About the Scholarship
The Fully Funded PhD Scholarships for the XLI Cycle, Academic Year 2025/2026 at the University of Perugia provide 161 outstanding opportunities for talented researchers from around the world. These highly competitive positions support innovative, advanced doctoral research at one of Italy’s oldest and most renowned universities. Selected scholars receive full financial support, enabling them to focus entirely on their research and professional development. The programme encourages interdisciplinary work, global mobility, and strong connections with industry and public bodies, giving researchers valuable skills for an international career. It’s an exceptional chance to join a dynamic, diverse academic community in the heart of Italy.
Scholarship Details
- Scholarship Name: Call for Admission to the PhD Courses of the XLI Cycle, A.Y. 2025/2026
- Institution/Provider: University of Perugia
- Administering Organization: University of Perugia
- Location: Perugia, Italy
- Level of Study: PhD
- Field of Study: Multiple disciplines across science, engineering, law, social sciences, humanities, and more
- Mode of Study: Full-time
- Duration: Full programme duration (typically three to four years)
- Start Date (Expected): November 2025
- Application Mode: Online via PICA portal
- Scholarship Type: Fully-funded
Supported Fields of Study
- Agricultural, Food and Environmental Sciences and Biotechnology
- Pharmaceutical Sciences and Biotechnologies
- Consumer Law
- Economics, Institutions, Business and Quantitative Methods
- Reading Education and Benefits of Reading Aloud
- Energy and Sustainable Development
- Communication Ethics and Technological Innovation
- Physics
- Industrial and Information Engineering
- Civil and Environmental Engineering (International Doctoral Programme)
- Legality, Political Cultures and Democracy
- Clinical and Molecular Medicine
- Translational Medicine and Surgery
- Experimental Therapies in Medicine
- Veterinary Health and Experimental Sciences
- Biological and Natural Sciences
- Chemical Sciences
- Legal Sciences
- Human Sciences
- Earth System and Global Change
- History, Arts and Languages in Ancient and Modern Europe
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Requirements
Academic Qualifications:
- Academic Qualifications: Italian Master’s, Specialist, pre-1999 degree, or equivalent foreign second-cycle qualification (Bologna Process/EQF level 7), to be obtained by 31 October 2025.
- Nationality/Residency: Open to all nationalities.
- Language Proficiency: Proof of English or Italian proficiency (programme-dependent).
- Age Limit: None specified.
- Enrollment Status: Incoming PhD students.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong academic record
- Relevant research experience
- Publications or conference presentations
- Motivation aligned with chosen research field
Not Eligible
- Candidates already enrolled in another Italian PhD programme
Financial Coverage / Funding Benefits
- Tuition Fees: Fully covered
- Monthly Stipend/Allowance: Approx. €1,200 per month (subject to slight variations)
- Travel Grant: Included for research mobility and conferences
- Accommodation Support: Assistance provided (not fully subsidised)
- Health Insurance: Covered under national system
- Books & Materials: Partial allowance available
- Additional Perks: Visa support, research funding, access to advanced facilities, career development workshops
Scholarship Benefits
- Tuition Coverage
- Living/Monthly Stipend
- Health or Accident Insurance
- Travel Assistance
- Accommodation Support
- Academic Materials Support
- Research and Conference Funding
- Networking and International Mobility Opportunities
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress throughout the PhD programme
- Develop and present a clear research project
- Participate actively in seminars, training, and academic activities
- Contribute to departmental or interdisciplinary research initiatives
Application Process
How to Apply
Application Mode: Online via PICA portal
Official Link: PICA Application Portal
Required Documents
- Completed Application Form
- CV/Resume
- Academic Transcripts
- Personal Statement or Motivation Letter
- Letters of Recommendation
- Proof of Language Proficiency
- Passport Copy or National ID
- Research Proposal
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 1 July 2025
- Application Deadline: 31 July 2025, 23:59 CET
- Interview/Review Period: August – September 2025
- Result Announcement: October 2025
- Program Start Date: November 2025
Where to Apply
- Institution Website: University of Perugia
- Official Notification: PhD Call for Applications 2025/2026
- Apply Here: PICA Portal
📧 Contact for Queries
Email: ufficio.dottorati@unipg.it
Phone: +39 075 585 5292
Stay updated for more fully funded PhD opportunities and academic career news: HigherJobz.
