OpenFieldPhD in Technology, Law and Geopolitics
Three-year interdisciplinary PhD analyzing the legal, geopolitical, and security ramifications of autonomous weapons systems, critical mineral supply chains, and European digital sovereignty.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Second-cycle master’s degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, or Computer Science
- English language proficiency
- Fluent English working proficiency
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Comprehensive academic CV, abstract of master's thesis, and 5-page original research project
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee appraisals
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Fully funded: €16,243 per annum net doctoral scholarship under Italian Ministerial Decree guidelines
- Application fee
- €140
- Tuition / joining costs
- Full tuition fee waiver throughout the 36-month doctoral appointment
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 31, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Università degli Studi Link documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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