The Master’s degree in Digital Subsea Infrastructure is the result of the collaboration between the University, industry, and international academic networks to develop strategic expertise in the field of subsea digital and energy infrastructure.
The programme is based on a partnership with Sparkle (TIM Group) and the SubOptic Foundation, as well as an academic cooperation agreement with the University of California, Berkeley (USA) within the framework of the Erasmus+ KA171 Program – Learning Mobility of Individuals.
Sparkle (TIM Group)
Sparkle is the main international operator of the TIM Group and one of the leading global players in international telecommunications services. It manages an extensive network of fibre-optic infrastructures and submarine cables, a key element for global connectivity and secure data flows.
Collaboration with Sparkle allows the Master’s degree to integrate industrial expertise, real case studies, and a concrete understanding of operational dynamics in the sector.
SubOptic Foundation
SubOptic Foundation is an international organisation bringing together companies and professionals active in the submarine cable sector. It promotes global cooperation, the dissemination of technical knowledge, and a dialogue between industry and academia.
Its involvement strengthens the international profile of the Master’s degree and facilitates connections with a global network of operators.
University of California – Berkeley
The agreement with the University of California, Berkeley is part of the Erasmus+ KA171 Program and promotes academic mobility and international cooperation. This synergy reinforces the Master’s positioning in a global context and fosters the exchange of expertise on strategically relevant topics.
An Integrated Ecosystem
The collaboration between the University, companies, and international partners is a distinguishing feature of the Master’s degree, ensuring:
- Continuous updates to course content
- Integration of theory with industrial application
- Access to international professional networks
A training model built in direct dialogue with the sector, aimed at facilitating effective job opportunities or career advancement.