51 Fully Funded PhD Positions at University of Bologna (42nd cycle)

Applications are now open for the University of Bologna’s 42nd cycle PhD programmes (Academic Year 2026/2027). This prestigious Italian university (one of the oldest in the world) is offering 51 diverse PhD programmes across sciences, engineering, humanities, social sciences, medicine, law, and more. These positions are fully funded in most cases. Scholarships provide a gross annual amount typically ranging from approximately €16,243 to €19,700 (depending on the programme), translating to roughly €1,250–€1,350 net per month after deductions (with possible increases for periods abroad). Scholarships cover living expenses and research activities, and no tuition fees are charged beyond minor enrolment charges (around €157 in some cases).

These opportunities are open to candidates of all nationalities who hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent second-cycle qualification) relevant to the chosen PhD field. International applicants are strongly encouraged. There is no application fee for most programmes. The first round call is currently active, with a deadline of March 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM (CEST) for the included programmes. A second round is expected around mid-May 2026 for additional programmes. Programmes start on November 1, 2026. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details

• Degree Level: PhD (Doctoral degree)
• Host Country: Italy
• Host Institution: Alma Mater Studiorum – University of Bologna
• Application Deadline: March 30, 2026 (11:59 PM CEST) for the first round; second round expected mid-May 2026
• Open to All Nationalities
• Funding Type: Fully funded
• No Application Fee

What This Scholarship Offers:

• A generous monthly stipend to cover living costs and focus fully on research.
• Full exemption from tuition fees.
• Access to world-class research facilities, libraries, labs, and international collaborations at one of Europe’s leading universities
• Opportunities for paid research stays abroad
• Enhanced career prospects in academia, industry, public sector, or international organizations

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Eligibility Criteria:

Below mentioned Requirements are General please check requirements of your Specific Program on official Website.

• Hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) by the enrolment date, relevant to the PhD programme
• Demonstrate strong academic record, research potential, and motivation
• Meet programme-specific requirements (e.g., language proficiency if required, relevant background)
• No age limit; open to recent graduates and professionals
• International qualifications must be equivalent and recognized

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Programmes Available:

• Agricultural, Environmental and Food Science and Technology
• Architecture and Design Cultures
• Arts, History, Society
• Astrophysics
• Automotive Engineering for Intelligent Mobility
• Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences
• Biomedical, Electrical and System Engineering
• Cardio Nephro Thoracic Sciences
• Chemistry
• Civil, Chemical, Environmental and Materials Engineering
• Computer Science and Engineering
• Cultural and Environmental Heritage
• Cultural Heritage in the Digital Ecosystem
• Data Science and Computation
• Drug Discovery and Development
• Earth, Life and Environmental Sciences
• Economics
• Electronics, Telecommunications, and Information Technologies Engineering
• Engineering and Information Technology for Structural and Environmental Monitoring and Risk Management – EIT4SEMM
• European Law
• Future Earth, Climate Change and Societal Challenges
• General Medical and Services Sciences
• Global Histories, Cultures, and Politics
• Health and Technologies
• Health, Safety And Green Systems
• History and Archaeology. Studies on Heritage, Memory and Cultures
• Industrial Chemistry
• Innovative Technologies and Sustainable Use of Mediterranean Sea Fishery and Biological Resources (FishMed-PhD)
• Law, Science and Technology
• Legal Studies
• Literary and Philological Cultures
• Management
• Mathematics
• Mechanics and Advanced Engineering Sciences
• Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures: Diversity and Inclusion
• Molecular and Cell Biology
• Nanoscience for Medicine and the Environment
• Oncology, Hematology and Pathology
• Pedagogical Sciences
• Philosophy, Science, Cognition, and Semiotics (PSCS)
• Physics
• Political and Social Sciences
• Psychology
• Public Governance, Management and Policy (Public-GoMaP)
• Science and Technology for Aerospace and Marine Engineering
• Sociology and Social Research
• Sport, Health and Well-being
• Statistical Sciences
• Surgical Sciences and Innovative Technologies
• Translation, Interpreting and Intercultural Studies
• Veterinary Sciences

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How to Apply

1. Visit the official University of Bologna PhD page: Here
2. Choose your programme and read the specific “PhD Programme Table” and full call for applications.
3. Register/log in to Studenti Online (the university portal).
4. Submit the online application by the deadline!

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