Short answer: Naples has 25 verified English-taught programmes (7 bachelor's, 18 master's) at 2 universities. Most are in engineering (industrial and information), civil engineering, architecture and design, biology.
Universities in Naples
- Università di Napoli Federico IIPublic · 22 English-taught programmes
- Università Parthenope di NapoliPublic · 3 English-taught programmes
English-taught bachelor's programmes in Naples
| Programme | University | Admission | Deadline (non-EU, 2027/28) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology for One-healthBiology · 3 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | Programme's own admission testEnglish B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| Business AdministrationEconomics, business and statistics · 3 yrs · partly Italian | Università Parthenope di Napoli | No test (open admission)English B2 | see programme page |
| Civil and environmental engineeringCivil engineering, architecture and design · 3 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | Programme's own admission testEnglish B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| Electrical Engineering and Information TechnologyEngineering (industrial and information) · 3 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | CEnT-S / TOLC-I (alternative) / SAT (alternative)English B2 | 31 May 2027 |
| Medicine and SurgeryMedicine and health · 6 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | Programme's own admission testEnglish B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| Sustainable Blue Economy (SeaBluE, SEA-EU joint bachelor)Earth sciences · 3 yrs | Università Parthenope di Napoli | Limited placesEnglish B1 | 1 January 1970closed |
| Veterinary MedicineAgriculture and veterinary science · 5 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | Limited placesEnglish B2 | 9 September 2027 |
English-taught master's programmes in Naples
| Programme | University | Admission | Deadline (non-EU, 2027/28) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARCHITECTURE AND HERITAGECivil engineering, architecture and design · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | No test (open admission)English B2 | 31 May 2027 |
| Autonomous Vehicle EngineeringEngineering (industrial and information) · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| BIOLOGY OF EXTREME ENVIRONMENTSBiology · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| Data scienceMathematics and computer science · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| Design for the Built EnvironmentCivil engineering, architecture and design · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 May 2027 |
| Digital Society, Social Innovation and Global CitizenshipPolitics and social sciences · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | Programme's own admission testEnglish B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| Economics and FinanceEconomics, business and statistics · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| Fashion, Art and Food ManagementEconomics, business and statistics · 2 yrs | Università Parthenope di Napoli | No test (open admission)English B2 | see programme page |
| Industrial BioengineeringEngineering (industrial and information) · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| Industrial chemistry for circular and bio economyChemistry · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | Programme's own admission testEnglish B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| International RelationsPolitics and social sciences · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| MARINE BIOLOGY AND AQUACULTUREBiology · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| Mathematical EngineeringEngineering (industrial and information) · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| Precision Livestock FarmingAgriculture and veterinary science · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | Programme's entrance testEnglish B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| Quantum Science and EngineeringEngineering (industrial and information) · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| Sustainable food systemsAgriculture and veterinary science · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 June 2027 |
| TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING AND MOBILITYCivil engineering, architecture and design · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | No test (open admission)English B2 | 30 May 2027 |
| VolcanologyEarth sciences · 2 yrs | Università di Napoli Federico II | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 June 2027 |
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 Naples?
It depends on the programme. The most common requirements in Naples are CEnT-S (1 programmes), TOLC-I (alternative) (1 programmes), SAT (alternative) (1 programmes). Some programmes have no test or run their own test or interview.
How much money do you need in Naples?
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 Naples
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
ADISURC
Università di Napoli Federico II, Università Parthenope di Napoli
2026/27 application: 24 July 2026 – 10 September 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 Naples?
There are 25 (7 bachelor's, 18 master's), verified on the universities' own websites.
Can you do a bachelor's in English in Naples?
Yes, 7 bachelor's programmes are taught in English, for example Biology for One-health, Business Administration, Civil and environmental engineering, Electrical Engineering and Information Technology.
Which entrance exams are required in Naples?
It depends on the programme. The most common are CEnT-S (1), TOLC-I (alternative) (1), SAT (alternative) (1); some programmes have no test or use their own.
When is the next application deadline in Naples?
The earliest open 2027/28 deadline for non-EU applicants is 15 May 2027 (Design for the Built Environment, Università di Napoli Federico II). Each programme's deadline is in the tables on this page.
Where do you apply for the DSU grant in Naples?
ADISURC. 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.