Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore

Cattolica International

Application timeline

Important dates to remember for the application to the 1-year Specialising Master in Innovation in Food Science and Technology - Michele Ferrero

There are five application rounds for this programme. 


If you want to be considered for scholarships, we strongly recommend applying within the first three rounds. Some scholarships may still be available in Round 4, but no scholarships will be offered in Round 5.

We advise non-EU students who need a study visa to submit their application within the first three rounds. 

Your application will only be accepted if complete.


 

Application Rounds – Academic Year 2026/2027

 

  Application Opens Application Deadline Feedback Available
Round 1
All international applicants
15 December  2025 21 January 2026 4 - 6 weeks after deadline 
Outstanding applicants may receive early results starting mid-January 
Round 2
All international applicants
22 January 2026 25 February 2026 4 - 6 weeks after deadline 
Early results may be available for top applicants 
Round 3
All international applicants
26 February 2026 25 March 2026 4 - 6 weeks after deadline 
Early results may be available for top applicants 
Round 4
Final round for non-EU students needing a visa
26 March 2026 6 May 2026 4 - 6 weeks after deadline 
Early results may be available for top applicants 
Round 5
EU applicants or non-EU already in Italy
7 May 2026 24 June 2026 4 - 6 weeks after deadline 
Early results may be available for top applicants 

 

 

 

FAQs


When will my application be evaluated?  
Your application will be evaluated within 4-6 weeks after the round deadline.  

When will I receive feedback?  
Feedback is available within 4-6 weeks after each deadline. 

What happens if I miss all the deadlines? 
If all rounds are closed or places are full, you will not be able to apply for this academic year. We recommend starting your application early to avoid this.