We are pleased to announce that the call for applications for the new cycle of the National PhD Programme in Sustainable Development and Climate Change (PhD-SDC) is now open!
📅 Deadline: August 22, 2025 at 13:00
🟢 36 fully funded PhD scholarships are available, offered by 22 Italian universities and national research institutions.
You can explore the full list of research topics and partner institutions here
📌 Application guidelines and requirements are available at this link
💰 Key updates for this cycle
We’re excited to share that this year’s scholarships have been significantly increased to better support doctoral candidates and enhance the international appeal of our programme:
Total scholarship value: from €78,000 → €91,000
Monthly net stipend: from €1,190 → €1,400
Research budget: from €9,600 → €12,000
Apply now and join an interdisciplinary, international community committed to tackling the challenges of climate change and sustainable development.
