Master’s in Data Science & AI in Italy without IELTS
Which English-taught Data Science, AI and Computer Science master’s at Italian public universities accept an English-medium (MOI) letter from Pakistan, India and Bangladesh, which ones still want IELTS, and the deadlines you can’t miss.
>>> filter(level=“master”, field=“data/AI”,
taught_in=“English”, moi_ok=True)
✓ 9 programmes found
# PoliTo · PoliMi · Bicocca · Trento
# Calabria · Tor Vergata · Salerno · Padua
>>> next_deadline()
’22 Dec 2026 – Milano-Bicocca’
What is an MOI letter, and what must it say?
An MOI (Medium of Instruction) letter is an official letter from your university confirming that your degree was taught in English. Italian universities accept it only if it is clear and complete. Ask your registrar for a letter on university letterhead, signed and stamped, that says:
The words “entire programme” matter. Some universities, such as Politecnico di Torino, also want the letter to come from an institution in an accepted country. Pakistan, India and Bangladesh are on PoliTo’s list.
Data Science & AI master’s that accept an MOI letter
Checked against each university’s official admission pages in October 2026. “Last year” means the 2026/27 dates; the 2027/28 calls are usually very similar.
Data Science and Engineering
- English-taught degree accepted from listed countries, including Pakistan, India and Bangladesh
- Last year: 1st call 19 Dec – 13 Feb, 2nd call 18 Mar – 20 Apr
- Application fee €50
- Official admission page
Computer Science and Engineering
- Upload a university document confirming the teaching language instead of IELTS
- Several calls from autumn to spring; check the 2027/28 dates
- Strong AI, data and machine-learning tracks
- Competitive: high grades matter
Data Science
- Exempt from a certificate if your degree was “entirely taught in English”
- 2027/28 deadline: 22 December 2026 (apply.unimib.it)
- €30 application fee + €150 deposit
- Apply page
Artificial Intelligence for Science and Technology
- Same English rule as Data Science
- 2027/28 deadline: 22 December 2026
- Interview waived with a GPA of 3.55/4 or more
- Needs 30+ credits in CS, maths, statistics or physics
Data Science · AI Systems · Computer Science
- Declaration that your degree was “officially taught in English” accepted
- Last year (non-EU): 17 Dec – 4 Mar
- €30 fee; merit-based tuition waivers for top applicants
- Check maths credits for AI Systems and CS
Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science
- English checked in an online interview; no certificate mentioned
- UnicalAdmission call expected January 2027 (last year closed 30 Mar)
- €10 fee; scholarship places covering tuition, housing, meals and about €3,600
- Needs a BS in CS or CS Engineering
ICT and Internet Engineering
- “No need to produce any certification” if your bachelor’s was in English
- Yearly window 1 March – 30 April
- €30 assessment fee
- Good fit for networks, cloud and data engineering
Computer Science (incl. IoT track)
- Degree “officially taught in English” accepted
- Rolling interviews with a short C++/Java/database quiz
- The university notes some consulates may still ask for IELTS
Data Science
- University rules accept a degree “taught entirely in English” if your transcript or a letter states it
- 2027/28: Call 1 to 15 Nov 2026; Call 2 1 Dec 2026 – 1 Mar 2027
- €60 fee; up to €2,950 tuition
- Confirm in the programme notice before applying
Check the current call first
| Programme | University | What we found |
|---|---|---|
| Data Science & Business Informatics | Pisa | Department page asks for a B2 certificate; programme page says English is “assessed through the academic record”. Ask before applying. |
| Data Science | Sapienza, Rome | Asks for B2; an English interview may be possible. Last year’s non-EU deadline was 15 May. |
| Stochastics and Data Science | Turin | English “verified during admission”; needs a maths, statistics or physics degree. |
Programmes that still need IELTS (or similar)
| Programme | University | English proof |
|---|---|---|
| Data Science for Economics and Health | University of Milan | B2 certificate or the university’s own English test |
| Data Science | Messina | IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 72 / PTE 59 (English-taught degrees count only from a listed set of countries) |
| Data Science | Naples Federico II | Certified B2 or higher |
| Artificial Intelligence | Bologna | MOI certificates are not accepted |
| Computer Science | Genoa | Listed certificate required |
Admission requirements: what Italian universities check
- A 4-year bachelor’s (16 years of education) in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, Maths, Physics or Engineering. A 2-year BA/BSc is usually not enough.
- Enough maths and statistics credits. Many Data Science and AI programmes want 24–30 ECTS in maths, statistics or CS. Count calculus, linear algebra, discrete maths, probability and statistics on your transcript (1 Pakistani or Indian credit hour ≈ 1.5–2 ECTS).
- Good grades. Few programmes publish a fixed minimum CGPA, but grades are the main selection factor. Competitive programmes (PoliMi, Trento, Bicocca AI) favour roughly 3.3/4 and above, and Bicocca waives its AI interview at 3.55/4.
- A strong CV and statement of purpose. Projects, internships, research papers and work experience in data or AI count, especially at Pisa, Trento and Bologna.
- Verified documents. HEC (Pakistan), MEA/university (India) or Ministry of Education + e-Apostille (Bangladesh) attestation, then a CIMEA statement or a Declaration of Value for the visa.
Tuition, costs and DSU scholarship
| Item | Typical amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition at public universities | about €156 – €4,000 a year | Most link fees to family income (ISEE parificato) |
| DSU scholarship | free tuition + a yearly grant up to about €7,000 | Regional, based on family income and merit |
| Living costs | €600 – €1,100 a month | Milan is the most expensive; Calabria and Salerno are cheaper |
| Visa bank balance | €10,179.85 a year | About PKR 31.4 lakh, ₹10.8 lakh or BDT 14.1 lakh |
Bangladeshi students are on Italy’s 2026 list of particularly poor countries, so they usually pay lower fees and apply for DSU without an ISEE parificato. Pakistani and Indian students prepare the ISEE parificato documents. See the full cost of studying in Italy and our DSU scholarship guide.
Your 2027 application plan
- November 2026: get your MOI letter, transcript and degree attested; draft your CV and statement of purpose.
- By 22 December 2026: apply to Milano-Bicocca (Data Science, AI for Science and Technology).
- December – April 2027: apply to PoliTo, Trento, Calabria, Tor Vergata and Padua as their calls open.
- After admission: Universitaly pre-enrolment, then the DSU application (July – September).
- June – August 2027: student visa: Pakistan · India · Bangladesh.
Data Science & AI master’s in Italy: FAQ
Can I do a master’s in Data Science in Italy without IELTS?
Yes. Politecnico di Torino, Politecnico di Milano, Milano-Bicocca, Trento, Tor Vergata and Salerno accept an official letter confirming your bachelor’s was taught entirely in English, and Calabria checks English in an interview. Some embassies may still ask for IELTS at the visa stage.
Which Italian universities accept an MOI letter from Pakistan, India and Bangladesh?
Politecnico di Torino explicitly lists Pakistan, India and Bangladesh. Politecnico di Milano, Milano-Bicocca, Trento, Tor Vergata (ICT and Internet Engineering) and Salerno (Computer Science) accept a university document confirming English as the teaching language.
What is the deadline for Data Science master’s in Italy for 2027?
The first is Milano-Bicocca on 22 December 2026. Politecnico di Torino and Trento usually run from December to March, Calabria’s call is expected in January 2027, and Tor Vergata runs from 1 March to 30 April.
Is a BS in Information Technology accepted for a Data Science master’s in Italy?
Usually yes, if your transcript shows enough computer science, maths and statistics, typically 24 to 30 ECTS in these areas. Count your maths and statistics courses before applying.
How much does a master’s in AI in Italy cost?
Tuition at public universities is roughly €156 to €4,000 a year depending on the university and family income, and DSU scholarship winners usually pay nothing and receive a yearly grant. Living costs are about €600 to €1,100 a month.
Do I need GRE for a master’s in Data Science in Italy?
No. Italian public universities do not require GRE for these programmes. Some hold an online interview or a short technical quiz instead.
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Last checked: 26 October 2026, against official admission pages of Politecnico di Torino, Politecnico di Milano, Milano-Bicocca, Trento, Calabria, Tor Vergata, Salerno, Padua, Pisa, Sapienza, Turin, Milan, Messina, Naples Federico II, Bologna and Genoa, and DM 176/2026. English rules can change each year, so always confirm in the current call.
