Short answer: Trieste has 10 verified English-taught programmes (3 bachelor's, 7 master's) at 1 university. Most are in economics, business and statistics, earth sciences, engineering (industrial and information).
Universities in Trieste
- Università di TriestePublic · 10 English-taught programmes
English-taught bachelor's programmes in Trieste
| Programme | University | Admission | Deadline (non-EU, 2027/28) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration and managementEconomics, business and statistics · 3 yrs · partly Italian | Università di Trieste | TOLC-EEnglish B2 | 15 January 2027 |
| Earth Sciences for Sustainable DevelopmentEarth sciences · 3 yrs | Università di Trieste | CEnT-SEnglish B2 | 15 January 2027 |
| International Economics and Financial MarketsEconomics, business and statistics · 3 yrs · partly Italian | Università di Trieste | TOLC-EEnglish B2 | 15 January 2027 |
English-taught master's programmes in Trieste
| Programme | University | Admission | Deadline (non-EU, 2027/28) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer EngineeringEngineering (industrial and information) · 2 yrs | Università di Trieste | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 January 2027 |
| DATA SCIENCE AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCEMathematics and computer science · 2 yrs | Università di Trieste | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 January 2027 |
| Engineering for the Energy TransitionEngineering (industrial and information) · 2 yrs | Università di Trieste | Interview (programme's own)English B2 | 15 January 2027 |
| European policies for digital, ecological and social transitionsPolitics and social sciences · 2 yrs | Università di Trieste | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 January 2027 |
| Geophysics and geodataEarth sciences · 2 yrs | Università di Trieste | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 January 2027 |
| MathematicsMathematics and computer science · 2 yrs | Università di Trieste | No test (open admission)English B2 | 15 January 2027 |
| NeuroscienceBiology · 2 yrs | Università di Trieste | Programme's own admission testEnglish B2 | 15 January 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 Trieste?
It depends on the programme. The most common requirements in Trieste are TOLC-E (2 programmes), CEnT-S (1 programmes). Some programmes have no test or run their own test or interview.
How much money do you need in Trieste?
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 Trieste
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
ARDiS Friuli Venezia Giulia
Università di Trieste
2026/27 application: 15 July 2026 – 27 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 Trieste?
There are 10 (3 bachelor's, 7 master's), verified on the universities' own websites.
Can you do a bachelor's in English in Trieste?
Yes, 3 bachelor's programmes are taught in English, for example Business administration and management, Earth Sciences for Sustainable Development, International Economics and Financial Markets.
Which entrance exams are required in Trieste?
It depends on the programme. The most common are TOLC-E (2), CEnT-S (1); some programmes have no test or use their own.
When is the next application deadline in Trieste?
The earliest open 2027/28 deadline for non-EU applicants is 15 January 2027 (Business administration and management, Università di Trieste). Each programme's deadline is in the tables on this page.
Where do you apply for the DSU grant in Trieste?
ARDiS Friuli Venezia Giulia. 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.