Overview

Through the mastery of specialized knowledge, solid competences, methods and conceptual tools the European and Global Studies programme from University of Padua facilitates the analysis of political, historical, social and economic phenomena. This background allows the understanding, development and management of political strategies, social intervention and projects both at European and at international level, within multi-actor and multi-level settings.

Career opportunities

Graduates work as socially concerned problem solvers, critical policy analysts and evaluators, project developers and managers in public, private and academic institutions; managers of virtual exchanges for multi-sited teams working towards community building and cultural learning.

Programme Structure

Common track: Global Policy-Making; EU Policy-Making; Global History; Social Science Methodology; English as a Glocal Language; European and International Law

European Focus: EU Policies and Projects; European Urban Transitions; History of European Integration or Socioeconomic Transitions in Post-Communist Countries

Global Focus: Global Networks; History of Science Diplomacy; European and Global Citizenship or Digital Citizenship and Law

Social Challenges: Mapping Social Issues; Policy Evaluation Research and Practice; Gender Perspectives or Work, Migration and Globalization

Geopolitical Challenges: Mapping Security Issues; History of Conflicts; Fundamental Rights and Surveillance or Climate Crises and Social Justice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-02 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

76

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OTE

126

IELTS

7

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Padua, Italy

Disciplines

European Studies Political Science View 34 other Masters in Political Science in Italy

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

76

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OTE

126

IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be eligible for admission to a Master’s degree, you need a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent foreign qualification with specific curricular requirements obtained from a higher education institution accredited according to the national educational accreditation system of the country where it is located.
Transcripts

English language - C1 level (CEFR) or equivalent

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

2642 EUR / year

≈ 2642 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

2642 EUR / year

≈ 2642 EUR / year

Additional Details

The total amount of tuition fees due per each academic year can be significantly waived based on your “Equivalent Economic Status Index – ISEE”.

Living costs

Padova

Italy

750 - 1100 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Additional Details

Living costs

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Funding

Scholarships Information

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