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Overview

The PhD in Public Governance, Management and Policy (Public-GoMaP) at the University of Bologna offers a fully funded doctoral research opportunity focused on public administration, policy analysis, and governance innovation.

Eligibility

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields such as Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Management, Statistics or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated interest in governance, policy analysis, public management, or related research topics.
• Proficiency in English or Italian.

Benefits

• Fully funded scholarship of at least €1,250 net per month for three years.
• Opportunities to collaborate with internationally recognized researchers.
• Active support for presenting work at conferences.
• Access to interdisciplinary research network and resources.
• Training tailored for both academic and professional careers.

How to Apply

1. Review the Official Call for Applications: here
2. Prepare Documents: Updated CV, motivation letter, academic transcripts and degree certificates, any published work (optional), supporting letters/references (if requested), CV in prescribed format.
3. Submit Online through the University’s official PhD admissions portal, ensuring all technical instructions and file formats are met.

Deadline

Application Deadline (42nd Cycle – First Round): 30th March 2026 – 23:59 CET

Doctoral Programme Start Date: 1st November 2026

Doctoral Duration: 3 years