Overview

The subjects studied in the Space Science and Technology programme offered by the University of Trento are related to space activities and are many, enabling the participating institutions to share lessons, educational materials, laboratories, and internship opportunities. This approach ensures high-quality and excellence, and gives the participants the opportunity to build a strong network of relationships and to train a wide range of experts with different areas of expertise.

Key Facts

Doctoral candidates are encouraged to adopt an exploratory approach to the research topics, while the course aims to transfer scientifically significant and high-quality results to practical and applied contexts. The goal here is to strengthen the connection between basic and applied research, particularly in addressing society's priority environmental issues, which call for the development of innovative technologies, methods, and solutions.

Programme Structure

Research Areas:

Observation of the Universe

Earth and the Sun-Earth System

Planetary sciences

Astrobiology, life sciences, and space medicine

Sensors and space instrumentation

Engineering and satellite platform technologies

Space economics, law, and diplomacy

Gravitational studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-11-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-20 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Trento, Italy

Disciplines

Astronomy & Space Sciences 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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A specialist or master's degree or a degree issued under the previous regulations;
A second-level diploma awarded by higher-education institutions for the fine arts, music and dance (AFAM, Alta Formazione Artistica e Musicale);
An equivalent academic qualification obtained abroad (master's degree) that allows admission to the PhD program in the education system or in the country of issue and that is considered suitable by the selection committee for the sole purpose of accessing the course.

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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

Free
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

Free

Additional Details

This program is scholarship-funded

Living costs

Trento

Italy

700 - 1000 EUR / month

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