PhD in Humanistic Studies: Tradition and Contemporaneity – Catholic University of the Sacred Heart

Institution providing the doctoral degree

Catholic University of the Sacred Heart

Location

Milan, Italy

Name of PHD

PhD in Humanistic Studies: Tradition and Contemporaneity

Research Clusters

  • History and Theory of Art + Cultural Heritage
  • Art Curating
  • Performing Arts – Drama and Theatre Studies, Dance and Ballet, Performative Practices (Theory and/or Practice)
  • Film Studies
  • Other fields

Duration

3 years

Public / Private institution

Private University

Financial terms of the PHD position

  • 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.

Final output

Written dissertation, and successful completion of the final examination, including an oral defense.

How to apply

Admission procedure step by step in the call for applications

Entry requirements

Second Level Academic Diploma or Master’s Degree or equivalent – more info in the call for applications

Contact / Web page

Coordinator of the programme: Prof. Giuseppe D’Anna | giuseppe.danna@unicatt.it
https://scuoledidottorato.unicatt.it/studi_umanistici

Additional information

Collaborating partner university: Ghent University


Number of available positions:
– 8 positions for AA 2024-2025 (cycle no. 40), 6 with bursaries and 2 without
– 9 positions for AA 2025-2026 (cycle no. 41), 7 with bursaries and 2 without

Info for international students:

https://international.unicatt.it/ Languages used within the program and for thesis writing and discussion: Italian