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The University of Padua was founded in 1222, making it one of the oldest universities in the world, and it's where Galileo Galilei taught mathematics for nearly two decades. Today it serves over 72,000 students, including more than 7,000 from outside Italy, across 32 academic departments. This guide covers exactly what Bangladeshi students need for admission, including the genuinely disputed IELTS threshold most competing guides get wrong.
The University of Padua (Università degli Studi di Padova) was founded in 1222, placing it among the oldest universities in the world still operating today. Its most famous historical connection is to Galileo Galilei, who taught mathematics at Padua from 1592 to 1610, a period widely regarded as among the most productive of his career.
The university now enrolls more than 72,000 students in total, split between roughly 38,000 undergraduate and 31,000 postgraduate students, with an international community exceeding 7,000 students. Academic activity is organized across 32 departments, of which 13 have been designated "Departments of Excellence" by Italy's Ministry of University and Research (MUR), a formal recognition tied specifically to research quality rather than general reputation. Padua is consistently ranked among the top universities in both Italy and the wider European research landscape.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Academic (Bachelor's) | Grade 12 completion (equivalent), generally with a minimum overall result of 60% |
| Academic (Master's) | Completed relevant Bachelor's degree, generally with a minimum of 60% or equivalent |
| English-taught programmes | English proficiency proof required; most sources cite IELTS 6.0-6.5 depending on course |
| Application fee | €30 |
Sources genuinely disagree on the exact IELTS threshold. Some describe IELTS as not strictly mandatory if you can demonstrate B2-level English proficiency through prior education, while others cite a range from 6.0 to 6.5 depending on the specific course. This variation is real, not a mistake, so confirm the exact requirement for your target programme directly with the University of Padua or with our counsellors before assuming either scenario applies to you.
Padua's programmes span science, engineering, medicine, business, and the humanities, with the university's own stated strength in interdisciplinary collaboration across these fields. Notably, Padua teaches courses across 15 languages total, including English, Spanish, and French, though English remains the primary option for most international applicants.
Padua's size and breadth won't suit every applicant. If you're looking for a smaller, more specialized institution instead, our list of Italian universities we support applications for covers several more compact options with narrower academic focus.
Padua generally holds its major admissions during the Fall intake, though some programmes offer additional intake windows. Applications for most programmes, excluding Medicine and Surgery, follow a two-call structure, with the first call typically opening in early November and closing in early February. Exact dates shift year to year, so confirm the current cycle's deadlines directly before planning around them.
Published first-year tuition estimates for Padua generally fall in the range of €2,500 to €4,500 per year, depending on the programme, with one commonly cited figure specifically noting €2,626 to €2,900 for several courses. As with other Italian public universities, actual tuition is calculated using an income-based system, so your real cost depends on documented family income rather than a single flat international rate.
Beyond tuition, Padua is genuinely one of the more affordable Italian cities to live in. Monthly living expenses are commonly estimated between €500 and €1,000, noticeably lower than in Rome or Milan.
The University of Padua offers a range of merit-based and income-based scholarships specifically for international students, alongside broader financial aid designed to offset tuition and living costs. Combined with part-time work rights, most eligible international students can work up to 20 hours per week under a valid study permit, which meaningfully reduces the real cost of studying at Padua compared to the sticker-price tuition figure alone. Our scholarship guidance service walks you through exactly which of these you're likely to qualify for based on your academic profile and financial situation.
Confirm the specific admission requirements and language of instruction for your target course on the university's official programme page.
Academic transcripts, English proficiency proof, CV, and Motivational Letter, all formatted correctly for submission.
Apply through the university's official application portal and pay the €30 application fee.
Once admitted, complete pre-enrollment through Universitaly ahead of your student visa application.
File your Type D student visa application through the Italian Embassy in Dhaka, aligned with MAECI requirements.
Document preparation and Universitaly timing are where most applications actually run into trouble. Our Admission Process service manages every step above directly, so nothing gets submitted late or incorrectly.
University details above are based on publicly available admissions information for the University of Padua. Fee amounts, English proficiency thresholds, and intake deadlines change annually and vary by programme, so confirm current figures directly with the University of Padua's official website or with our team before applying.
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We confirm the exact English proficiency threshold and document requirements for your target course.
We help you understand which merit-based and income-based scholarships you may qualify for.
From online application submission to Universitaly pre-enrollment, we manage your full process.
MAECI-aligned visa filing and practical guidance for settling into student life in Padua.
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