Fully Funded IUSS Pavia PhD Scholarship 2027 in Italy

Summary

The IUSS Pavia PhD Scholarship 2027 is inviting applications from international candidates for fully funded doctoral programs. With only 23 funded positions available, this scholarship offers a unique opportunity for advanced research training in various fields, such as neuroscience, artificial intelligence, linguistics, and seismic engineering.

• 🎓 IUSS Pavia PhD Scholarship 2027 is a fully funded PhD opportunity in Italy for international students seeking advanced research training.
• 🏛️ The scholarship is offered by entity[“organization”,”Scuola Universitaria Superiore IUSS Pavia”,”Italy Graduate School”], a prestigious Italian graduate school known for research excellence and international collaborations.
• 🌍 Open to applicants from all nationalities who wish to pursue a doctoral degree abroad.
• 📚 Only 23 fully funded PhD positions are available, making the competition highly selective.
• 🤝 Scholars benefit from collaborations with institutions such as entity[“organization”,”University of Pavia”,”Italy”], entity[“organization”,”University of Milan”,”Italy”], entity[“organization”,”Scuola Normale Superiore”,”Italy”], and entity[“organization”,”University College London”,”United Kingdom”].
• 💰 Recipients receive an annual scholarship worth €18,645.63 throughout the PhD program.
• 🔬 An additional annual research allowance of approximately €1,864 is provided for conferences, fieldwork, research activities, and academic mobility.
• ✈️ Students conducting approved research abroad receive a 50% increase in their scholarship amount.
• 🛡️ Insurance coverage is provided for the entire duration of the PhD program.
• 🧠 Available English-taught PhD programs include:
  • PhD in Cognitive Brain Sciences
  • PhD in The Human Mind and Its Explanations (HuME)
  • PhD in Theoretical and Experimental Linguistics
  • PhD in Earthquake Engineering (ROSE)

Designation

Fully Funded PhD Scholarship

Details

Research Areas

• Cognitive Brain Sciences
• The Human Mind and Its Explanations: Language, Brain and Reasoning (HuME)
• Theoretical and Experimental Linguistics
• Earthquake Engineering (ROSE)

Location

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IUSS Pavia, Italy

Eligibility/Qualification

• Open to international candidates from all backgrounds.
• Must possess a Master’s degree or an equivalent credential prior to the start of the PhD program.
• Relevant backgrounds include, but are not limited to: psychology, neurology, cognitive science, linguistics, computer science, artificial intelligence, philosophy, engineering, mathematics, and geosciences.
• No Italian language proficiency is required; all programs are conducted in English.

Job Description

The successful candidates will engage in intensive research and academic activities. The scholarship provides:

• A monthly stipend of €18,645.63 for the duration of the PhD.
• An annual research allowance of approximately €1,864 for fieldwork, conferences, and academic mobility.
• Potential for a 50% increase in the scholarship for authorized research periods abroad.
• Insurance coverage for the entire duration of the PhD program.

How to Apply

1. Complete the online application form.
2. Submit the following documents:

• Degree Certificate
• Academic Transcript
• Passport or National Identity Document
• Letters of Recommendation
• Research Proposal
• Medical Certificate
• Updated CV or Resume

1. Attend an online or in-person interview which will assess research potential and academic credentials.

Last Date to Apply

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16 June 2026

This scholarship presents a valuable opportunity for candidates seeking to further their education and research careers in a prestigious setting.