Applications Open – PhD in Economics at the Universities of Florence, Pisa and Siena (Deadline: June 9, 2025)
We are happy to announce that the application for the PhD in Economics at the University of Siena (in partnership with the Universities of Florence and Pisa) is now open!
Deadline: June 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM (CEST)
Program website: https://phdeconomics.unisi.it
Call and application portal: https://www.unisi.it/ricerca/dottorati-di-ricerca/dottorati-di-ricerca-41-ciclo
We welcome applicants from all fields of economics, including pluralist and heterodox approaches.
Each candidate is free to submit a research proposal (max 8 pages) on any topic in economics. Supervisors are chosen during the first year, giving candidates the freedom to shape their own research path.
Required documents:
- CV (signed)
- Research proposal (max 8 pages in English)
- Abstract of the Master’s thesis (max 2 pages)
- Up to 2 reference letters (uploaded by referees by June 15)
- Proof of English language proficiency (optional)
We do not train research assistants — we train independent researchers. Join us in a vibrant, interdisciplinary, and supportive environment in one of the most beautiful academic settings in Europe.
For any questions, contact us at: phd-economics@unisi.it