Program Overview

PhD in Data Science and Computation

The PhD in Data Science and Computation is a three-year program offered by the University of Bologna.

Overview

• The program is part of the Mathematical Physical, Chemical and Astronomical Sciences subject area.
• It is a 41st cycle program.
• The coordinator of the program is Prof. Daniele Bonacorsi.
• The program is taught in both English and Italian.
• The duration of the program is three years.
• The scholarship amount for the program is € 1,425.46 net per month, which may vary based on membership in Italian professional pension funds or other employment income.

Admission Board

• The admission board consists of the following members:
  • Bartolini Andrea, Università di Bologna, Member
  • Decherchi Sergio, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia IIT, Member
  • Franco Annalisa, Università di Bologna, Member
  • Musiani Francesco, Università di Bologna, Member
  • Vitali Fabio, Università di Bologna, Member
• Substitute members:
  • Di Iorio Angelo, Università di Bologna
  • Fanfani Alessandra, Università di Bologna
  • Levrini Olivia, Università di Bologna
  • Rinaldi Lorenzo, Università di Bologna
  • Zerbetto Francesco, Università di Bologna

Program Details

• The main department for the program is the Department of Computer Science and Engineering - DISI.
• Associated departments include:
  • Department of Chemistry "Giacomo Ciamician" - CHIM
  • Department of Pharmacy and Biotechnology - FaBiT
  • Department of Physics and Astronomy "Augusto Righi" - DIFA
  • Department of Electrical, Electronic, and Information Engineering "Guglielmo Marconi" - DEI
  • Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences - DIMEC
• The program has associated locations, including the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia - IIT.

Important Dates

• Application deadline: July 1, 2025, at 11:59 PM (Expired)
• Enrolment period: July 31, 2025, to September 1, 2025
• Doctoral program start date: November 1, 2025

Additional Information

• The program is part of the University of Bologna's PhD programs, which offer advanced training in various fields.
• The University of Bologna is committed to providing high-quality education and research opportunities to its students.