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- 18,592Total Students
- 1,504Faculty
- 1,376Int'l Students
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Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
About
At postgraduate level, Università Cattolica offers 23 one-year specializing master programs and two-year master of science programs taught entirely in English, including:
- Management (Arts| Data| Innovation & Technology| Luxury Goods| Healthcare)
- Economics
- Banking and finance
- Middle Eastern studies
- Advanced Global Studies
- Corporate communication
- Luxury goods management
- Data science for management
- Agribusiness, Food Production & Processing
Browse all postgraduate courses here
For applicants whose first language is not English, to be eligible for postgraduate study, you need to hold an undergraduate degree obtained after at least three years of study from an accredited university and proof of proficiency in English, such as:
- Overall score of at least 80/83 in the TOEFL iBT (depending on program)
- Overall score of 6.0/6.5 in the IELTS (depending on program)
- Completion of a degree program taught in English
Two-year master of science programs cost EU residents between €3,600 and €8,800 per annum in tuition fees (US$4,500-10,900), depending on the degree program and household income, while non-EU residents are charged €8,540 per annum (US$10,600). Tuition fees for one-year specializing master programs range between €7,000 and €15,000 (US$8,600-19,000).
Special funding is available for EU and non-EU residents, applying for a one-year specializing master programs.
To apply, select a program and submit your application online.
Connect with Università Cattolica on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
Students can enjoy an array of facilities at our different campuses.
Campus facilities
Sport facilities
International Student Association (Milan campus)
Adapting to a different culture can be exciting yet challenging. Erasmus Student Network (ESN) is an invaluable support network for international students. It organizes numerous social and cultural events, tours and recreational activities, including:
- Language sharing
- Assistance in finding an apartment
- Trips
- Aperitivo and dinner
- Cultural events
- Sporting activities
- City tours
- Nights out
Moreover, International Students can benefit from a number of different sport activities, thanks to Centro Sportivo Universitario (CUS) and a special partnership Cattolica has in place with a trendy gymnasium located in different areas of Milan, cultural activities such as joining the Studium Musicale di Ateneo “Note d’inChiostro,” a music association on Campus and, volunteering activities thanks to our Centro Pastorale.
Smint Piacenza (Piacenza campus)
Smint Piacenza is a student association, comprised of both Italian and international students. The association helps students from all faculties get together, assists new students to become familiar with Piacenza and its surrounding area, as well as the campus, and in particular to make the most of the university experience through different activities.
Undergraduate
Entry requirements
- Students need to hold a high school diploma, conferred after a minimum of 12 years of previous schooling (from the beginning of primary school to the end of high school) and that satisfies the requirements for entry into the university in the awarding country
- If in the student’s home country admission to university level studies is subject to a special exam (e.g. Selectividad in Spain; Prova de Aferiçao or Prova Geral de Acesso ao Ensino Superior in Portugal; Veveossi Prosvassis in Greece), applicants will be required to provide evidence of having passed such selection with the required scores
- The following qualifications need to satisfy additional criteria: American High School Diploma and UK Qualifications. For more information please visit > international.unicatt.it
- Admission to the degree courses offered by the School of Economics is based on school performance, with a specific attention to the grades received in Mathematics
English language proficiency
For applicants whose first language is not English they will need to provide one of the following certificates at the time of application:
- Academic IELTS with a score of at least 6.0
- TOEFL iBT with a minimum score of 80
- First Certificate of English (FCE) with a minimum B Grade or Certificate of Advanced English Cattolica’s TOEFL institution code is 2605.
2-year Master of Science
Entry requirements
- Completion of an undergraduate degree, obtained after a minimum of 3 years of study (180 ECTS) and in a subject which is relevant to the chosen degree course. If you’ve undertaken less than 15 years of total schooling, you may not be eligible for admission to a graduate program
- The degree has to be issued by a higher education institution which is accredited or recognized in the awarding country
- Cattolica will evaluate candidates’ academic and personal background and decide if you meet the specific conditions for admission to the degree of your choice
- The undergraduate degree must be obtained by the end of July 2018 (September for EU students)
English language proficiency
- Have a TOEFL iBT overall score of at least 80 or an Academic IELTS overall score of at least 6.0 or;
- Have successfully completed a degree program taught in the English language.
Cattolica’s TOEFL institution code is 2605.
1-Year Master Program
Entry requirements
- Completion of an undergraduate degree, obtained after a minimum of 3 years of study (180 ECTS)
- Cattolica will evaluate candidates’ academic and personal background and decide if you meet the specific conditions for admission to the degree of your choice
- The undergraduate degree must be obtained before the start of the program
English language proficiency
- B2 level of English proficiency; either via a certificate (TOEFL/iBT, Academic IELTS) or via a Skype interview with the relevant Master committee
Internship opportunities
Internships are not mandatory in all of our Master of Science degrees, though highly recommended in order to boost your University experience and gain new practical skills. Our career service, Servizio Stage & Placement is at your disposal for finding internship opportunities in your preferred field. Through the online platform, you will be able to access thousands of internship offers and contact the company/firm directly. There are no remuneration standards. Some internships may include a reimbursement (lunch and transportation), others may offer a monthly stipend, whereas some internships may not be paid. You will be able to view this information when browsing the different offers.
Career service
Your experience in Cattolica is the first step towards a fulfilling education, which will allow you to excel in the work field. Cattolica’s Career Service will accompany you through this journey: the dedicated staff will help orientate you along the paths of research, internships, and employment, providing highly valued information and support. We can safely say that numbers speak for themselves: over 7,500 internships are undertaken annually, and the Career Service boasts contacts with over 2,000 companies.
About
At postgraduate level, Università Cattolica offers 23 one-year specializing master programs and two-year master of science programs taught entirely in English, including:
- Management (Arts| Data| Innovation & Technology| Luxury Goods| Healthcare)
- Economics
- Banking and finance
- Middle Eastern studies
- Advanced Global Studies
- Corporate communication
- Luxury goods management
- Data science for management
- Agribusiness, Food Production & Processing
Browse all postgraduate courses here
For applicants whose first language is not English, to be eligible for postgraduate study, you need to hold an undergraduate degree obtained after at least three years of study from an accredited university and proof of proficiency in English, such as:
- Overall score of at least 80/83 in the TOEFL iBT (depending on program)
- Overall score of 6.0/6.5 in the IELTS (depending on program)
- Completion of a degree program taught in English
Two-year master of science programs cost EU residents between €3,600 and €8,800 per annum in tuition fees (US$4,500-10,900), depending on the degree program and household income, while non-EU residents are charged €8,540 per annum (US$10,600). Tuition fees for one-year specializing master programs range between €7,000 and €15,000 (US$8,600-19,000).
Special funding is available for EU and non-EU residents, applying for a one-year specializing master programs.
To apply, select a program and submit your application online.
Connect with Università Cattolica on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
Students can enjoy an array of facilities at our different campuses.
Campus facilities
Sport facilities
International Student Association (Milan campus)
Adapting to a different culture can be exciting yet challenging. Erasmus Student Network (ESN) is an invaluable support network for international students. It organizes numerous social and cultural events, tours and recreational activities, including:
- Language sharing
- Assistance in finding an apartment
- Trips
- Aperitivo and dinner
- Cultural events
- Sporting activities
- City tours
- Nights out
Moreover, International Students can benefit from a number of different sport activities, thanks to Centro Sportivo Universitario (CUS) and a special partnership Cattolica has in place with a trendy gymnasium located in different areas of Milan, cultural activities such as joining the Studium Musicale di Ateneo “Note d’inChiostro,” a music association on Campus and, volunteering activities thanks to our Centro Pastorale.
Smint Piacenza (Piacenza campus)
Smint Piacenza is a student association, comprised of both Italian and international students. The association helps students from all faculties get together, assists new students to become familiar with Piacenza and its surrounding area, as well as the campus, and in particular to make the most of the university experience through different activities.
Undergraduate
Entry requirements
- Students need to hold a high school diploma, conferred after a minimum of 12 years of previous schooling (from the beginning of primary school to the end of high school) and that satisfies the requirements for entry into the university in the awarding country
- If in the student’s home country admission to university level studies is subject to a special exam (e.g. Selectividad in Spain; Prova de Aferiçao or Prova Geral de Acesso ao Ensino Superior in Portugal; Veveossi Prosvassis in Greece), applicants will be required to provide evidence of having passed such selection with the required scores
- The following qualifications need to satisfy additional criteria: American High School Diploma and UK Qualifications. For more information please visit > international.unicatt.it
- Admission to the degree courses offered by the School of Economics is based on school performance, with a specific attention to the grades received in Mathematics
English language proficiency
For applicants whose first language is not English they will need to provide one of the following certificates at the time of application:
- Academic IELTS with a score of at least 6.0
- TOEFL iBT with a minimum score of 80
- First Certificate of English (FCE) with a minimum B Grade or Certificate of Advanced English Cattolica’s TOEFL institution code is 2605.
2-year Master of Science
Entry requirements
- Completion of an undergraduate degree, obtained after a minimum of 3 years of study (180 ECTS) and in a subject which is relevant to the chosen degree course. If you’ve undertaken less than 15 years of total schooling, you may not be eligible for admission to a graduate program
- The degree has to be issued by a higher education institution which is accredited or recognized in the awarding country
- Cattolica will evaluate candidates’ academic and personal background and decide if you meet the specific conditions for admission to the degree of your choice
- The undergraduate degree must be obtained by the end of July 2018 (September for EU students)
English language proficiency
- Have a TOEFL iBT overall score of at least 80 or an Academic IELTS overall score of at least 6.0 or;
- Have successfully completed a degree program taught in the English language.
Cattolica’s TOEFL institution code is 2605.
1-Year Master Program
Entry requirements
- Completion of an undergraduate degree, obtained after a minimum of 3 years of study (180 ECTS)
- Cattolica will evaluate candidates’ academic and personal background and decide if you meet the specific conditions for admission to the degree of your choice
- The undergraduate degree must be obtained before the start of the program
English language proficiency
- B2 level of English proficiency; either via a certificate (TOEFL/iBT, Academic IELTS) or via a Skype interview with the relevant Master committee
Internship opportunities
Internships are not mandatory in all of our Master of Science degrees, though highly recommended in order to boost your University experience and gain new practical skills. Our career service, Servizio Stage & Placement is at your disposal for finding internship opportunities in your preferred field. Through the online platform, you will be able to access thousands of internship offers and contact the company/firm directly. There are no remuneration standards. Some internships may include a reimbursement (lunch and transportation), others may offer a monthly stipend, whereas some internships may not be paid. You will be able to view this information when browsing the different offers.
Career service
Your experience in Cattolica is the first step towards a fulfilling education, which will allow you to excel in the work field. Cattolica’s Career Service will accompany you through this journey: the dedicated staff will help orientate you along the paths of research, internships, and employment, providing highly valued information and support. We can safely say that numbers speak for themselves: over 7,500 internships are undertaken annually, and the Career Service boasts contacts with over 2,000 companies.
Available programs
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Scholarships
Campus locations
Milan,
Largo Gemelli 1 , Milan , Italy , 20123
Piacenza,
Via Emilia Parmense 84 , Piacenza , Italy , 29122
Cremona,
Via Milano 24 , Cremona , Italy , 26100
Brescia,
Via Trieste 17 , Brescia , Italy , 25121
Rome,
Largo Francesco Vito 1 , Rome , Italy , 00168