Ph.D program in Micro- and Nano-Electronics Program By Università degli Studi di Pavia |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 351-400QS Subject Rankings

Application Deadline

28 Jul, 2023Application Deadline

Main Subject Area

Engineering - Electrical and ElectronicMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Electrical and Electronic

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Micro- and nano-electronics is considered an essential technology, as it enables the development and growth of our society. It is explicitly mentioned in the most relevant strategic planning documents of Italy and Europe (eg: PNRR 21-26, European Commission, of which it is one of the Key Enabling Technologies, and the European Chips Act). Today, any technological development, in any sector, from telecommunications to biomedical, from mobility and transportation to energy, requires dedicated micro- and nano-electronic devices, which must be specifically developed and manufactured on large scale. The problem at an international level, identified with the term "chip shortage", which has clearly emerged in recent years, demonstrates how the world economy is increasingly bound to the availability of integrated circuits and systems.
To ensure the development of micro- and nano-electronic technologies in Europe and Italy, the huge economic investments guaranteed by the PNRR and the European Chips Act must also be accompanied by advanced training programs and initiatives.
The National Ph. D. Program (DM MUR n.226 of 14 December 2021) in Micro- and Nano-Electronics has, indeed, the objective of training researchers and professionals capable of responding to the challenges that the technological development and the aforementioned initiatives at Italian and European level are rising. It aims to build an Italian "ecosystem" for micro- and nano-electronics capable of preparing high-profile researchers, essential to capitalize on investments in the sector and, at the same time, allow Italy to play an important role in the technological developments of the next decades.
The National Ph. D. Program in Micro- and Nano-Electronics will create and enhance a community of young researchers, innovators and professionals on emerging and innovation-enabling issues of society and businesses, offering a stimulating environment for research and training. It will create opportunities for the exchange of knowledge and skills between students, as well as between students and public or private institutions. It will enhance and promote collaboration with the main national and international infrastructures and, together with them, will allow the interception of other European and non-European initiatives. It will offer training activities of transversal interest in the context of the main European references in research and innovation. The National Ph. D. Program in Micro- and Nano-Electronics will be ready to enhance the knowledge and skills acquired both in the academic world and, above all, in the industrial world, also with the creation of innovative start-ups or academic spin-offs, which represent an engine for technological developments.
In particular, the goals of the National Ph. D. Program in Micro- and Nano-Electronics are:
  • to create and disseminate knowledge for research and high-tech industrial activity for high-quality employment;
  • to enhance and expand the international scientific reputation of the involved universities;
  • to support international partnerships with both research centers and industries.
High-tech education is an essential mean to support the technological and scientific growth of the new generations. It serves to create both professional figures with solid knowledge and positive background conditions for economic and social development.
For this purpose, the National Ph. D. Program in Micro- and Nano-Electronics aims to improve the students' professional skills as follows:
  • background knowledge of technologies, circuit architectures and the ability to use experimental equipment;
  • specific knowledge of modern high-tech electronic integrated systems;
  • team and interdisciplinary working;
  • creativity, problem solving skills and innovative ways of thinking;
  • ability to use simulation tools;
  • expertise in public speaking and report writing.
In order to achieve these goals, the National Ph. D. Program in Micro- and Nano-Electronics, besides the use of conventional technologies and CAD programs, dedicated educationsl programs, training-on-the-job periods in foreign Universities and/or companies, meetings with international researchers from both public and private research centers, design and layout of integrated circuits to be fabricated on silicon and tested, and writing of technical reports and scientific publications for magazine or conference proceedings, according to a standard defined by the Academic Board.

Program overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Electrical and Electronic

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Micro- and nano-electronics is considered an essential technology, as it enables the development and growth of our society. It is explicitly mentioned in the most relevant strategic planning documents of Italy and Europe (eg: PNRR 21-26, European Commission, of which it is one of the Key Enabling Technologies, and the European Chips Act). Today, any technological development, in any sector, from telecommunications to biomedical, from mobility and transportation to energy, requires dedicated micro- and nano-electronic devices, which must be specifically developed and manufactured on large scale. The problem at an international level, identified with the term "chip shortage", which has clearly emerged in recent years, demonstrates how the world economy is increasingly bound to the availability of integrated circuits and systems.
To ensure the development of micro- and nano-electronic technologies in Europe and Italy, the huge economic investments guaranteed by the PNRR and the European Chips Act must also be accompanied by advanced training programs and initiatives.
The National Ph. D. Program (DM MUR n.226 of 14 December 2021) in Micro- and Nano-Electronics has, indeed, the objective of training researchers and professionals capable of responding to the challenges that the technological development and the aforementioned initiatives at Italian and European level are rising. It aims to build an Italian "ecosystem" for micro- and nano-electronics capable of preparing high-profile researchers, essential to capitalize on investments in the sector and, at the same time, allow Italy to play an important role in the technological developments of the next decades.
The National Ph. D. Program in Micro- and Nano-Electronics will create and enhance a community of young researchers, innovators and professionals on emerging and innovation-enabling issues of society and businesses, offering a stimulating environment for research and training. It will create opportunities for the exchange of knowledge and skills between students, as well as between students and public or private institutions. It will enhance and promote collaboration with the main national and international infrastructures and, together with them, will allow the interception of other European and non-European initiatives. It will offer training activities of transversal interest in the context of the main European references in research and innovation. The National Ph. D. Program in Micro- and Nano-Electronics will be ready to enhance the knowledge and skills acquired both in the academic world and, above all, in the industrial world, also with the creation of innovative start-ups or academic spin-offs, which represent an engine for technological developments.
In particular, the goals of the National Ph. D. Program in Micro- and Nano-Electronics are:
  • to create and disseminate knowledge for research and high-tech industrial activity for high-quality employment;
  • to enhance and expand the international scientific reputation of the involved universities;
  • to support international partnerships with both research centers and industries.
High-tech education is an essential mean to support the technological and scientific growth of the new generations. It serves to create both professional figures with solid knowledge and positive background conditions for economic and social development.
For this purpose, the National Ph. D. Program in Micro- and Nano-Electronics aims to improve the students' professional skills as follows:
  • background knowledge of technologies, circuit architectures and the ability to use experimental equipment;
  • specific knowledge of modern high-tech electronic integrated systems;
  • team and interdisciplinary working;
  • creativity, problem solving skills and innovative ways of thinking;
  • ability to use simulation tools;
  • expertise in public speaking and report writing.
In order to achieve these goals, the National Ph. D. Program in Micro- and Nano-Electronics, besides the use of conventional technologies and CAD programs, dedicated educationsl programs, training-on-the-job periods in foreign Universities and/or companies, meetings with international researchers from both public and private research centers, design and layout of integrated circuits to be fabricated on silicon and tested, and writing of technical reports and scientific publications for magazine or conference proceedings, according to a standard defined by the Academic Board.

Admission requirements

28 Jul 2023

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Founded in 1361, the University of Pavia (UNIPV), is one of the world’s oldest academic institutions. Like the UK’s Oxford and Cambridge, the University of Pavia is structured using a college system, dating back to the 16th century, with a striking historic campus.

The University of Pavia features in a number of QS rankings. Ranked within the global top 561-570 in the QS World University Rankings® 2022.

Comprised of 20 colleges which all have their own particular histories and opportunities to offer, UNIPV is an open community where academic achievement, traditions, parties and sporting rivalries all have their place.

Originally created around schools of law, humanities and medicine, the University of Pavia now offers 90 courses in:

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  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Natural sciences
  • Medicine
  • Pharmacology
  • Health professions
  • Psychology
  • Law
  • Literature
  • Languages and philosophy
  • Economics
  • Political sciences
  • Communication
  • Sports sciences
  • Musicology

The following Undergraduate/Graduate programs are also offered in English :

  • Artificial intelligence (undergraduate)
  • Medicine and Surgery (combined bachelor's and master's program)
  • Civil Engineering for Mitigation of Risk from Natural Hazards (graduate)
  • Computer Engineering (graduate)
  • Electrical Engineering (graduate)
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  • Industrial Automation Engineering (graduate)
  • International Business and Entrepreneurship (graduate)
  • Economics, Development and Innovation (graduate)
  • Finance (graduate)
  • Molecular Biology and Genetics (graduate)
  • Psychology, Neuroscience and Human Sciences (graduate)
  • Physical science - Biomedical physics curriculum (graduate)
  • Neurobiology (graduate)
  • Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnologies (graduate)
  • Agrifood sustainability (graduate)
  • The Ancient Mediterranean World: History, Archaeology and Art (graduate)
  • World Politics and International Relations (graduate)

The University of Pavia also offers a Foundation Year program.

The city of Pavia is located in northern Italy, around 30km south of Milan (20-30 minutes by train), and is home to 19 museums, two cultural centers, 22 libraries, four cinemas and theatres, 10 social-cultural meeting halls, and three civic schools of music and arts. For those of you interested in sports, the University Sports Centre (CUS) in Pavia offers a wide range of courses, championships and tournaments.

Tuition fees at UNIPV vary based on the student’s family income and country of origin, which range from 156 euro to 4500 euro per year.

Find out more about studying at the University of Pavia.

Founded in 1361, the University of Pavia (UNIPV), is one of the world’s oldest academic institutions. Like the UK’s Oxford and Cambridge, the University of Pavia is structured using a college system, dating back to the 16th century, with a striking historic campus.

The University of Pavia features in a number of QS rankings. Ranked within the global top 561-570 in the QS World University Rankings® 2022.

Comprised of 20 colleges which all have their own particular histories and opportunities to offer, UNIPV is an open community where academic achievement, traditions, parties and sporting rivalries all have their place.

Originally created around schools of law, humanities and medicine, the University of Pavia now offers 90 courses in:

  • Engineering and architecture
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Natural sciences
  • Medicine
  • Pharmacology
  • Health professions
  • Psychology
  • Law
  • Literature
  • Languages and philosophy
  • Economics
  • Political sciences
  • Communication
  • Sports sciences
  • Musicology

The following Undergraduate/Graduate programs are also offered in English :

  • Artificial intelligence (undergraduate)
  • Medicine and Surgery (combined bachelor's and master's program)
  • Civil Engineering for Mitigation of Risk from Natural Hazards (graduate)
  • Computer Engineering (graduate)
  • Electrical Engineering (graduate)
  • Electronic Engineering (graduate)
  • Industrial Automation Engineering (graduate)
  • International Business and Entrepreneurship (graduate)
  • Economics, Development and Innovation (graduate)
  • Finance (graduate)
  • Molecular Biology and Genetics (graduate)
  • Psychology, Neuroscience and Human Sciences (graduate)
  • Physical science - Biomedical physics curriculum (graduate)
  • Neurobiology (graduate)
  • Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnologies (graduate)
  • Agrifood sustainability (graduate)
  • The Ancient Mediterranean World: History, Archaeology and Art (graduate)
  • World Politics and International Relations (graduate)

The University of Pavia also offers a Foundation Year program.

The city of Pavia is located in northern Italy, around 30km south of Milan (20-30 minutes by train), and is home to 19 museums, two cultural centers, 22 libraries, four cinemas and theatres, 10 social-cultural meeting halls, and three civic schools of music and arts. For those of you interested in sports, the University Sports Centre (CUS) in Pavia offers a wide range of courses, championships and tournaments.

Tuition fees at UNIPV vary based on the student’s family income and country of origin, which range from 156 euro to 4500 euro per year.

Find out more about studying at the University of Pavia.


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