Sapienza University of Rome
Rome, Italy · Founded 1303 · 9% intl
BBC
Natural Sciences programs
- Physics & Astronomy — ~#36 globally; strong research in particle, astro- and theoretical physics, with major national-lab and space-research links.
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Best Universities for Natural Sciences in Italy 2026
Top universities for natural sciences in Italy include Sapienza University of Rome, University of Padua. BrightKey has evaluated 2 institutions with relevant programs.
Evaluation draws on BrightKey's 6-dimension ratings and universities' publicly disclosed notable programs. Editorial standards.
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Visa & post-study work
Type-D student visa for non-EU; 12-month post-study job-search permit (permesso per attesa occupazione); study time counts toward residency
Application system
Universitaly portal + pre-enrolment via Italian consulate; public universities use national/course exams (e.g. TOLC), some English-taught
International tuition
EUR 500–4,000/year public (income-based, regional tax); EUR 12,000–16,000+/year private (Bocconi, Cattolica)
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2 recommended universities, sorted by BrightKey rating
University of Padua
Padua, Italy · Founded 1222 · 10% intl
ABB
Natural Sciences programs
- Physics and Astronomy — Strong physics tradition rooted in the Galilean legacy, with research ties to INFN and INAF and English-taught master's in physics and astrophysics.
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