Program Overview

PhD in Surgical Sciences and Innovative Technologies

The PhD in Surgical Sciences and Innovative Technologies is a 3-year program offered by the University of Bologna. The program is conducted in English and Italian.

Program Details

• Academic Year: The program is part of the 41st cycle.
• Subject Area: Medical, Pharmaceutical, and Veterinary Medical Sciences.
• Coordinator: Prof. Emanuela Marcelli.
• Duration: 3 years.
• Scholarship Amount: Intermediate € 1,310.47 net per month. Note that the amount may vary based on membership in Italian professional pension funds or other employment income affecting the social security rate.

Operating Centre and Departments

• Operating Centre: Bologna.
• Main Department: Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences - DIMEC.
• Associated Departments:
  • Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences - DIBINEM.
  • Department for Life Quality Studies - QUVI.

Admission Board

The admission board for the third and second rounds includes:

Third Round

• Members:
  • D'Uva Gabriele Matteo, Università di Bologna.
  • Perrone Anna Myriam, Università di Bologna.
  • Valente Sabrina, Università di Bologna.
• Substitutes:
  • Argnani Lisa, Università di Bologna.
  • Mazzetti Michela, Università di Bologna.
  • Tarsitano Achille, Università di Bologna.

Second Round

• Members:
  • Argnani Lisa, Università di Bologna.
  • D'Uva Gabriele Matteo, Università di Bologna.
  • Perrone Anna Myriam, Università di Bologna.
• Substitutes:
  • Mazzetti Michela, Università di Bologna.
  • Rottoli Matteo, Università di Bologna.
  • Tarsitano Achille, Università di Bologna.

Important Dates

• Application Deadline for Third Round: Oct 07, 2025, at 11:59 PM (Expired).
• Enrolment for Third Round: From Oct 20, 2025, to Oct 27, 2025.
• Doctoral Programme Start Date: Nov 01, 2025.
• Application Deadline for Second Round: Jul 01, 2025, at 11:59 PM (Expired).
• Enrolment for Second Round: From Jul 31, 2025, to Sep 01, 2025.