Computer Science
PhD at Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI)
Key facts
Status checked 06-Oct-2026: 2027/28 details are not yet fully published for this programme. Any 2026/27 REFERENCE/OFFICIAL REFERENCE is previous-cycle information for planning only—not a 2027/28 deadline or guaranteed fee. Start monitoring the official course/admission page before the previous opening period and replace the historical value once the 2027/28 call is released.
Programme overview
Computer Science is a 4 years English-taught programme at Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI), based in L'Aquila, Abruzzo, Italy. It is a doctoral / PhD programme focused on computing, data, digital systems and quantitative problem-solving. The programme is most relevant to students who want structured academic training in the exact specialism named in the course title, with progression toward software/data/technology roles, analytics, digital innovation or further research.
What an Indian applicant should understand before applying
- Degree level: doctoral / PhD programme.
- Teaching: English according to the official programme source used for this database; if the row names an English track/curriculum, only that pathway should be treated as English-taught.
- Duration: 4 years.
- Location: L'Aquila, Abruzzo, Italy.
- Eligibility: read the detailed Admission Criteria column in this row; the university makes the final decision on equivalence of Indian qualifications.
- Application: follow the HOW TO APPLY column from university application through Universitaly/visa steps.
- Intake caution: deadlines, tuition and scholarship amounts are academic-year specific. A 2026/27 figure is labelled as a reference and must not be presented as a 2027/28 figure unless the university has published it.
Programme-specific details from the official source
GSSI is an international doctoral school and research centre. This programme is research-intensive and funded; annual calls define the exact projects, positions and selection schedule.
Frequently asked questions
How long is Computer Science at Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI)?
The programme lasts 4 years.
When does Computer Science start?
Autumn / annual call. Check the Admissions tab for application deadlines.
Is Computer Science taught in English?
Yes. Computer Science is listed as an English-taught PhD at Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI). If the university offers several tracks, confirm the English track on the official programme page.
What are the admission requirements?
Applicants need a qualification suitable for doctoral admission (normally a Master's/equivalent) and must meet the scientific-profile requirements of the selected programme/funded topic. Prepare passport, degree and transcripts, CV, research/academic materials and any references or additional documents required by the annual call. GSSI doctoral activity is international and con…
What are the tuition fees for Computer Science?
2027/28 tuition amount not yet published/confirmed for this exact programme as of 06-Oct-2026. Use the university's annual tuition/contribution regulation and programme page when released. Any older figure must be labelled with its academic year before being used as a planning reference.
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Admission criteria
Applicants need a qualification suitable for doctoral admission (normally a Master's/equivalent) and must meet the scientific-profile requirements of the selected programme/funded topic. Prepare passport, degree and transcripts, CV, research/academic materials and any references or additional documents required by the annual call. GSSI doctoral activity is international and conducted in English.
normally hold a recognised Master's/second-cycle qualification (or equivalent qualification accepted for doctoral access). Prepare degree/transcripts, CV, research proposal or statement, references and publications if requested. Admission, scholarship amount, research topic and deadlines are governed by the specific annual PhD call.
Application deadlines
2026/27: 2026/27 call published 18 March 2026; use the official call PDF/online portal for the exact submission deadline. 2027/28 not yet published.
How to apply
Use the official GSSI PhD application portal linked from the annual call, complete the application and upload all requested documents by the deadline. Track shortlist/interview information on the official GSSI page. If selected, follow the admission/enrolment instructions and complete any visa/Universitaly formalities applicable to an Indian applicant.
Self-service application sequence for an Indian student
- Confirm that this exact programme/English curriculum is active for your target academic year on the official source above.
- Check your applicant category (non-EU citizen residing abroad) and the programme-specific academic/English/test requirements.
- Prepare the academic file: passport; final or provisional qualification; marksheets/transcript; grading scale where requested; English certificate/MOI only if accepted; CV/motivation/references/portfolio/syllabi only where required.
- Create the university's official applicant account and submit the programme application before the non-EU/visa-applicant deadline. Pay an application/test fee only when the official call states one.
- Complete any entrance test, interview, portfolio review or curricular-assessment step required by this programme.
- After a positive result, accept the offer and complete any enrolment deposit/first instalment within the university deadline.
- If a study visa is required, complete the university-approved pre-enrolment on Universitaly: https://www.universitaly.it/it/studenti-stranieri . Universitaly validation is not itself a visa.
- Follow the competent Italian Embassy/Consulate/VFS instructions for the study visa using the documents required for that visa cycle (admission/pre-enrolment, finance, accommodation, insurance and qualification documents as applicable).
- After arrival, complete final university enrolment and the residence-permit procedure within the legally required timeframe.
Application fees
2027/28 application/selection fee not yet published/confirmed for this exact programme as of 06-Oct-2026. No reliable single university-wide amount can be safely assigned. If the new call states that no fee is due, treat it as €0 only after that official confirmation; otherwise use the exact amount in the programme call.
Tuition fees
2027/28 tuition amount not yet published/confirmed for this exact programme as of 06-Oct-2026. Use the university's annual tuition/contribution regulation and programme page when released. Any older figure must be labelled with its academic year before being used as a planning reference.
Scholarships
GSSI awards funded PhD positions/scholarships. Position counts and project-linked scholarships vary by programme and round; use the official 2026/27 call as reference and refresh for 2027/28.
Cost of living in L'Aquila
No single current official monthly living-cost figure was found for this programme/campus in the university material captured in this research pass. Use the university/regional right-to-study housing, canteen and transport pages for the campus city; do not publish an unofficial city estimate as a university fact.
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