University of Parma PhD Scholarships 2025 (Fully Funded)

Host Country: Italy
University: Università degli Studi di Parma (University of Parma)
Degree Level: PhD (Doctorate)
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
Application Deadline: July 24, 2025 – 13:00 CEST
Application Fee: €30 (non-refundable)
Start Date: November 1, 2025

Overview

The University of Parma in Italy has officially opened applications for its 41st PhD Cycle (Academic Year 2025/2026). These fully funded PhD scholarships are available to international and domestic students across a wide range of disciplines in sciences, humanities, engineering, health, and law.

With a legacy of academic excellence and global research partnerships, the University of Parma offers a world-class doctoral experience with opportunities for international mobility and industry collaboration.

Available PhD Programs

PhD candidates can apply to programs across multiple fields, including:

• Economics and Management (Joint with Università Cattolica)
• Biotechnologies and Biosciences
• Molecular Medicine
• Neurosciences
• Chemical Sciences
• Food Science
• Information Technology
• Civil Engineering and Architecture
• Legal Sciences (Law)
• Microbiota and Health (emerging research area)
• Automotive Engineering, Evolutionary Biology, and Mathematics (via partner universities)

Full list of programs available on the official website.

Scholarship Benefits

PhD scholars admitted to the 41st cycle will receive:

• Full tuition exemption
• Monthly stipend for 3 years (renewable annually)
• Access to advanced research labs, international networks, and doctoral schools
• Research mobility opportunities abroad
• Integration into EU GREEN European University Alliance
• Career development & transferable skills training
• Possible extra funding through industry partnerships or project-based scholarships

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Hold or expect to obtain a Master’s degree (Laurea Magistrale or equivalent) by October 31, 2025
• Have a recognized degree if applying from outside the EU (Declaration of Value or CIMEA may be required)
• Submit a complete application via the Esse3 portal before the deadline
• Meet any program-specific requirements, such as language proficiency or subject background (see individual course info sheets)

Apply Also

• AAUW International Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 – $50,000 for Women Scholars
• KAAD Germany Scholarships for International Students 2025 (Fully Funded)

Application Process

1. Register on the Esse3 portal of the University of Parma
2. Fill and submit the online application between July 1 and July 24, 2025
3. Pay the €30 application fee via the online system
4. Upload the required documents, including:

• • Allegato A (admission form for chosen PhD program)
  • Research Proposal (program-specific format if applicable)
  • Academic transcripts and qualifications
  • Option for remote oral interview (if applicable)
  • Any additional documents required per program

Important Dates

International Student Information

The University of Parma welcomes international applicants and provides:

• PhD supervision in English for many programs
• Visa support and guidance
• Affordable living costs compared to major cities
• A vibrant academic and cultural student life in the heart of Italy

Apply Now

Take the next step in your academic career. Visit the official University of Parma PhD page to start your application and download specific course information sheets.