Overview

This Earth Sciences programme offered by University of Parma provides advanced training across a broad range of geoscience disciplines, combining fundamental scientific investigation with applications relevant to natural resources, environmental management, and geological hazards. Research activities encompass the study of Earth's history, structure, dynamics, materials, and surface processes through fieldwork, laboratory investigations, analytical methods, and quantitative approaches. Doctoral candidates pursue specialised research while benefiting from interdisciplinary perspectives that connect multiple areas of geoscience.

Key Facts

The programme combines research projects, seminars, workshops, specialist courses, and advanced computational training. Particular emphasis is placed on sustainable management of fluid and solid georesources, assessment of geological and environmental risks, and the integration of geological, paleontological, geomorphological, hydrogeological, geochemical, geophysical, and mineralogical data. Students also gain experience in research project development, scientific publishing, technical reporting, and the application of advanced software to geoenvironmental and geostatistical problems. The programme prepares graduates for careers in both research and industry by developing skills aligned with international scientific and professional standards.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Micropaleontology
Paleontology
Stratigraphy
Sedimentary Systems
Structural Geology
Tectonic Processes
Geomorphology
Physical Geography
Hydrogeology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-23 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Parma, Italy

Disciplines

Earth Sciences View 6 other PhDs in Earth 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

Master's degree, single-cycle degree, or equivalent foreign qualification.
Admission through a public competitive selection process.
Completion of a three-year doctoral programme.
Participation in mandatory teaching activities (20 hours per year).
Completion of original doctoral research and thesis requirements.

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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
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

All PhD student enrolled in courses are required to pay €156.00 annually

Living costs

Parma

Italy

700 - 1000 EUR / month

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