About the program
PhD
Degree
English
Language of instructions
3 years
Years of study
Full-time
Study mode
November 1, 2025
Studies commence
Italy, Turin
Location
The interuniversity Ph.D. programme in Urban and Regional Development (URD) is designed to train highly-qualified doctors in socio-spatial dynamics of development. The doctoral programme, offered in English, has a clear multi-disciplinary approach that combines social and technical sciences (SSH and STEM). This Ph.D. programme is meant to promote individual talents by providing training and research opportunities in a wide variety of scientific fields that are grouped in three main areas: Social, economic and political sciences; Planning, evaluation and management; Techniques for the territory and the environment. In order to train specialists who are able work globally, the doctoral programme aims at attracting motivated and qualified PhD students from all over the world, offering a training which corresponds to the highest academic and professional standards with frequent contributions of foreign scholars and the promotion of research and training activities in highly qualified institutions across the globe.
Required documents for admission
When applying for admission to Politecnico di Torino in Italy you should prepare all required documents. Request a list of necessary documents directly from a university, as it may vary for different countries. Using our live chat, you can also ask for sample documents.
- Proof of fee payment
- Online Application form
- Passport
- Local Language Certificate
- Photographs
- Declaration for financial support
- Health and Life Insurance
- Student visa
- Family Details
- Application fee
Contacts
Politecnico di Torino
Corso Duca degli Abruzzi, 24
Viale Mattioli, 39
Turin
10129
Italy
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