The PhD Programme in Historical, Geographical, Anthropological Studies

The PhD program in Historical, Geographic, Anthropological Studies is a 4-year advanced research program structured in three curricula:

- Historical Studies
- Geographic Studies
- Anthropological Studies

The PhD Program promotes the development of original and innovative research, enhancing a transdisciplinary approach. PhD candidates are expected to submit a written dissertation four years from the date of admission. They will be supported by a supervisor or supervisors who will support develop the process of research and writing. PhD candidates are also expected to follow teaching activities during the first three years of the Program. The PhD degree will be awarded jointly by the Rectors of the University of Padua and of the University of Ca’ Foscari Venice on the basis of successful completion of an individual research thesis and an oral final examination.

Universities and Partner Departments

DISSGeA: Department of Historical and Geographic Sciences and the Ancient World, University of Padua
DSU: Department of Humanities, University of Ca’ Foscari Venice
DSLCC: Department of Linguistics and Comparative Cultural Studies, University of Ca’ Foscari Venice

Duration, admission and scholarships

Students are expected to complete their work within 4 years. An extention may be granted is the case the writing of the dissertation needs additional work. Admission is made on a competitive basis and is open to persons of all ages and citizenship who have either an Italian Diploma di Laurea (vecchio ordinamento) or Laurea Specialistica/Magistrale (nuovo ordinamento), awarded in Italy, or an academic qualification of equivalent level awarded by a foreign university and recognized by academic authorities, or by an interuniversity agreement of cooperation and mobility. Competitions are held annually, with details being published within the Summer of each year. 

The call for applications is available here.
For any additional information, please contact segreteria@gesta.scuoladottorato.it.