A Bachelor's or higher degree from an internationally recognized institution at university level including a minimum number of ECTS in the following academic disciplines (i.e. "Sectors", SSD), based on the italian higher education system:

• at least 6 ECTS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, SSD: INF*/, ING-INF/*.
• at least 6 ECTS in Social Sciences, Economics, Psychology, Law, SSD: SPS*, SECS-P*, M-PSI*, IUS*.
• at least 6 ECTS in Mathematics, Statistics, SSD: MAT*, SECS-S*.
• at least further 24 ECTS in the above disciplines or Sectors.

Applicants who did not achieve the overmentioned credits by the application deadline, can apply providing that they'll obtain the missing credits by August 5, 2026.

Credits can be acquired through:

• exams, as per Admission requirements Master in Data Science attached
• seminars
• UniTrento Data Science Summer School.

English language proficiency at B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is required.

You can prove it through:

• English Language qualification awarded from an internationally-recognized entity. See the list of Accepted certificates for admission to study programs (point 2).
• English Language qualification awarded from a certificatory entity or a university institute.
• Certificate attesting that the Bachelor's or Master's degree was achieved, proving the degree had been officially taught in English;.
• Attesting to be a citizen of an English-speaking country.
• Attesting to have passed an English Language test, at least B2 level, during the Bachelor's degree.

If you can't attest the language requirements by the application deadline, can apply providing that you'll obtain the level by 31 October 2026 through

• exams
• certificates
• one of the tests organized by UniTrento Language Centre (CLA).

An official translation of each document is required, when the original document is not produced in English or Italian.

Illegible documents will not be considered and incomplete or non-submitted application forms will be excluded from the selection process.

When you submit your application, you must upload the following documents.

• Copy of a valid passport or identity card with photo and personal data only (unless you login with a recognized italian digital identity).
• Copy of Bachelor's Degree certificate or registration certificate attesting the expected graduation date. Students enrolled in Italian universities will upload a self-declaration
• Transcript of records including a list of all courses, exams, academic disciplines (SSD), marks obtained, the weighted average mark and the minimum to maximum range of marks. Students enrolled in Italian universities will upload a self-declaration based on the template attached.
• Curriculum vitae et studiorum following the European template Europass
• English Language proficiency qualification, as described in Language requirements.
• Statement of purpose, a brief personal statement in English in which the candidate supports her or his application.
• Syllabi of courses belonging to academic disciplines INF/01 and/or ING-INF/05 (not required for students graduated in Computer Science).

English proficiency at B2 level certified as described in the Language requirements.

How to write your statement of purpose

Your statement of purpose aims to complete your application by shedding light on your motivation for joining our Data Science program and on how you plan to make the most of the opportunity to study with us. 

Ideally, your statement shall be composed of three parts:

1. Background: an overview of your background, competencies, and motivation, and why you think they represent a good match for our Data Science program specifically, amongst so many others that are currently available.
2. Educational Plan: an overview of how you plan to construct your path within our Data Science program, for example, by discussing what courses, seminars, and learning occasions you think are particularly important for you and why (e.g., competences that you would like to acquire, activities that you would like to realize).
3. Future Plans: an illustration of where you see yourself in the future, career-wise and personally, and how you think our Data Science program will help you make this plan real.

All three parts are equally important, so it is advisable to find a balance in how they are developed in your statement. 

Formal requirements for State of purpose

Language: English

Length: between 300 and 600 words. Please note that you will have to include a final word count at the end of your text. Longer or shorter statements of purpose will not be considered for evaluation.

Support of AI technology: You can lean on AI tools to polish your SOP language-wise or help organize the structure of your text, but you must elaborate on the above-mentioned points, starting from your personal experience and leaning on your skills. Artificial SOPs that are entirely generated with AI are highly recognizable and will not be evaluated positively in your application.

The admission Committee will evaluate the entry requirements of each candidate taccording to the programme regulations.

Selection criteria are described in the Call for admission, article 4.

Rankings

The Ranking list with admitted candidates and scholarship assignation will be published on this page.