Overview

This Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology programme offered by University of Udine offers advanced research opportunities in plant, animal, and microbial sciences through three specialised curricula. The programme focuses on scientific and technological developments that support the modernization of agriculture while addressing food quality, food safety, and environmental sustainability. A shared biological foundation and biotechnological approach connect all research pathways.

Key Facts

Students develop critical thinking, methodological selection, experimental skills, statistical analysis capabilities, bibliographic research competencies, and proficiency in English. Research activities span plant production, livestock science, and pathogen defence, covering topics such as genetic selection, nutrition, reproduction, genomics, biodiversity, aquaculture, pathogen characterization, pest control, and host-pathogen interactions.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Markers, Genetic Maps and Marker-Assisted Selection
Genetic Transformation
In-Vitro Culture
Somatic Embryogenesis and Hybridization
Bioenergetics and Biomembranes
Plant Stress Physiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-04 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Udine, Italy

Disciplines

Biotechnology Agriculture View 5 other PhDs in Biotechnology 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 (second level) degree in a relevant field.

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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

276 EUR / year

≈ 276 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

276 EUR / year

≈ 276 EUR / year

Living costs

Udine

Italy

700 - 1000 EUR / month

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