Overview

About the programme

The Technologies for Fundamental Research in Physics and Astrophysics programme is based on the development of a research project, original and relevant for the progress of knowledge in the field of Technologies for fundamental research in Physics and Astrophysics. The research project will be based on one of the five available curricula of the PhD course.

It will also provide the PhD students at the University of Padua with a set of tools and skills that will allow them to play a leading role in the field of cutting-edge technologies used in both public and private research and in the transfer of these technologies towards the national production chain.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Mechanics
Electronics
Computing and Information technology
Detectors, Lasers and Optics
Electrotechnics and Electrotechnics for Accelerators

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-13 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

Schedule TOEFL®

OTE

126

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Padua, Italy

Disciplines

Physics Astronomy & Space Sciences General Engineering & Technology View 7 other PhDs in Astronomy & Space Sciences in Italy

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

Schedule TOEFL®

OTE

126

Other requirements

General requirements

Anyone in possession of the following, regardless of nationality, may apply to take part in the selection process:

diploma di laurea (pre-reform regime);
laurea specialistica/magistrale (post-reform regime);
second-level academic qualifications awarded by AFAM (Higher Education in Art and Music) institutions

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

2950 EUR / year

≈ 2950 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2950 EUR / year

≈ 2950 EUR / year

Living costs

Padova

Italy

750 - 1100 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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