Quick Facts

Eligible CountriesAny
Area of StudyEngineering, Social Sciences
Application Deadline24 July 2026 (Closed)
Scholarship TypeDoctorate
FundingFully Funded
Mode of StudyIn-person
ReferenceRAS-2026-1472
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About This Scholarship

The University of Messina offers fully funded PhD scholarships for the 42nd Cycle (2026/2027) covering 15 different doctoral programmes across multiple disciplines. Successful candidates receive an annual stipend of €16,243 and free tuition, with studies commencing on 1st November 2026.

What This Scholarship Covers

  • Annual scholarship amount of €16,243.00 paid monthly
  • Full tuition covered
  • Subject to social security charges

Who Can Apply

  • 1 Must already hold a Master's degree, specialist degree, old system degree diploma, or equivalent foreign qualification recognised as suitable for PhD admission
  • 2 Or be in the final stage of studies and obtain the required qualification by 31st October 2026
  • 3 No age or nationality restrictions
  • 4 For Executive PhD positions: must have an active employment relationship with the affiliated company for the entire duration of the course
  • 5 For PhD high level trainee positions: must be between 18 and 29 years old
  • 6 For Regional scholarships under Call No. 32/2026: must be born or resident in Sicily on the date the Call was published
📅 3 years (typical PhD duration)

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