Why choose the STEN POLIMI PhD Programme

From world-class campus facilities to excellent career prospects, here are four key reasons to choose the STEN POLIMI PhD Programme for your doctoral studies.

Participating in the STEN PhD Programme is an exciting experience from many perspectives:

1. LOCATION

  • The Politecnico di Milano is located in the heart of one of the most dynamic cities in Europe, with an Italian soul combined with international mindset.

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2. REPUTATION

  • The Politecnico di Milano is one of the most prestigious technical universities in Europe, ranking 1st in Italy, 2nd in the European Union and 13th in the world according to the QS Ranking 2023 for Engineering & Technology subject.
  • The Deaprtment of Energy ranks as the top Department for Energy in the EU.

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3. FOREFRONT FUNDAMENTAL AND APPLIED RESEARCH

  • The STEN PhD projects are closely connected to the research activities of the Department of Energy, where fundamental and applied research coexist. STEN PhD students are currently contributing to 8 ERC grant projects and 80 European collaborative projects, from the nano-scale to large pilot plants.

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4. INDUSTRIAL LINKS

  • The Department of Energy benefits from an exceptional level of direct industrial support for research projects and is involved in several collaborative projects with the industry. PhD students working in applied research projects often directly interact with industrial partners and have the opportunity of understanding the industrial vision of research and innovation.

Why studying in Milan

Milano City, the beating heart of Italy
Milan is a city that has a priceless artistic and cultural heritage. It is the Italian capital of fashion and design and is Italy’s most lively, dynamic and international hub. Thousands of students and young professionals choose Milan for their professional careers. The city is a patchwork of styles, cultures and differences: this is probably what makes it unique and one of the most popular destinations for young people in the world.
Milan is strategically located in the North of Italy with excellent connections that allow you to reach easily a number wonders, both natural and human-made. Italy is home to the largest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world, about 20 of which can be reached from Milan in less than 3 hours by train.

Your talent

Our global reputation is down to staff and students working together towards a common goal.
If you are ready to do research that matters, we are looking for you.

Are you curious to see what it is like to be a STEN PhD student? There’s no better way to discover it than by hearing directly from our current students and alumni.

PhD video stories:

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How to apply

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