Discover the UNICAM PhD
FUTURE PHD CANDIDATES
Discover how doctoral education at the University of Camerino combines advanced research, specialist training, transferable skills and international experience.
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What is a PhD?
A PhD is the third and highest cycle of university education. It provides advanced knowledge, research methods and professional skills through an original research project developed under expert supervision.
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The School of Advanced Studies
The UNICAM School of Advanced Studies coordinates doctoral education, promotes its international dimension and organizes common training activities for PhD candidates from different disciplines.
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PhD programmes and curricula
Each PhD programme covers one or more scientific areas and may be divided into curricula. Curricula identify more specific research and training fields within the broader doctoral programme.
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Duration and full-time commitment
UNICAM PhD programmes normally require a full-time commitment over several academic years. The exact duration, starting date and any conditions linked to a specific funded position are stated in the relevant call for applications.
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Research project and supervision
The core of the PhD is an original research project. Each candidate is supported by a Supervisor and, where applicable, one or more co-supervisors, who guide the scientific work and the development of an individual training plan.
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Research and training activities
The standard UNICAM doctoral programme corresponds to 180 ECTS credits. It combines research activity, annual progress evaluation, courses and seminars related to the curriculum, and common SAS activities designed to develop transferable skills.
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Transferable and interdisciplinary skills
SAS activities complement specialist training with skills useful in academic and non-academic careers, including scientific communication, research ethics, project management, open science, innovation and career development.
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International research environment
Doctoral candidates are encouraged to work in international research networks and to undertake training or research periods at universities, laboratories, research centres or other qualified institutions outside UNICAM.
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Language, thesis and doctoral degree
English is central to doctoral education at UNICAM. The programme concludes with an original doctoral thesis, evaluated by external experts and publicly defended before a final examination committee.
NEXT STEPS
Find the programme that matches your research interests
Explore the available PhD programmes and then consult the current call for the official research topics, positions, scholarships and admission conditions.
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