Program Overview
The Materials and Production Engineering at University of Trento is a MSc programme in Engineering 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 engineering. 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 Materials and Production Engineering 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: EUR 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,959 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Trento, Italy
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Materials and Production Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Metallic\nmaterials engineering (12 credits)
- Mechanical design and machine elements (9 credits)
- Ceramic\nmaterials engineering (9 credits)
- Properties and characterization of materials (12\ncredits)
- Composite\nmaterials engineering (6 credits)
- Polymeric\nmaterials engineering (9 credits)
- A specific course of 6 ECTS on the basis of the\ncurriculum chosen by the student:\n- Design methods for industrial engineering (6 credits) for the curriculum\nManufacturing and Product Development\n- Solid state physics (6 credits) for the curriculum Energy, Environment\nand Sustainable Development\n- Principles of bioengineering (6 credits) for the curriculum Bio-related\nand Functional Materials\n- Operations research (6 credits) for the curriculum Industrial Processes\nManagement and Optimization
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants\nwill be required to upload the following supporting documents in electronic\nformat:
\n- a copy of a valid passport\n(photo and personal data only)
- curriculum vitae et studiorum
- a copy of the degree certificate\nor the certificate of enrollment including the expected graduation date
- a copy of the transcript of\nacademic record including examinations, results and credits. Full information on the\ngrading scale are required and if not provided, the application form will be\nnot considered
- a copy of the English language\ncertificate, or a writing statement issued by the university stating that\nEnglish is the official teaching language, or a self-declaration of the status
- a statement of purpose
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,959 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,959 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Trento 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 University of Trento
University of Trento
Trento, Italy
University of Trento (Università degli Studi di Trento) is a respected public research university in Trento, northern Italy, established in 1962 and known for its strong commitment to research,...
University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
