma “La Sapienza”) is a historic and prestigious public research university in Rome, Italy, founded in 1303, making it one of the oldest...

    University Profile
    • Application Deadline 2015-04-18
    • Start Date 2018-09-01
    • Language English
    • Duration 24 months