The University of Catania has officially opened the call for applications for admission to its Ph.D. (Doctoral) programs for the XLII Cycle, academic year 2026/2027. This is a competitive opportunity for candidates to pursue advanced research across a wide range of academic disciplines.
Ph.D. Opportunities: Call for Applications – University of Catania (XLII Cycle, 2026/2027) Italy
Summary
- Institution: University of Catania
- Academic Year: 2026/2027
- Cycle: XLII
- Program Duration: Typically 3 years
- Application Period: Opens June 30, 2026 | Closes July 31, 2026 (12:00 PM CET)
- Official Reference: D.R. n. 2322 (published June 29, 2026)
Designation
Ph.D. Candidate / Doctoral Researcher
Research Areas
The university offers doctoral programs across several diverse fields. Applicants are encouraged to review the specific Information Sheets (scheda informativa) for each course to understand the precise research themes and objectives.
| Program Areas |
| Agricultural, Food and Environmental Science |
| Basic and Applied Biomedical Sciences / Translational Biomedicine |
| Biotechnologies / Technological Innovation in Biomedical Field |
| Physics / Chemical Sciences / Material Science and Nanotechnologies |
| Computer Science / Systems, Energy, Computer and Telecommunications Engineering |
| Economics, Management and Decision Making |
| Law / Political Sciences |
| Neuroscience / Public Health and Clinical Research |
| Earth and Environmental Sciences / Risks (Natural, Urban, Territorial) |
| Humanities (Sciences of Interpretation, Cultural Heritage, Educational Processes) |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Nationality: Open to all candidates regardless of age, gender, or nationality.
- Academic Background: Applicants must hold:
- A Master’s degree (Laurea Magistrale/Specialistica) or equivalent foreign second-cycle qualification.
- Alternatively, final-year students may apply if they are expected to obtain their degree by October 31, 2026.
- Equivalence: Foreign qualifications must be recognized as providing access to doctoral studies in the country of origin. Candidates may need to provide a Declaration of Value or a CIMEA Certificate of Comparability.
Job/Program Description
Selected candidates will engage in a three-year intensive research training program. Responsibilities include:
- Conducting original, high-level academic research.
- Participation in specialized courses, seminars, and international mobility programs.
- Collaborating with faculty and research groups within their department.
- Drafting and defending a doctoral thesis.
How to Apply
- Visit the Portal: Complete the application exclusively online at the University of Catania Student Portal.
- Registration: Register on the portal to obtain credentials (if you do not already have them).
- Application: Navigate to “Enrolment and entrance tests” > “Doctorates” > “Participation Notices.”
- Documents: Upload required documents, including:
- Curriculum vitae et studiorum.
- Proof of degree or enrollment.
- Research project proposal relevant to the chosen course.
- List of publications (if any) and proficiency certificates (as required).
- Fee: Pay the application fee of €30.00 via the system.
Last Date to Apply
The application deadline is Friday, July 31, 2026, at 12:00 PM (noon, Italian time).
For further details and to download the official call (Bando di Concorso), please visit the official University of Catania website.
