Program Overview
The Physics of Complex Systems at Polytechnic University of Turin is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences 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 natural sciences. 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 Physics of Complex Systems 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 5
- Tuition: EUR 2,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Turin, Italy
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Physics of Complex Systems programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- a first semester in Trieste at SISSA (International School for Advanced Studies) and ICTP (the Abdus Salam International Center for Theoretical Physics) or, for the French students, in one of the parisian universities (courses in French);
- a second semester in Torino at the Politecnico di Torino University;
- a third semester in Paris at a consortium involving Universities Pierre & Marie Curie (Paris 6), Paris Diderot (Paris 7), Paris-Sud (Paris 11) and the Ãcole Normale Supérieure at Cachan.
- the fourth semester is dedicated to a European multidisciplinary Spring College and to a research internship.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- To be eligible for admission in a Laurea Magistrale Course, first you must hold a degree (Bachelor) awarded by an accredited foreign university after minimum 15 years of global schooling (including primary school, secondary school and university).
- Students enrolled at home university in 5 or 6 years degree programs, that have not graduated yet, must fulfill the minimum requirement of 15 years of global schooling (minimum 3 years at University level) and have 180 ECTS credits or equivalent.
English Proficiency: IELTS 5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 2,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 2,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Polytechnic University of Turin 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 Polytechnic University of Turin
Polytechnic University of Turin
Turin, Italy
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University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
