Padua
Where Galileo Galilei taught for 18 years — the University of Padua remains one of Italy's strongest research universities, particularly in medicine, sciences, and engineering.
1222
Founded
60,000+
Students
120+
Countries Represented
#2
Research University in Italy
Why Padua
Why Indian students choose Padua
Historic Prestige, Modern Research
Galileo's former university remains a genuine research powerhouse, especially in STEM and medicine.
Strong Medicine & Engineering Programmes
Padua's medical school and engineering faculty are consistently ranked among Italy's best.
Low-Cost, High-Value Degree
Public tuition fees, often income-adjusted, make this one of Europe's best value-for-prestige options.
Veneto Region Location
Close to Venice and Verona, with strong regional industry ties in manufacturing and pharma.
Popular Programs
Top courses for Indian students
MSc Biomedical Engineering
Department of Information Engineering
MSc Data Science
Department of Mathematics
Bachelor in Economics
Department of Economics and Management
Investment
Fees at a glance
Indicative annual tuition fees for the 2027 intake.
| Program | Annual Fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MSc Biomedical Engineering | €2,700 | 2 years |
| MSc Data Science | €2,700 | 2 years |
| MSc Medicine & Surgery | €2,900 | 6 years |
Fees are indicative for the 2027 intake and vary by program and specialisation. Confirm exact figures with your BNPS counsellor or the official university fee calculator.
Before You Apply
What you'll need
Every program has specific requirements, but most applications from India follow this checklist. Your BNPS counsellor will confirm exactly what applies to your chosen course.
Academic transcripts from your qualifying degree (minimum grade varies by program)
IELTS 6.0-6.5+ overall or equivalent TOEFL/PTE score (for English-taught programs)
Statement of Purpose / motivation letter
Two academic or professional letters of recommendation
Proof of funds for tuition and living costs (for national/Schengen visa purposes)
Funding Your Degree
Scholarships worth knowing about
Unipd International Excellence Grant
Partial to full tuition waiver
Regional Study Grant (EDISU)
Tuition waiver + living allowance
Invest Your Talent in Italy
Full tuition + living stipend
Ready to Begin?
Your seat at Paduastarts with one conversation.
BNPS international has guided students to Paduafor years — from shortlisting the right program to visa approval. Let's talk about your profile.
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