This is a highly competitive programme, and early bird applications are encouraged.

Before submitting your application, please ensure that you carefully review the entry requirements and application process outlined below. Once you are ready, you can begin your application by clicking the button at the end of the page.

Entry Requirements

The following requirements are guidelines, and applicants must comply with the universities’ requirements first.

• A Bachelor’s degree in a STEM subject, computer science, or a related field. Please refer to the list of required bachelor degrees. Note that this list is not exhaustive.
• Proficiency in programming, demonstrated by the completion of at least two university-level computer science courses covering topics such as data structures, algorithms, and programming.
• A solid foundation in technical mathematics, including subjects like algebra, probability, statistics, optimisation, and scientific computing. Please include a list of at least four relevant courses in your application.
• English proficiency at the CEFR B2 level. You will need to provide a 85 score on the TOEFL or 5 score on the IELTS, obtained within the last two years.
• Students are required to relocate for the second year of the master’s programme, as mobility is essential to the learning experience.

How to Apply for EUMaster4HPC?

Application procedure

To apply for the EUMaster4HPC programme, you will need to follow these steps:

• Submit an application to the local Master’s programmes at your preferred EUMaster4HPC awarding universities.
• Submit a separate application to the EUMaster4HPC programme.

Please note that acceptance into the EUMaster4HPC programme is conditional upon admission to at least one of the awarding universities. Please ensure you check the application periods for each university you select, as they may vary.

The EUMaster4HPC selection committee will inform you of the outcome of your application via email within eight weeks of submitting your complete application.

Student’s Mobility Part

In Step 3 of the application form, you will need to select and rank your top three preferred universities. Please review the following information before ranking your choices:

• Preferred for Year 1: It is your preferred university for your first year of study.
• Preferred for Year 2: It is your preferred university for your second year of study.
• Alternative option: Indicate an alternative university in case either your first or second choice does not accept your application.

Please be aware that while your choices will be considered, they may not be granted. The selection committee may also offer an alternative pathway based on availability and programme requirements.

Documents needed to complete the application

• Curriculum vitae (CV) / Resume.
• Letter of motivation.
• Academic transcripts.
• University diploma: If your studies are still in progress, provide an official certificate issue by your university, stating the expected completion date.
• Certification of proficiency in English: Please refer to entry requirements.
• Copy of passport / ID card.

Please note that any document written in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified translation in English.

Awarding universities, study programmes and application periods

The list below features the awarding universities of the EUMaster4HPC programme, along with links to their study programmes, and information about their application periods.

• Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan (KTH) – Sweden
  Study programme
  Application periods: EU Students 15.10.2024-15.01.2025 – Non-EU Students 15.10.2024-15.01.2025
• Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski – Bulgaria
  Study programme
  Application periods: EU Students 01.11.2024-15.09.2025 – Non-EU Students 01.11.2024-15.09.2025
• Sorbonne-Université – France
  Study programme
  Application periods: EU Students To be announced – Non-EU Students 01.10.2024-15.12.2024
• Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) – Germany
  Study programme
  Application periods: EU Students 15.02.2025-15.07.2025 – Non-EU Students 15.02.2025-15.04.2025
• Université du Luxembourg – Luxembourg
  Study programme
  Application periods: EU Students 03.02.2025-27.08.2025 – Non-EU Students 03.02.2025-30.04.2025
• Università della Svizzera Italiana (USI) – Switzerland
  Study programme
  Application periods: EU Students 01.12.2024-30.06.2025 – Non-EU Students 01.12.2024-30.04.2025
• Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) – Spain
  Study programme
  Application periods: EU Students 01.03.2025-24.05.2025 – Non-EU Students 01.03.2025-24.05.2025
• Politecnico di Milano (PoliMi) – Italy
  Study programme
  Application periods: EU Students 01.10.2024-30.01.2025 – Non-EU Students 03.03.2025-15.05.2025

Important note:

Politecnico di Milano, through its Master’s programme in HPC Engineering, participates in the Erasmus+ exchange programme offered by EUMaster4HPC universities. This initiative enables students enrolled at Politecnico di Milano to spend one semester abroad at a partner university, such as Unilu, FAU, Sorbonne, KTH, or UPC. Likewise, students from these partner universities can spend one semester at Politecnico di Milano.

During the exchange period, students will follow a specifically co-designed study path aligned with EUMaster4HPC standards and learning objectives. This ensures a rich academic experience and exposure to cutting-edge knowledge in HPC.

Please note that this exchange does not lead to a double degree. However, students will benefit from an international learning environment and the opportunity to collaborate with leading institutions in the field of HPC.

For more details on the application process and eligibility criteria, please visit Politecnico di Milano Website.

Need guidance?

If you encounter any difficulties completing the form or have any questions, please feel free to reach out via email at eumaster4hpc@uni.lu