University of Bologna PhD Scholarships 2026-27 in Italy | Fully Funded PHD, MasSter & Bachelor Programs

University of Bologna PhD Scholarships 2026-27 in Italy

Applications are now open for the University of Bologna PhD Scholarships 2026-27 in Italy. International students from all countries can apply for fully funded doctoral programs offered under the 42nd PhD cycle.

The University of Bologna is one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious universities and offers PhD programs across Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Social Sciences, Humanities, and many other fields. Most PhD programs are taught in English or Italian and normally last 3 years.

Scholarship Benefits

Successful candidates may receive:

✅ Monthly scholarship allowance
✅ Research and academic supervision
✅ International research environment
✅ Mobility and research opportunities abroad
✅ Access to university facilities and laboratories

Scholarship amounts generally start from around €1,250–€1,350 net per month depending on the program and funding scheme.

Available Fields

PhD programs are offered in many disciplines including:

• Engineering
• Computer Science
• Physics
• Mathematics
• Economics
• Social Sciences
• Humanities
• Environmental Sciences
• Biological Sciences
• Cultural and Heritage Studies
• And many more

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should:

• Hold a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification
• Meet language requirements of the chosen program
• Submit all required admission documents
• Fulfil programme-specific requirements

International and non-EU students are eligible to apply.

Application Deadline

The second-round deadline for many PhD programmes is:

📅 15 June 2026
Doctoral activities are expected to start from 1 November 2026.

How to Apply?

1. Visit the official University of Bologna PhD portal
2. Choose your desired PhD program
3. Read the admission call carefully
4. Prepare required documents
5. Submit your online application before the deadline

Official Website

Apply through the official link below:
https://www.unibo.it/en/university/organisation-and-campuses/university-services/online-services/online-services-for-students/guide-to-online-student-services/studenti-online