Applications are now open for the Fully Funded Italy Scholarships 2026 offered by the University of Trieste. International students from all countries are invited to apply for this prestigious opportunity to pursue postgraduate and PhD studies in Europe. With over 150 funded positions available, this scholarship provides generous financial support and access to world-class research facilities.Register now for new programs at MK SCHOLARS

The University of Trieste, a renowned institution in Italy, is offering these scholarships across diverse academic fields for the 2026/27 academic year. The program is designed to promote advanced research, innovation, and global academic collaboration, while also allowing students to experience Italy’s rich culture and vibrant educational environment.

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS
Selected candidates will receive the following benefits:

·       Full scholarship funding

·       Annual stipend of €16,243 (paid monthly)

·       Up to 50% increase in stipend for research conducted abroad (minimum 60 consecutive days)

·       Access to industry collaboration opportunities

·       Additional support for research projects aligned with industry needs

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible for the University of Trieste Scholarship, applicants must:

·       Hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

·       Meet the admission requirements of the University of Trieste

·       Submit their application before the deadline

·       Demonstrate strong academic merit (selection is based on comparative evaluation and ranking)

Additional conditions:

·       Preference may be given to candidates with lower family income (ISEE) in case of equal ranking

·       Applicants must not have previously received a doctoral scholarship

·       The scholarship cannot be combined with other grants

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
The scholarship is available in the following fields:

·       Environmental Life Sciences

·       Applied Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

·       Molecular Biomedicine

·       Chemistry

·       Circular Economy

·       Physics

·       Civil-Environmental Engineering and Architecture

·       Industrial and Information Engineering

·       Personalized Medicine and Innovative Therapies

·       Nanotechnology

·       Neural and Cognitive Sciences

·       Earth Science, Fluid Dynamics, and Mathematics

·       History, Philosophy and Political-Social Studies (SPHIPOL)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Applicants are expected to prepare and submit:

·       Academic certificates and transcripts

·       Bachelor’s degree certificate

·       Curriculum Vitae (CV)

·       Research proposal (if required)

·       Valid identification document

·       Any additional documents required by the chosen program

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
To apply for the University of Trieste Scholarship 2026, follow these steps:

1.     Visit the official scholarship announcement webpage

2.     Select your desired program

3.     Access the program-specific application portal

4.     Create an account on the university (Units) portal

5.     Complete and submit your application before the deadline

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

·       No IELTS is required for this scholarship

·       Some PhD programs may offer additional funding through the European Union or other international organizations

·       Applicants are encouraged to apply early due to the competitive nature of the selection process

APPLICATION DEADLINE
May 25, 2026