The PhD Programme in

Energy and Nuclear Science and Technology (STEN)
Politecnico di Milano

A PhD at POLIMI is more than just a PhD! It is a training programme designed with a global approach to support and develop the next generation of researchers, innovators and leaders.

The doctoral program in Energy and Nuclear Science and Technology (STEN) is intended to prepare students for research and professional practice in energy science and engineering, via fundamental and applied research that will enable the technologies of the future for sustainable energy production, conversion, transport and use.

Why choose the STEN PhD Programme?

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PhD students and Alumni stories

Find out how life is at POLIMI from our students and alumni. Learn about their experiences and discover how they have grown personally and professionally to prepare for a successful future.

Below you can find a number of interviews with PhD candidates and alumni.

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The Politecnico di Milano is one of the most prestigious technical universities in Europe, ranking 1st in Italy, 2nd in the European Union and 18th in the world according to the QS Ranking 2023 for Engineering & Technology subject [ranking]. Founded in 1863, the Politecnico di Milano is the largest School of Architecture, Design and Engineering in Italy, with two main campuses located in Milan, the heart of fashion and design industries and the venue of Expo 2015, and five other campuses in the region. Leveraging a history of R&D in Italy’s most industrialized area, POLIMI features a deep network of contacts and strategic partnerships with the world of industry and academia at national and international level.

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I want to give my contribution for a more sustainable world. Doing research and innovation in the energy sector allows me to achieve this goal by working on innovative solutions…
Marco Cecchetti – 3rd year STEN PhD student
The Politecnico di Milano was one of the first universities in Italy to establish a School of Doctoral Programmes in 2001.
The School offers courses to develop complementary abilities, such as seminars on epistemology, research policy and management, scientific communication and many others on, whereas single doctoral programmes provide their specific courses and infrastructures for research, specific education and tutoring.
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At the Department of Energy (DENG) we look at the world of energy in all of its complexity and in its continuous evolution. We study disciplines and technologies relating to the production, conversion, transport and use of energy, in terms of a complete social and environmental sustainability. Thanks to the range of skills offered by the Department of Energy, the Politecnico di Milano is one of the most influential research and education centres in Italy: a reference point for its high teaching level, a primary research partner and an active partner of Enterprises, Organisations and Institutions.
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Meet our students

Our PhD candidates share their experience.