Overview

This Physics programme offered by University of Trieste provides opportunities to undertake state-of-the-art research across a broad range of areas within physics. Students work within the unique research environment of Trieste, benefiting from close collaboration between the University and numerous scientific institutions. Advanced coursework complements doctoral research, allowing candidates to build knowledge aligned with their thesis topic while engaging with both theoretical and practical aspects of the discipline.

Key Facts

Research activity is carried out within established research groups, where students develop approaches, techniques, instrumentation skills, data analysis methods, and project design capabilities. Training encompasses theoretical, computational, and laboratory-based work, with particular emphasis on independent inquiry, scientific communication, teamwork, and collaboration. Graduates pursue careers in universities, research centres, technology-intensive industries, start-ups, finance, telecommunications, robotics, energy, biotechnology, consulting, public administration, and education.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Theoretical Physics
Experimental Physics
Computational Physics
Applied Physics
Fundamental Physics
Data Analysis
Experimental Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-11-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Trieste, Italy

Disciplines

Physics View 22 other PhDs in Physics 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

Who is eligible for a PhD programme?

Holders of an Italian master's degree (laurea magistrale, laurea specialistica or laurea vecchio ordinamento)
Holders of a suitable foreign academic qualification. The qualification must grant access to a PhD programme according to the education system of the country where it was obtained

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Tuition Fees

Additional Details

Students pay a duty stamp, a regional tax up to 160 euros, and an all-inclusive contribution up to 450 euros.

Living costs

Trieste

Italy

850 - 1100 EUR / month

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