Program Overview

PhD in Mechanics and Advanced Engineering Sciences

Overview

The PhD in Mechanics and Advanced Engineering Sciences is a 3-year program offered by the University of Bologna. The program is taught in English and Italian.

Details

• Academic Year:
• Subject area: Engineering Studies
• Cycle: 41
• Coordinator: Prof. Lorenzo Donati
• Language: English, Italian
• Duration: 3 years
• Scholarship amount: Increased € 1,425.46 net per month (the amount may vary if you are a member of Italian professional pension funds or if you have other employment income that leads to a reduction in the social security rate)

Admission Board

The Admission Board consists of the following members:

• De Pascale Andrea
• Gherardi Matteo
• Troncossi Marco
• Ancona Maria Alessandra
• Melino Francesco
• Romolo Laurita

Operating Centre and Main Department

• Operating centre: Bologna
• Main Department: Department of Industrial Engineering - DIN

Call for Applications

There are three rounds of call for applications:

• First Round:
  • Application deadline: Apr 03, 2025 at 11:59 PM (Expired)
  • Enrolment: From May 16, 2025 to May 26, 2025
  • Doctoral programme start date: Nov 01, 2025
• Second Round:
  • Application deadline: Jul 01, 2025 at 11:59 PM (Expired)
  • Enrolment: From Aug 05, 2025 to Sep 01, 2025
  • Doctoral programme start date: Nov 01, 2025
• Third Round:
  • Application deadline: Oct 07, 2025 at 11:59 PM (Expired)
  • Enrolment: From Oct 21, 2025 to Oct 27, 2025
  • Doctoral programme start date: Nov 01, 2025

Examination Board

The Examination Board consists of expert members for positions linked to specific research topics:

• Giuseppe Nigliaccio - Enea
• Fabio Moretti - Newcleo S.p.A.
• Giuseppe Piccinno - AUTEBO

Coordinator Details

• Name: Lorenzo Donati
• Department: Dipartimento di Ingegneria Industriale
• Address: Via Montaspro 97 Forlì (FC)