Applications are now open for the 42nd Cycle PhD programs at the University of Ferrara in Italy for the academic year 2026/2027. These are fully funded research doctorate positions across multiple disciplines. The programs last three years and start on 1 November 2026. Candidates from all nationalities can apply. There is a non-refundable application fee of 20 euros. The deadline to apply is June 24, 2026 at 12:00 noon (Italian time). You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.
Key Details:
- Degree Level: PhD Positions
- University: University of Ferrara
- Application Deadline: June 24, 2026
- Start Date: November 1, 2026
- Open for: All nationalities
- Application Fee: 20 euros (non-refundable)
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What this scholarship offers:
- Successful candidates receive a monthly scholarship to cover living expenses and research activities.
- The scholarship increases by 50 percent during periods spent abroad (up to 12 months, or 18 months in some joint programs).
- Participants gain access to high-quality research training and modern facilities.
- They benefit from international collaboration opportunities and the chance to work with leading professors.
- Support is provided for attending conferences and publishing research.
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Hold a Master’s degree (Laurea Magistrale or equivalent) or expect to obtain it by November 1, 2026.
- Open to candidates of any age and any nationality.
- Foreign degree holders must provide documents showing equivalence to Italian requirements.
- Candidates must pay the 20 euro application fee.
- For specific topic scholarships, a relevant research project is required.
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Programs Available:
- European Union Law and National Legal Systems
- Economics, Management and Methods for the Sustainable Transition
- Physics
- Translational Neurosciences and Neurotechnologies
- Chemistry
- Engineering Sciences
- Earth and Marine Sciences
- Life Sciences and Biotechnologies
- Medical, Omics and Oncological Sciences
- Environmental Health Sciences
- Humanities
- Environmental Sustainability and Wellbeing
- Advanced Therapies and Experimental Pharmacology
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How to Apply:
- Visit the official online application portal.
- Create an account and fill out the application form for each PhD program you want to apply for.
- Upload all required documents.
- Pay the 20 euro application fee through the pagoPA system.
- Submit the application before June 24, 2026 at 12:00 noon Italian time.
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