Ph.D. Programs – XLI Cycle: The University of Catania has announced its official call for applications for admission to its Ph.D. programs (41st cycle, 2025/2026 academic year). Multiple funded scholarships are available across a wide range of disciplines. The competition is open internationally.
Designation
Ph.D. Student
Table: Ph.D. Courses Offered
| No. | Course Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural, food and environmental science | 3 years |
| 2 | Basic and applied biomedical sciences | 3 years |
| 3 | Traslational Biomedicine | 3 years |
| 4 | Biotechnologies | 3 years |
| 5 | Economics, Management and Decision Making | 4 years |
| 6 | Physics | 3 years |
| 7 | Law | 3 years |
| 8 | Computer Science | 3 years |
| 9 | Systems, energy, computer and telecommunications engineering | 3 years |
| 10 | Technological innovation in the biomedical field | 3 years |
| 11 | Neuroscience | 3 years |
| 12 | Educational processes, theoretical-transformative models and research methods applied to the territory | 3 years |
| 13 | Materials science and nanotechnologies | 3 years |
| 14 | Chemical sciences | 3 years |
| 15 | Earth and Environmental Science | 3 years |
| 16 | Science of interpretation | 3 years |
| 17 | Science for Cultural Heritage and Production | 3 years |
| 18 | Political Science | 3 years |
| 19 | Complex systems for physical, socio-economic and life sciences | 3 years |
| 20 | Evaluation and mitigation of urban and territorial risks | 3 years |
Research Areas
Research areas align with the above disciplines. Each Ph.D. covers specialized research topics specified in the official course annexes (see university website for detailed research themes per course).
Location
University of Catania, Catania, Italy
Eligibility / Qualification
- Open to candidates of any nationality, sex, or age.
- Applicants must hold:
- an Italian Laurea (Vecchio Ordinamento) or a Laurea specialistica/magistrale, or
- a foreign second level/master degree suitable for access to Ph.D. programs in the awarding country.
- Final-year students may apply, provided they complete their degree by October 31, 2025.
- Some scholarships funded through the regional call require birth or residency in Sicily and age below 35 at the closing date.
- For foreign degrees, a Declaration of Value or CIMEA Certificate of Comparability is required.
Description
- Scholarships are available for each Ph.D. program (at least 2 per program through regional and university funding).
- Scholarships amount to €16,243 per year (gross); increased by up to 50% for approved research stays abroad.
- Some courses may have additional scholarships funded by public or private, Italian or foreign partners.
- Courses generally last 3 years (Economics, Management and Decision Making: 4 years).
- Each program’s detailed research focus, funding source, and specific requirements are available in the course information annexes.
- Additional support for research activities is provided via an annual budget of 10% of the scholarship amount.
How to Apply
- Online Application Only:
Submit your application at https://studenti.smartedu.unict.it/Login?ReturnUrl=%2f - Required Documents:
- CV/Resume (signed)
- Degree certificate or proof of final-year enrollment
- Research project proposal
- Publications list (if any)
- Language and computer skills certificates (if any)
- Valid identity document
- Application Fee: €30 (reimbursed for those awarded certain regional scholarships).
- Language: Applications and attached documents accepted in Italian or English. Annexes in other languages need an official translation.
- Special Needs: Applicants with disabilities (66% or higher) may request support and access supernumerary places without a scholarship.
Last Date to Apply
July 21, 2025 (12:00 noon, Italian time, GMT+1)
Further Information
- Detailed research topics and additional funding opportunities are specified per course in official annexes.
- Results and updates will be published at University of Catania – Doctoral Programs.
- For questions, contact: dottorati@unict.it
Note: Only the Italian version of the call is legally binding. The English version provides general information.
Summary:
This scholarship post consolidates all main information for prospective candidates wishing to apply for Ph.D. programs at the University of Catania for the 2025/2026 academic year, including scholarship funding, research areas, admission criteria, the application process, and deadlines. For detailed research topics and course-specific requirements, consult the official annexes and university website.
