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Overview
About the program
The PhD in Cybersecurity at Sapienza University of Rome aims to train:
- 1) researchers capable of operating both in academia and in public and private research institutions for the development of new technologies and methodologies for cybersecurity;
- 2) specialists of the highest professional level with engineering and managerial skills capable of introducing technological and methodological innovation within the main application sectors of cybersecurity.
The multidisciplinary nature of this field of study is well represented by the composition of the doctoral college which leverages expert professors from multiple scientific sectors.
Programme Structure
The research areas of main interest for the doctorate are:- Systems security
- Software security
- Hardware security
- Network security
- Cryptography
- Cyber risk management
- Data privacy and security
- Security governance
- Security in supply chains
- Security operations
- Economics of cybersecurity
- High-reliable organizing
- Information warfare
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
- additional admission round: October 13
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 80
PTE Academic 42
IELTS 5.5
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Roma, Italy
Disciplines
Cyber Security View 4 other PhDs in Cyber Security in ItalyWhat students do after studying Computer Science & IT
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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
PTE Academic 42
IELTS 5.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- To be admitted to a PhD programme, students must hold a Master's degree programme or a recognised foreign qualification.
Admission procedure:
- Qualifications assessment
- Oral interview
Required documentation:
- research project
- letters of introduction (by a teacher)
- list of publications
- degree thesis (complete)
- Curriculum Vitae
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Tuition Fees
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Additional Details
Students enrolling in PhD programmes are only required to pay the annual regional fee of €140 and a stamp duty of €16
Living costs
Roma
Italy
850 - 1450 EUR / month
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Cybersecurity.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Provided by university
Grant
1290 EUR
Deadline
13 Sep 2026
International Post-degree Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
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