Program Overview

PhD in Philosophy, Science, Cognition, and Semiotics (PSCS)

Overview

The PhD in Philosophy, Science, Cognition, and Semiotics (PSCS) is a three-year program offered by the University of Bologna. The program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in the fields of philosophy, science, cognition, and semiotics.

Program Details

• Academic Year:
• Subject area: Humanistic Studies
• Cycle: 41
• Coordinator: Prof. Claudio Paolucci
• Language: English, Italian
• Duration: 3 years
• Scholarship amount: Minimum € 1,195.48 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:

• Surname and Name | University | Role
• Bonacina Giovanni | Università di Bologna | Member
• Lugli Luisa | Università di Bologna | Member
• Martelli Matteo | Università di Bologna | Member
• Matteucci Giovanni | Università di Bologna | Member
• Paolucci Claudio | Università di Bologna | Member
• Basso Pierluigi | Università di Bologna | Substitute
• Gatti Andrea | Università di Bologna | Substitute
• Gherri Elena | Università di Bologna | Substitute
• Raggetti Lucia | Università di Bologna | Substitute

Operating Centre and Main Department

• Operating centre: Bologna
• Main Department: Department of Philosophy - FILO

Important Dates

• Application deadline: Jul 01, 2025 at 11:59 PM (Expired)
• Enrolment: From Aug 01, 2025 to Sep 01, 2025
• Doctoral programme start date: Nov 01, 2025

Call for Applications

The program has a call for applications for the second round of the 41st cycle, which includes details on the PhD programme table and evaluation sub-criteria.