University of Padua

Overview

The PhD in Land, Environment, Resources and Health (LERH) at the University of Padua is designed to cultivate researchers who explore the intricate relationships between natural and agricultural ecosystems, food quality, and sustainable management of land and resources. This multidisciplinary programme emphasizes international collaboration and offers a robust framework for doctoral training.

What you'll study

The programme features a blend of structured doctoral training alongside an individual research project culminating in a dissertation. Candidates will engage in coursework that enhances their understanding of research methodologies and interdisciplinary approaches within the fields of land, environment, resources, and health. Sample courses include:

• Consumer Attitudes Towards Food Quality Attributes
• Geographical Indications
• Forest Governance Issues Related to Illegal Logging, Deforestation, Forest Degradation, and Corruption
• Wine Economics and Policy
• The Role of Social Innovation in Enhancing the Adaptation Capacity of Rural Communities to Climate Change
• Economic Valuation of Environmental Resources and Non-market Goods
• Energy Markets and Demand Analysis

Each candidate will undertake original research under the supervision of experienced faculty, with the dissertation reflecting the candidate’s findings and adhering to the University of Padua's academic standards.

Furthermore, doctoral candidates have opportunities to engage in joint courses, seminars, and collaborative research activities through international partnerships and European doctoral training initiatives.

Entry requirements

Applicants are required to possess a second-cycle degree (Italian Laurea Specialistica/Magistrale) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized foreign university, as validated by the relevant academic authorities.

Career prospects

Graduates of the LERH programme are well-equipped for a variety of career paths in academia, research institutions, governmental agencies, and the private sector. They can contribute to advancements in sustainable resource management, environmental policy, and public health, among other fields, thereby playing a pivotal role in addressing contemporary global challenges related to land and environmental issues.