PhD in Music and Entertainment – Sapienza University of Rome
Sapienza University of Rome
Rome, Italy
PhD in Music and Entertainment
- Performing Arts – Drama and Theatre Studies, Dance and Ballet, Performative Practices (Theory and/or Practice)
- Film Studies
- History and Theory of Art + Cultural Heritage
- Musicology and Musical Heritage
3 years
Public University
- PhD fully funded and with a stipend by the university
- PhD funded by the university but without a stipend
It is important to know that many universities offer different funding options and public and private grants available to students who match the application criteria. Before applying, it is a good idea to check the institutions’ websites and inquire about the options available.
Many universities require applicants to pay fees such as matriculation or dissertation fees, even if they offer a fully funded programme with or without a stipend.
Fee and Funding Resources:
Please consult the relevant calls on the Institute’s website for detailed financial terms.
Written dissertation, and successful completion of the final examination, including an oral defense.
The admission procedure is explained at the following link: https://www.uniroma1.it/en/pagina/phd-programmes-office
Second Level Academic Diploma or Master’s Degree or equivalent. More info in the call for applications
| Coordinator of the programme: Prof. Damiano Garofalo | damiano.garofalo@uniroma1.it |
| https://www.uniroma1.it/en/offerta-formativa/dottorato/2025/music-and-performing-arts |
Number of available positions:
– 8 positions for AA 2024-2025 (cycle no. 40), 6 with bursaries and 2 without
– 5 bursaries a.a. 2025-2026 (cycle n. 41)
Info for international students: https://www.uniroma1.it/en/pagina/phd-programmes-office
Languages used within the program and for thesis writing and discussion: the primary language is Italian.