Short answer: Messina has 11 verified English-taught programmes (7 bachelor's, 4 master's) at 1 university. Most are in economics, business and statistics, civil engineering, architecture and design, mathematics and computer science.
Universities in Messina
- Università di MessinaPublic · 11 English-taught programmes
English-taught bachelor's programmes in Messina
| Programme | University | Admission | Deadline (non-EU, 2027/28) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Management (English curriculum)Economics, business and statistics · 3 yrs · partly Italian | Università di Messina | No test (open admission)English B2 | 20 December 2026 |
| Civil Engineering (English curriculum)Civil engineering, architecture and design · 3 yrs · partly Italian | Università di Messina | No test (open admission)English B2 | 20 December 2026 |
| Data Analysis (Computer Science, English curriculum)Mathematics and computer science · 3 yrs · partly Italian | Università di Messina | No test (open admission)English B2 | 20 December 2026 |
| Heritage Innovation EngineeringCivil engineering, architecture and design · 3 yrs | Università di Messina | No test (open admission)English B2 | 20 December 2026 |
| Marine Biology and Blue BiotechnologiesBiology · 3 yrs | Università di Messina | Programme's own admission testEnglish B2 | 20 December 2026 |
| Medicine and SurgeryMedicine and health · 6 yrs | Università di Messina | IMATEnglish B2 | 22 July 2027 |
| Transnational and European Legal StudiesLaw · 3 yrs | Università di Messina | Programme's own admission testEnglish B2 | 20 December 2026 |
English-taught master's programmes in Messina
| Programme | University | Admission | Deadline (non-EU, 2027/28) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cognitive science and theory of communicationHistory, philosophy and psychology · 2 yrs | Università di Messina | No test (open admission)English B2 | 20 December 2026 |
| Data ScienceMathematics and computer science · 2 yrs | Università di Messina | No test (open admission)English B2 | 20 December 2026 |
| Geophysical Sciences for Seismic RiskEarth sciences · 2 yrs | Università di Messina | No test (open admission)English B2 | 20 December 2026 |
| Quantitative Methods for Economics and FinanceEconomics, business and statistics · 2 yrs · partly Italian | Università di Messina | No test (open admission)English B2 | 20 December 2026 |
Every programme was checked on the university's own website; the programme name links to its official page. Deadlines are for non-EU applicants living abroad and can change, so confirm on the programme page before applying.
Which exam do you need in Messina?
It depends on the programme. The most common requirements in Messina are IMAT (1 programmes). Some programmes have no test or run their own test or interview.
How much money do you need in Messina?
For the student visa you must show at least €10,179.85 a year (about €848 a month). For monthly costs in Italian student cities, see our cost of living guide.
Scholarships in Messina
Off-site students who meet the income limit receive at least €7,171.11 a year from the regional DSU grant in 2026/27, and may also get a dorm place, meals and a tuition waiver. DSU guide
ERSU Messina
Università di Messina
2026/27 application: 1 July 2026 – 18 August 2026
Official call
The 2027/28 calls are usually published in June-July; until then the 2026/27 dates are the best guide.
Frequently asked questions
How many English-taught programmes are there in Messina?
There are 11 (7 bachelor's, 4 master's), verified on the universities' own websites.
Can you do a bachelor's in English in Messina?
Yes, 7 bachelor's programmes are taught in English, for example Business Management (English curriculum), Civil Engineering (English curriculum), Data Analysis (Computer Science, English curriculum), Heritage Innovation Engineering.
Which entrance exams are required in Messina?
It depends on the programme. The most common are IMAT (1); some programmes have no test or use their own.
When is the next application deadline in Messina?
The earliest open 2027/28 deadline for non-EU applicants is 20 December 2026 (Business Management (English curriculum), Università di Messina). Each programme's deadline is in the tables on this page.
Where do you apply for the DSU grant in Messina?
ERSU Messina. Off-site students who meet the income limit receive at least €7,171.11 a year in 2026/27.
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Free assessmentProgramme data checked on the universities' own websites; last updated 10 November 2026.