University of Pisa PhD Scholarship Programmes 2026/2027

Applications are now open for fully funded PhD positions at the University of Pisa in Italy for the academic year 2026/2027 (42nd cycle). This is an excellent opportunity for international students to pursue a 3-year doctoral degree in a wide range of academic fields. The programme offers a generous monthly scholarship, full tuition exemption, and additional research support. Candidates from all nationalities can apply. There is an application fee of €30. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: PhD (Doctoral Programme)
• Host Country: Italy
• University: University of Pisa
• Application Deadline: 8 June 2026 (1:00 p.m. CEST) for Call A
• Scholarship Type: Fully funded
• Application Fee: €30 (non-refundable)
• Open to: All nationalities

What This Scholarship Offers:

• A monthly scholarship of €16,243 per year (gross amount) paid in monthly instalments
• Full exemption from university tuition fees (only pay €140 annual regional tax)
• A dedicated research budget of at least 10 percent of the grant for research activities in Italy and abroad
• 50 percent increase in the scholarship amount during research periods abroad (up to 12 months)
• Opportunity to conduct advanced research in a prestigious Italian university with strong international connections
• Access to excellent academic supervision, facilities, and international research networks

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Eligibility Criteria:

• Hold a Master’s degree (Laurea Magistrale) or an equivalent foreign qualification by 31 October 2026
• Foreign degrees must be comparable in level and content (the Selection Committee will check eligibility)
• Provide supporting documents such as Diploma Supplement, Declaration of Value, or ENIC-NARIC certificate (strongly recommended for international applicants)
• Meet any additional requirements listed in the specific PhD programme description

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Programs Available:

The University of Pisa offers PhD programmes in the following major fields:

• Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences
• Biological Sciences
• Chemical Sciences
• Computer Science and Information Engineering
• Economics and Management
• Engineering (Civil, Industrial, Energy, Environmental)
• History, Archaeology and Art History
• Humanities and Literature
• Law and Political Sciences
• Mathematics and Physics
• Medicine and Health Sciences
• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Political and Social Sciences

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How to Apply:

Follow these simple steps to submit your application:

1. Register on the Alice Portal
2. Upload all required documents
3. Pay the €30 application fee
4. Submit the application before the deadline and download the receipt

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