Degree Programmes

ICTP Offers a Range of Graduate Degree Opportunities

ICTP, in collaboration with local universities, offers study opportunities to scientists from the developing world, helping them attain master's and doctoral degrees in physics and mathematics.

  

Joint ICTP/SISSA PhD Programme in Physics and Mathematics »

Description

Aimed at students who have completed ICTP's Diploma Programme, this programme offers studies in: applied mathematics, mathematical analysis, geometry, mathematical physics; astroparticle physics, astrophysics; elementary particles; physics and chemistry of biological systems; statistical physics; condensed matter theory and numerical simulation.

Who can apply

ICTP Diploma Programme students

Length of the programme

3 years

Location

Trieste

Deadline

31 March

Field of study/research

Astroparticle Physics; Astrophysics; Elementary Particles; Physics and Chemistry of Biological Systems; Statistical Physics; Theory and Numerical Simulation of Condensed Matter; Applied Mathematics; Mathematical Analysis; Geometry; Mathematical Physics

Entitlements

€13.638,47 gross per year (approx. €1030,00 net per month) for the entire duration of the course (3 years extendable to a fourth, subject to availability of funds and approval by ICTP/SISSA Governing bodies). A contribution towards living expenses of the amount of €100,00 gross per month will be awarded to those who will subscribe a registered rent contract. A contribution towards the expenses to be enrolled in the health insurance system up to € 198,77 per year. A contribution (70% of the amount of the fellowship) may be awarded to students who should be forced to suspend their activity due to illness, maternity or other serious reasons up to 5 months.

Contact

JIISP Programme
SISSA
Via Bonomea 265
34136 Trieste Italy
Fax : +39-040-3787466
phd@sissa.it

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Joint PhD Programme in Environmental Fluid Mechanics  »

Description

This degree programme is co-sponsored by the University of Trieste, along with three Italian scientific institutions in Trieste.

Who can apply

International students with a Laurea (Italy) or master's degree

Length of the programme

3 years

Location

Trieste

Deadline

31 October 2011

Field of study/research

Fundamental Fluid Mechanics; Hydraulics; Meteorology, Climatology and Physics of the Atmosphere; Physical Oceanography

Entitlements

5 PhD fellowships

Contact

Università degli Studi di Trieste

Professor Vincenzo Armenio

armenio@dica.units.it

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Joint Laurea Magistralis in Physics »

Description

ICTP cooperates with the University of Trieste's Faculty of Sciences in providing master's-degree level physics education to students from developing countries.

Who can apply

The Programme is open to young, qualified graduates from all countries that are members of the United Nations, UNESCO or IAEA. The minimum qualification is a degree equivalent to a M.Sc. (or an exceptionally good B.Sc.) in physics.

Length of the programme

2 years

Location

Trieste

Deadline

30 April for a September start

Field of study/research

Microphysics and Condensed Matter Physics,Theoretical Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology, Earth and Environmental Physics

Entitlements

In 2013 a limited number of scholarships will be awarded to students from developing countries. Each scholarship consists of 850 Euro/month, travel grant, insurance and tuition fees.

Contact

ICTP - Office of External Activities
The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics
Strada Costiera 11, 34151 Trieste (Italy)

  • Phone: (+39) 040 2240 553
  • Fax: (+39) 040 2240 558
  • Email: itlabs@ictp.it

 


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Joint ICTP/Collegio Carlo Alberto Program in Economics  »

Description

Who can apply

For Allievi Honors Program: Potential candidates must be undergraduate and graduate students with solid background in mathematics, physics or related disciplines. For Master's Program in Economics: Potential candidates must be students with a bachelor's degree in mathematics, physics or related disciplines.

Length of the programme

1 to 2 years

Location

Torino, Italy

Deadline

30 March 2012

Field of study/research

Economics

Entitlements

A number of scholarships are awarded to candidates based on merit. Some fellowships are available for scientists from developing countries.

Contact

 
 

International Master, Physics of Complex Systems »

Description

The aim of the International Master in Physics of Complex Systems is to shape professionals and/or potential researchers to be able to jointly apply knowledge and methodologies from modern physics, applied mathematics, information engineering and computational biology to the analysis, modeling and simulation of complex systems.

Who can apply

Students with a bachelor's degree in physics, mathematics and information engineering

Length of the programme

2 years

Location

Various locations

Deadline

1 March 2012 for September start

Field of study/research

Physics of Complex Systems

Entitlements

Limited number of scholarships available to students from developing countries selected to follow the training track in Condensed Matter Physics. Each scholarship consists of 800 Euro a month, travel grant, insurance and tuition fees.

Contact

Matteo Marsili
Condensed Matter and Statistical Physics Section
ICTP
Strada Costiere 11
34151 Trieste, Italy
+30 040-2240-111
sci_info@ictp.it

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