Information Engineering PhD Programme

Another basic common knowledge of Information Engineering is the definition of appropriate models for physical systems, the analysis, by simulation, of the behaviour of such systems, in order to foresee performance and outcomes.

The results obtained by simulation must be interpreted and correctly analyzed with the purpose to design complex systems in several different areas without the necessity of building prototypes, which are seldom a very expensive, or few of them are required.

In some situation the simulation is mandatory because it is not possible to do direct proof within the system without being sure of its effectiveness (for example in biological systems or in system with high environmental risks).

The correct modeling of a physical system is the most important thing to learn. It requires fundamental techniques and experience which will be acquired by following specific courses and doing research activities within the research laboratories of the Department of Information Engineering, working together with expert researchers.

The School is organized in two Indirizzi (Sections) in which students are carrying out research on specific topics:

• Bioengineering
• Information and Communication Science and Technologies (I.C.T.)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

• Quantum Optics
• Bayesian Machine Learning
• Advanced Algorithms and Data Structure for Sequence Analysis
• Fluid mechanics for the functional assessment of cardiovascular devices
• Applied Functional Analysis and Machine Learning
• Brain-Computer Interface for Neurorobotics
• Social Robotics

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL iBT: 80

Oxford Test of English (OTE): 126

Other requirements

General requirements

Anyone in possession of the following, regardless of nationality, may apply to take part in the selection process:

• diploma di laurea (pre-reform regime);
• laurea specialistica/magistrale (post-reform regime);
• Second-level academic qualifications awarded by AFAM (Higher Education in Art and Music) institutions.

Fees and funding

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

• International: Non-residents — 4,773 AUD / year (≈ 2,950 EUR / year)
• EU/EEA: EU/EEA Nationals — 4,773 AUD / year (≈ 2,950 EUR / year)

Living costs

Padova, Italy: 1,214–1,780 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Scholarships

Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Information Engineering.

Available Scholarships

• Regione Veneto Scholarships — University of Padua — Grant, Various benefits — Deadline: 02 Oct 2026
• Fulbright U.S. Student Program — U.S. government — Grant, Various benefits — Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
• ServiceScape Scholarship — ServiceScape — Grant, 1000 USD — Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
• ACES Scholarships — ACES Education Fund — Grant, 3500 USD — Deadline: 15 Nov 2026
• Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation — Grant, Various benefits — Deadline: Not specified
• $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — IvyPanda — Grant, 1000 USD — Deadline: 31 Oct 2026
• Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Voice Talent Online — Grant, 1000 USD — Deadline: 01 Mar 2027
• Dream Chaser Scholarship — Salvado Law — Grant, 1000 USD — Deadline: 13 Jan 2027
• Scholarship for students with disabilities — Anonymous Hope Fund — Grant, 3000 USD — Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
• The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — IELTS from 6 to 9 — Grant, 1500 USD — Deadline: Not specified
• Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Grant, 12000 USD — Deadline: 11 Jan 2027