Consistent with the National Research Programme 2015-2020 (PNR), the University intends to expand its third-cycle PhD degree programmes, emphasising internationalisation, inter-sector research and greater integration with society and the productive world. Specific actions will include:

  • increasing the University resources available to PhD degree programmes
  • incentivisation of inter-departmental and multi-disciplinary programmes
  • establishment of third-cycle degree programmes at all multi-campus locations
  • activation of new PhD degree programmes in the specific contexts envisaged in the Strategic Plan
  • testing of new quality assurance procedures.

References to the strategic plan

  • O.1.1 - Qualify and promote PhD programmes degree in an international context
  • O.1.2 - Consolidate the recognition of scientific merit in recruitment and career progression
  • O.2.2 - Develop new strategic planning in the departments in order to attract international talent, recognizing and enhancing the value of the multidisciplinary resources of the Alma Mater

References to un goals