Technical University Degree Courses in Italy

Politecnico di Milano:
The "Politecnico di Milano" Technical University is recognized as the most important Italian University of engineering, architecture and design. It is a science and technology University producing engineers, architects and industrial designers through a variety of innovative specialising courses, with great attention being devoted to all sides of education. It is made up of 7 Campuses located in 6 different cities, in the northern Italy (6 in the Lombardia region).

Bachelor of Science - B.Sc. ("Laurea")
The Bachelor of Science is an undergraduate degree obtained after a three-year course of study and aims to provide a solid foundation in the core scientific subjects as well as more specialized, professional training. During the third year, the student is expected to acquire work experience by doing an internship at a company. Once student obtains the B.Sc. degree, he can either directly enter the job market or continue his studies by the applying to the Master of Science.

Master of Science - M.Sc. ("Laurea Specialistica/Magistrale")
The Master of Science is awarded after two more years of study and aims to provide rigorous, advanced training in more highly specialized areas. Those who already have a B.Sc. in a different field or have attended a vocational school and want to obtain a M.Sc. certificate must first obtain the necessary credits.
It is important to note that some specific study courses in Italy continue to be five-year courses in order to comply with EU regulations and to obtain official recognition.

Specializing Master ("Master Universitario")
The Specializing Masters programs can be enrolled in either after the B.Sc. or after the M.Sc. (for more advanced courses) and usually last for one year. They are focused on specific topics and they are aimed at providing practical professional skills to working people willing to upgrade their competence. The programs could be both on a full-time basis and on a part-time basis for those who plan to keep working for their companies.

Doctoral Program - Ph.D. ("Dottorato di Ricerca")
The PhD is awarded after three additional years of study and aims to develop the professional competence to carry out high level research in manufacturing and service companies, public bodies and universities. In order to enter a Doctoral Program a candidate must have achieved the Master of Science degree or an equivalent graduate degree