Program Overview
The Computer Science and Networking at Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna 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 and Networking 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
- Location: Pisa, Italy
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Computer Science and Networking programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Parallel and distributed algorithms
- Optical amplification and sensing
- Networking architectures, components and services
- Packet switching and processing architectures
- High-Performance Scientific Computing
- Photonic switching
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission requirements
Bachelor degree in Computer Science, or Computer Engineering, or Telecommunication Engineering, or equivalent qualification degrees specified in the admission call.
Good knowledge of English language, at least corresponding to an intermediate level (B1 Level in the European Framework for foreign languages).
Selection
The number of students is limited to 40 (30 EU and 10 non- EU citizens).
The medium of instruction is the English language.
Selection is set by titles + colloquium/interview.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna
Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna
Pisa, Italy
The Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies is a special-statute, highly selective public research university located in Pisa, Italy. Together with the University of Pisa and Scuola Normale Superiore...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-19
- Language English
- Duration 24 months