Summary
The Università degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca has officially opened applications for its PhD programmes for the academic year 2026/2027 (42nd Cycle). Selection is conducted across two separate application windows. The current active call (Session II) specifically features positions and projects backed by departmental funds, external institutions, or corporate scholarships that became available after the conclusion of the first session.
PhD Scholarships (42nd Cycle) – Università degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca, Italy
Position Details
- Designation: PhD Student / Doctoral Researcher
- Location: Milan, Italy (Piazza dell’Ateneo Nuovo, 1 – 20126, Milano)
- Research Areas: Multiple disciplines across University Departments (specific project details are available via the official session description sheets).
Key Application Sessions
| Session | Application Start Date | Application Deadline | Status |
| Session I | March 18, 2026 | April 17, 2026 (12:00 PM Noon) | Closed |
| Session II | July 1, 2026 | July 22, 2026 (12:00 PM Noon) | OPEN |
Research Area: Interdisciplinary doctoral projects across University Departments, focusing on corporate, institutional, and department-funded research.
Eligibility & Qualifications
- Applicants must meet the specific academic requirements set forth in Article 4 of the official admission notice.
- Candidates must possess a relevant Master’s degree (or equivalent foreign qualification) qualifying them for doctoral-level study.
- All required application documents must be ready and uploaded in PDF format before finalizing the submission.
Job / Project Description
Selected candidates will engage in full-time doctoral research training under the 42nd cycle. Duties include executing specific research projects outlined in the department sheets, collaborating with external corporate or institutional sponsors (where applicable), presenting findings, and completing doctoral coursework required to obtain a Ph.D.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted entirely online through the university’s official application portal.
- Review Documentation: Carefully read the general Call for Applications and the specific “Description Sheets” for your intended course.
- Prepare Files: Convert all supporting documents, portfolios, and certificates into PDF format.
- Consult Guides: Refer to the university’s official Guide to filling in the online application or check the FAQ admission PhD programme page for technical troubleshooting.
- Finalize Early: Once the application is submitted, it cannot be modified, resubmitted, or cancelled.
Note: Session II exclusively includes select programmes with newly available funding or corporate/external institution scholarships. Not all programmes from Session I are repeated in Session II.
Last Date to Apply
- July 22, 2026, at 12:00 noon (Italian Time)
Important: The online registration system shuts down automatically at exactly noon. Applicants are strongly advised to complete the process well in advance to avoid system or network overloads.
