Key Facts of the Mathematical Sciences PhD programme from Politecnico di Torino
Our scientific project stems from a twofold belief: first, a high-level mathematical education is fundamental to tackle theoretical and applied problems with the proper methodological rigour. Second, Mathematics plays a prominent role in avant-garde technological contexts, which are a source of challenging interdisciplinary problems of relevant interest to Mathematical Sciences.
Thanks to the interplay between theoretical, foundational and applied aspects of the research in Mathematics, the PhD Course in Mathematical Sciences provides a training specifically focussed on the creation of innovative research approaches. These are essential to adequately support innovation and technological transfer processes, which are more and more demanding in terms of original theoretical and methodological strategies to manage the increasing complexity of socio-economical paradigms.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Logic and foundations
- Algebra
- Number theory
- Algebraic and complex geometry
- Lie groups, Lie algebras
- Geometry and global analysis
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Required
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 72
Other requirements — General requirements
International applicants must request the declaration of conformity of their academic degree to the University Board. The validity of this declaration is limited to the purpose of participating in the admission process. Applicants are required to attach to the application form the following documents:
- Certificate (or self-certificate, if applicable) of the Master's degree with grade / GPA;
- Transcript of records (or self-certificate, if applicable) of the exams passed at Master's level, with grades / GPA;
- Any other document useful for the purpose of the declaration of conformity of the degree (for example: Diploma Supplement, declaration of value).
Tuition Fees
International (Non-residents)
261 AUD / year ≈ 161 EUR / year
EU/EEA Nationals
261 AUD / year ≈ 161 EUR / year
Living costs — Torino, Italy
1,068–1,586 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding / Scholarships
PhD's scholarship opportunities for Mathematical Sciences. Available Scholarships you are eligible to apply for (a selection process will still be applied by the provider):
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Various benefits — Deadline 07 Oct 2026
- ServiceScape Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline 30 Nov 2026
- ACES Scholarships — 3500 USD — Deadline 15 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Various benefits — Merit-based
- ELES-Scholarship (Ernst-Ludwig-Ehrlich-Studienwerk) — 1550 EUR — Deadline 31 Oct 2026
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline 31 Oct 2026 — Merit-based
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline 01 Mar 2027
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline 13 Jan 2027 — Merit-based
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — 3000 USD — Deadline 31 Dec 2026 — Need-based
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria — Various benefits — Deadline 31 Dec 2026 — Need-based
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — 1500 USD
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — 12000 USD — Deadline 11 Jan 2027
