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University of Urbino: Degree Programs, Scholarships & Research Guide
Founded in 1506 in the hilltop UNESCO World Heritage city of Urbino, the University of Urbino Carlo Bo (Università degli Studi di Urbino Carlo Bo) is one of the oldest universities in Europe. Renowned for pharmaceutical chemistry, biomolecular sciences, sports science, environmental law, and Renaissance humanities, UniUrb integrates historic scholarship with modern laboratories.
Verified degree programs and opportunities
Review checked academic pathways and funding options below:
Single-Cycle Master in Pharmacy and Industrial Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Five-year accredited single-cycle master's program conferring professional pharmacist licensing and training in synthetic drug design and pharmaceutical toxicology.
Doctoral Fellowship in Biomolecular and Health Sciences at UniUrb
Three-year fully funded doctoral research program exploring targeted cancer therapeutics, mitochondrial bioenergetics, and epigenetic biomarkers of neurodegeneration.
Mount Cimone Atmospheric Research Station & Apennine Climate Project
Research placement participating in continuous atmospheric greenhouse gas monitoring, aerosol mass spectrometry, and ozone tracking in the northern Apennines.
Galleria Nazionale delle Marche Renaissance Conservation Practicum
Practical curatorial internship conducted inside the Ducal Palace of Urbino (Palazzo Ducale) analyzing panel paintings by Piero della Francesca and Raphael.
UniUrb Postdoctoral Assegno di Ricerca in Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Discovery
Two-year postdoctoral fellowship designing and synthesizing small-molecule enzyme inhibitors targeting neurodegenerative diseases and antibiotic resistance.
Ricercatore a Tempo Determinato (RTD-A) in Environmental Law and European Policy
Three-year assistant professorship delivering undergraduate law lectures and conducting research on European Union climate law and circular economy compliance.
Admissions, language requirements & application process
- Master's admission eligibility
- Accredited Bachelor's degree (Laurea Triennale or equivalent minimum 180 ECTS credits) in a related disciplinary field.
- Doctoral admission eligibility
- Second-cycle Master's degree (Laurea Magistrale) with honors standing, selected through national public competitive examination (concorso pubblico).
- Language proficiency
- CEFR B2 level English certification (IELTS Academic 6.0, Cambridge B2, or TOEFL iBT 78) for international English-medium programs.
- Research statement / Proposal
- Curriculum vitae, academic transcripts, motivation essay, and detailed research plan (for doctoral applicants).
- Application fee
- €20 pre-enrollment evaluation fee via the Esse3 online student portal.
- Required documentation
- Certified university diploma, official transcript of records, CIMEA Statement of Comparability or Declaration of Value, and valid passport copy.
Tuition fees and verified scholarship systems
Tuition at UniUrb is calculated based on the student's family economic status (ISEE parificato). Students with an ISEE below €24,000 qualify for the Italian 'No Tax Area' with zero tuition fees (paying only the mandatory €140 regional tax). International students can apply for the ERDIS Marche regional scholarship, which covers 100% of tuition, free meals, and cash stipends up to €6,800 per year.
Verified faculty profiles and research leaders
Distinguished researchers and laboratory heads at University of Urbino:
Prof. Marco Macchia
Professor of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Technology · Medicinal chemistry, Drug design, Cannabinoid receptors, Neurodegenerative therapies
Prof.ssa Luciana Rossi
Full Professor of Clinical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology · Mitochondrial biology, Oxidative stress, Erythrocyte drug delivery, Cellular senescence
Prof. Bonita Cleri
Full Professor of Modern Art History · Renaissance art, Ducal palace of Urbino, Urbino court painting, Iconography
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Urbino documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Degree admissions, scholarship awards, and employment positions are subject to formal university review. OpenField does not charge students application fees.
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