Overview

Objectives

The PhD in Psychology and Social Neuroscience at Sapienza University of Rome aims to:

To provide methodological knowledge, develop theoretically sound and cogent experimental, quasi experimental and longitudinal-cross-sectional designs and paradigms.
To train Ph.D. students to be future independent researchers by supporting their proactive role from writing scientific articles to grant hunting and grant writing.
To encourage inquisitive, creative and critical thinking through group interaction and cooperation.
To reinforce the interaction between partner laboratories by sharing knowledge and expertise and through researchers' mobility. In particular, Ph.D. students will carry out their research projects at Sapienza University of Rome and another university within the PhD network.

Programme Structure

Students may apply to one of the two research tracks:

Cognitive Social and Affective Neuroscience aims at studying the cerebral systems at the base of cognitive, affective and social functions
Personality and Organizational Psychology combines the study of personality structure and processes with the study of the role of contextual and organizational factors in shaping individuals' behavior in different life phases and in different contexts and cultures

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-21 00:00:00

More details

additional admission round: October 13

Language

English

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42

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IELTS

5.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Roma, Italy

Disciplines

Psychology Neuroscience Social Psychology

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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

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OR

80

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PTE Academic

42

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IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be admitted to a PhD programme, students must hold a Master's degree programme or a recognised foreign qualification.

Admission procedure:

Qualifications assessment
Oral interview

Required documentation

research project
letters of introduction (by a teacher)
list of publications
letter of motivation (by the candidate)
Curriculum Vitae

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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

Students enrolling in PhD programmes are only required to pay the annual regional fee of €140 and a stamp duty of €16

Living costs

Roma

Italy

850 - 1450 EUR / month

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