Fully Funded PhD in Regional Science and Economic Geography at Gran Sasso Science Institute Gran Sasso Science Institute in Italy

Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI) in L'Aquila, Italy is advertising 10 fully funded PhD positions in its 4-year, English-taught PhD programme in Regional Science & Economic Geography. The call is especially relevant for students interested in geography, economics, urban research, regional science, social sciences, migration, labour, education, innovation, and environmental change.

The programme is part of GSSI Social Sciences, which develops research around themes such as Cities & Peripheries, Environment, Climate Change and Disasters, Gender, Labour, Education, Amenities, Migration, and Innovation and Global Futures. This makes it a strong fit for candidates with interests in urban and regional development, spatial inequality, policy-oriented research, and cross-disciplinary social science work.

Funding: the positions are fully funded. The programme lasts four years, and the academic year starts in November 2026.

Deadline: 4 May 2026, 3:00 p.m.

How to apply: use the official GSSI applications portal and follow the instructions in the call. Review the programme details carefully and submit the required documents before the deadline.

The post is shared by Abbas Mansour Leila (USTHB, Algeria), with a LinkedIn link included for contact/context. The opportunity itself is at Gran Sasso Science Institute in Italy.