Looking to pursue a fully funded PhD in Europe in 2025?

Application Deadline: June 6, 2025 – 1:00 PM CET (Italian Time)

Why Study Your PhD at the University of Trieste?

Trieste is a world-renowned international research hub located near the Adriatic Sea. It offers an outstanding environment for doctoral students, with:

Over 600 PhD students from around the globe
Most PhD positions are fully funded through scholarships and projects
13 diverse PhD programmes across science, technology, humanities, and AI
A strong academic and innovation ecosystem in Italy
Partnerships with global research institutes like ICTP, SISSA, and AREA Science Park

PhD Programmes Available for 2025/2026 (41st Cycle)

The following fully funded PhD programmes are open for international and Italian students:

• Environmental Life Sciences
• Applied Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
• Molecular Biomedicine
• Chemistry
• Circular Economy
• Physics
• Civil-Environmental Engineering and Architecture
• Industrial and Information Engineering
• Personalized Medicine and Innovative Therapies
• Nanotechnology
• Neural and Cognitive Sciences
• Earth Science, Fluid-Dynamics and Mathematics
• History, Philosophy, and Political-Social Studies

Eligibility Criteria for PhD Admission

To apply, you must hold by October 31, 2024:

• An Italian Laurea Magistrale / Specialistica, or
• A foreign Master’s degree equivalent in duration and academic level

The degree must qualify you for PhD studies in the awarding country.
Some programmes may have specific prerequisites. Always check the individual PhD programme pages.

PhD Admission Process – University of Trieste 2025

Admission is competitive and merit-based. The selection process includes:

• Academic qualifications evaluation
• (Optional) Research project proposal evaluation
• Online or in-person interview

Important:
All details regarding available positions, required documents, and selection procedures are listed in the official call (Bando).

Funding & Scholarships

• Most PhD positions are fully funded
• Scholarships are awarded based on ranking in the selection process
• Additional financial support is available for:
  • International mobility
  • Research collaborations abroad
  • Industry-linked research

How to Apply for PhD at University of Trieste 2025

Apply online via the ESSE3 Application Portal
Deadline: June 6, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. CET (Italian Time)
Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Visit the Official Call for detailed guidelines and programme-specific instructions.

What Makes Trieste a Top Destination for PhD Students?

• Recognized as a UNESCO Creative City of Science
• Home to prestigious research institutions: ICTP, SISSA, Elettra Sincrotrone
• Multicultural, bilingual environment (Italian & Slovenian)
• Affordable cost of living and high quality of life
• Beautiful coastal location with vibrant academic life

Student Testimonials

“Being a PhD student at Trieste has opened international doors I never imagined.”
— Mariam, PhD in Molecular Biomedicine

“The funding, supervision, and scientific community here are world-class.”
— Luca, PhD in Data Science

Start Your PhD Journey in 2025

Whether you’re passionate about AI, Circular Economy, Medicine, Humanities, or Nanotechnology, the University of Trieste offers a world-class research environment to shape your future.

Don’t Miss Out – Apply by June 6, 2025!
Start Your Application Today