WELCOME TO FBK INTERNATIONAL PHD PROGRAM

This excellence program is designed for PhD students looking to immerse themselves in a world-class research environment while collaborating with prestigious Doctoral Schools in Italy and across the globe.

Six reasons to become a PhD student at FBK

At FBK, our PhD program is designed to develop highly specialized researchers in a unique, stimulating environment

RESEARCH AT FBK

A Hub of innovation and collaboration

TOWARD PHD EXCELLENCE

FBK stands out as one of Italy’s leading research institutions

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A truly international community

Shaping the Researchers of Tomorrow.

Are you ready to embark on a PhD journey that opens doors to exciting new opportunities?

NEWS

Stay informed with the latest news and upcoming events in our FBK PhD program—your hub for all academic and community updates.

September 8, 2026

Why agentic AI projects fail—and what it takes to make them work

An analysis of the gap between experimentation and enterprise adoption

September 8, 2026

InnovAction supports SMEs through the Twin Transition

FBK expertise, consulting, and technology transfer to help companies accelerate digital innovation, sustainability, and cybersecurity

September 4, 2026

Geometries of public opinion

Katarina Laken is a Dutch researcher completing a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions PhD within the European Hybrids network at FBK's Digital Humanities Unit. Her deeply interdisciplinary work focuses on hate speech, disinformation, and the narrative structure of conspiracy theories.

September 8, 2026

Why agentic AI projects fail—and what it takes to make them work

An analysis of the gap between experimentation and enterprise adoption

September 8, 2026

InnovAction supports SMEs through the Twin Transition

FBK expertise, consulting, and technology transfer to help companies accelerate digital innovation, sustainability, and cybersecurity

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ONGOING CALLS FOR APPLICATIONS

FBK offers a diverse array of PhD programs spanning fields such as computer science, sustainable energy, and social sciences, among others. Interested candidates can apply to various programs throughout the year as new calls for applications are announced periodically.
Detailed information about the requirements, application deadlines, and selection procedures can be found in the respective calls for admission.

AI-enhanced LiDAR-driven analyses for detecting sub-canopy archaeology features

Università degli Studi di Udine

Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence

Formal verification of Configurable Safety-Criticial Systems

Università degli Studi di Udine

Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence

Verification and Analysis Techniques for Epistemic Runtime Monitoring with Extended Temporal Logic

Università degli Studi di Udine

Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence

Hear from our students

Explore the testimonials below to learn about the impactful experiences and opportunities our FBK PhD program offers.

The FBK PhD Program is a unique opportunity to conduct high-quality research in an institution deeply involved in AI, within a collaborative and stimulating community, where you can stay motivated and truly enjoy your work.

The FBK PhD Program stands out for its interdisciplinary approach, cutting-edge research opportunities, and strong connections to both academia and industry—offering an environment where innovation thrives

A program built not only on knowledge, but also on practical expertise, intelligence, inclusion and friends.

Everything is special in the FBK PhD Program: complete institute, competent workmates, diverse research possibilities, marvellous city with wonderful atmosphere.

What is special about the FBK PhD Program is that they take care of everything for you to focus only on your research and produce meaningful results.