These highly competitive and fully funded PhD programs are open to international students from all academic backgrounds, with no restrictions on nationality or age.

Why Choose Mediterranea University for Your PhD in Italy?

Located in Calabria, one of Italy’s most scenic and culturally rich regions, Mediterranea University is known for excellence in research, innovation, and international collaboration. With strong ANVUR accreditation, all PhD programs maintain the highest academic and research standards.

For 2025/2026, the university is offering:

• 26 PhD positions
• 21 of these include full scholarships
• Scholarships funded by university resources and external strategic partnerships

This opportunity allows scholars to contribute to cutting-edge research in areas like:

• Climate change & sustainability
• Artificial intelligence & smart logistics
• Urban development & European Green Deal projects

Available PhD Programs & Funded Positions

Explore the five key disciplines with scholarship-backed PhD openings:

Some scholarships are co-funded by external entities, giving students the chance to work directly on real-world projects in collaboration with industry, public institutions, and European research networks.

Who Can Apply?

This is a globally open call. Applications are invited from:

• All nationalities
• Candidates with a Master’s degree (or equivalent) by the deadline
• Applicants with foreign qualifications, provided they are translated and officially recognized in Italy

Whether you’re from Asia, Africa, the Americas, or Europe, this is an ideal opportunity to study in Italy for free and engage in impact-driven doctoral research.

What to Expect from the PhD Program

• Program Start Date: November 1, 2025
• Duration: 3 years (full-time)
• Focus: High-quality research training, academic excellence, and employability
• Outcomes: Advanced research credentials, potential post-PhD career opportunities in academia, research institutions, and industry

Additional scholarships may be added if more funding becomes available.

Application Deadline & How to Apply

• Deadline: July 31, 2025, at 12:00 PM (Italian Time)
• Mode of Application: Online submission via the official portal
  Apply Here: https://unirc.esse3.cineca.it
• International Applicants: Must also email a signed PDF of the application and all supporting documents to the university’s protocol office

[Download Official Call for Applications (XLI Cycle – PDF)]
[Annex A – Program Details (PDF)]
[Annex B – Application Instructions (DOCX)]