Overview

This Industrial Engineering programme offered by University of Parma provides advanced study in Industrial Engineering, preparing candidates for roles in industrial production environments as well as public and private research and development organizations. The curriculum is designed to strengthen scientific and technical expertise while supporting the development of autonomy, management capabilities, and collaborative skills required for professional and research settings.

Key Facts

The programme focuses on numerical, analytical, and experimental approaches for addressing complex technical and scientific challenges in Industrial Engineering. Doctoral candidates also develop organizational competencies, advanced computing knowledge, and technical scientific English skills for journal publications and conference presentations. An internationalization component within the three-year programme promotes collaboration with foreign institutions and supports participation in international scientific environments.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Numerical Methods in Industrial Engineering
Analytical Techniques for Engineering Systems
Experimental Methods in Industrial Engineering
Industrial Engineering Research Methodology
Engineering Management and Organizational Skills
Advanced Computer Science for Engineering
Technical and Scientific English Communication
International Research Collaboration

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

Industrial & Systems Engineering View 15 other PhDs in Industrial & Systems Engineering 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.
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.