Research Project
The maximum score attributable to the research project will be 30/100 points.
The project is a document aimed at illustrating the research activity proposed by the candidate as part of the PhD course. The topic must be consistent with the educational objectives of the Doctorate.
With regards to the scholarships financed pursuant to Ministerial Decree 630/2024, the research project must be developed by the candidate taking into consideration the topics indicated in the announcement and linked to the funded scholarship and the eligibility criteria established by the art. 7 of the Ministerial Decree n. 630/2024
The research project can be written either in Italian or in English and must have a minimum number of 4 pages (Arial 12 font, 1 line spacing, numbered pages), and a maximum number of 10 pages. It is suggested to divide the illustrative documents into paragraphs as indicated below
Title of the research project;
Summary description of the project;
Topic of the research project, scientific relevance of the problem and state of the art;
Purpose of the research project and definition of objectives;
Experimental plan of the research project, methodologies and expected results;
Analysis of risks, problems and possible solutions of the research project;
Bibliography (in the style of the American Psychological Association 7th edition, https://libguides.usc.edu/APA7th;
Tables;
Figures (jpeg format) and figure legends.
Exam methods
The oral test consists of an interview aimed at ascertaining the preparation, skills, aptitude for scientific research and motivations of the candidates; this interview is aimed at verifying the candidates' knowledge on topics that concern the educational and methodological directions of the doctorate and understanding the discussion of the proposed research project.
In illustrating the research project, the candidate can make use of the possible aid of a PowerPoint presentation.
During the interview, knowledge of the language is tested