Apply for the 2024 PhD in Sustainable Development and Climate Change by IUSS

Are you passionate about conducting innovative research that could shape the future of our planet? Applications are now open for the prestigious PhD in Sustainable Development and Climate Change.

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About PhD in Sustainable Development and Climate Change

Opportunity Details

This unique program allows you to undertake interdisciplinary research at top Italian academic institutions, collaborating with researchers globally. Join a rapidly growing community and contribute to a sustainable future.

Program Highlights:

  • Integrated Research: The PhD program integrates environmental, societal, technological, economic, and health-related ideas and methods.
  • Global Vision: Aims to develop a sustainable future in line with the UN’s 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  • Network of Excellence: Coordinated by IUSS Pavia, involving multiple public and private research centers.

The 6 Curricula of the PhD

1.Earth System and Environment

Earth system processes and new perspectives in environmental development

2.Socio-economic risks and impacts

Transition to a decarbonized and sustainable economy

3.Technology and Territory

Technologies, systems and approaches for the sustainable transition of communities, territories and production processes

4.Theories, Institutions, and Cultures

Cognitive and practical challenges posed by sustainability and climate change at an individual, institutional, and global level

5.Agriculture and Forestry

Innovative models for resilient and sustainable agri-food and forestry systems

6.Health and Ecosystems

Climate and global health impacts, from ecosystems to humans

Benefits of PhD in Sustainable Development and Climate Change

  • An opportunity to conduct innovative research that will shape the future of our planet.

PhD in Sustainable Development and Climate Change Requirments

  • This program is open to to people who are interested in obtaining a PhD in Sustainable Development and Climate Change

Application Date and Process

Application Deadline

26 July, 2024

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