The University of Tuscia in Italy has officially announced its public selection call for admission to PhD programmes for the 42nd cycle for the 2026/2027 academic year. The competitive doctoral opportunity is open to qualified applicants from Italy and abroad who wish to pursue advanced research training across a wide range of academic disciplines.
The PhD admission process has been established in accordance with Italian higher education regulations, including Ministerial Decree No. 226/2021, Ministerial Decree No. 247/2022, and the University of Tuscia PhD Regulations. The selection process will only proceed for doctoral programmes that receive the required accreditation or renewal approval from the Italian National Agency for the Evaluation of Universities and Research Institutes (ANVUR).
Available PhD Programmes at the University of Tuscia
The University of Tuscia is offering doctoral positions across nine research-focused PhD programmes designed to promote innovation, sustainability, scientific advancement, and interdisciplinary research.
The available programmes include:
- Ecology and Sustainable Management of Environmental Resources
- Economics, Management and Quantitative Methods
- Engineering for Energy and Environment
- Legal Systems, Rights Protection and European Integration
- Plant and Animal Sciences
- History and Cultural Heritage
- Science, Technology and Biotechnology for Sustainability
- Society in Change: Policies, Rights and Security
- Welfare, Diversity and Gender Studies
Detailed information regarding each doctoral programme, including research topics, coordinators, affiliated institutions, available positions, scholarships, evaluation procedures, and admission requirements, is provided through the official PhD programme information sheets.
The programme details are published through:
- University of Tuscia PhD Programmes webpage
- Euraxess research opportunities portal
- Italian Ministry of University and Research doctoral call platform
PhD Positions and Scholarship Opportunities
The University of Tuscia doctoral call provides different categories of positions for successful applicants. Available opportunities include:
- Fully funded PhD scholarships supported by the University, academic departments, public institutions, and private organisations.
- Reserved positions for employees of partner companies, public institutions, and research centres.
- Doctoral positions without scholarships.
Additional scholarships may become available through external funding sources, including national, regional, European, and international research programmes. Additional funding opportunities may include specific eligibility requirements related to nationality, age, residence status, or research themes.
Applicants awarded scholarships linked to specific research projects will be required to conduct their doctoral research within the designated scientific area.
Eligibility Requirements for Applicants
The PhD call is open to candidates without restrictions based on age or citizenship. Applicants must meet academic qualification requirements by the application deadline or obtain the required qualification by October 31, 2026.
Eligible candidates include those who hold:
- An Italian Master’s Degree (Laurea Magistrale), Specialist Degree, or equivalent qualification.
- A previous Italian university degree obtained under the old academic system.
- A foreign academic qualification recognised as equivalent to an Italian second-cycle degree.
Applicants expecting to graduate after submitting their application may participate conditionally but must obtain their qualification by the required deadline. Failure to complete the degree requirements will result in the loss of admission eligibility and any assigned scholarship.
Candidates who have previously received a PhD scholarship in Italy or abroad are not eligible for another doctoral scholarship.
Requirements for International Applicants
International candidates are welcome to apply and must provide documentation proving that their foreign qualification is equivalent to an Italian Master’s degree.
Applicants with international qualifications must submit:
- A recognised second-cycle degree allowing access to doctoral studies in their home country.
- Academic transcripts showing completed examinations and final grades.
- Grading system information used by their university.
- Diploma Supplement, Declaration of Value, or CIMEA eligibility certification where applicable.
Documents issued in languages other than Italian, English, or French must include an officially certified translation.
The PhD Selection Board will evaluate the suitability of foreign qualifications according to Italian regulations and international recognition agreements.
Application Deadline and Submission Process
Candidates must submit applications exclusively through the University of Tuscia online Student Portal.
The application deadline is:
18 August 2026 at 2:00 PM (CEST)
Applicants must:
- Register on the Student Portal to obtain login credentials.
- Upload required academic documents and qualifications in PDF format.
- Ensure uploaded files do not exceed 10MB each.
- Pay the mandatory €25 application fee.
Applications submitted by email or outside the official online platform will not be accepted.
Candidates applying for multiple PhD programmes must submit separate applications with the required documentation for each programme.
Applicants with disabilities or specific learning disorders may request additional examination time according to the provisions outlined in the application procedure.
PhD Selection Process
The admission process aims to assess candidates’ research potential, academic preparation, and suitability for doctoral study.
Evaluation may include:
- Assessment of academic qualifications.
- Written examination where applicable.
- Oral interview.
- Evaluation of foreign language knowledge.
Candidates living abroad may request to complete the oral examination through videoconference, subject to compliance with the required procedures.
Selection Committees appointed for each PhD programme will evaluate candidates and prepare ranking lists based on examination results and qualification assessments.
Successful candidates will be admitted according to ranking order until all available positions are filled.
PhD Scholarship Benefits and Funding
Selected PhD students receiving scholarships will receive financial support amounting to €16,243 gross annually, paid monthly.
Additional benefits include:
- Up to a 50% scholarship increase for authorised research periods abroad, for a maximum of 12 months.
- Extended international research support for doctoral students involved in joint supervision agreements.
- A research activity budget equivalent to 10% of the scholarship value.
Scholarship holders are exempt from university tuition fees. All doctoral students must pay required administrative and regional education charges unless eligible for additional exemptions.
Duration and Responsibilities of Doctoral Students
PhD programmes at the University of Tuscia will begin on November 1, 2026, and will last a minimum of three years.
Doctoral students must undertake full-time research activities and complete coursework and research milestones established by their doctoral programme.
At the conclusion of the programme, candidates must submit and defend a doctoral thesis demonstrating significant scientific contributions.
International Research Environment and Career Development
The University of Tuscia provides doctoral researchers with opportunities to collaborate internationally, participate in research projects, and develop specialised expertise across multiple disciplines.
The programme supports innovation, academic excellence, sustainability research, and professional development for future researchers, academics, and specialists.
Applicants interested in joining the 42nd cycle PhD programmes are encouraged to review the official programme information sheets and prepare their applications before the deadline.
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