Overview

The Sustainable Management of Agricultural Forestry and Food Resources doctoral program at the University of Florence is a cornerstone of academic excellence, immersing students in the complexities of sustainable practices in agriculture, forestry, and food systems. Guided by distinguished faculty members with expertise in these fields, the program offers a comprehensive curriculum covering sustainable land management, agroecology, supply chain management, and food security.

Key Features

Comprehensive Curriculum in Sustainable Management
Expert Faculty Specializing in Agriculture, Forestry, and Food Systems
Hands-on Research and Extensive Fieldwork Opportunities
Interdisciplinary Collaboration in Sustainable Agriculture, Forestry, and Food Science
Focus on Sustainable Land Management, Agroecology, and Food Security
State-of-the-Art Laboratories and Research Facilities
Emphasis on Addressing Global Environmental Challenges in Agriculture and Forestry

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Sustainable Land Management
Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture
Forestry Management and Conservation
Food Supply Chain Management
Agricultural and Food Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-09 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Environmental Management Food Science Forestry View 10 other PhDs in Food Science in Italy

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.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Prospective candidates must hold a Laurea specialistica/magistrale degree or an equivalent qualification awarded before the approval of Ministerial Decree D.M. n. 509 of 3 November 1999, updated with D.M. n. 270 of 22 October 2004. Additionally, candidates with a qualification corresponding to a Master's (second level) degree are eligible for admission. This stringent criterion ensures that admitted students have a robust academic foundation, preparing them for the challenges of the Sustainable Management of Agricultural Forestry and Food Resources doctoral program at the University of Florence.

Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 36 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Florence

850 - 1300 EUR /month

Living costs

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