PONTIFICAL INSTITUTE OF SACRED MUSIC
DOCTORAL SCHOOL

CALL FOR APPLICATION TO THE PHD
ACADEMIC YEAR 2026-2027

Annex A. Template for proposing a Research Project

Candidate: ___________________________________________________________

1 – Title of the Research Project

2 – Selected Curriculum (please tick the box)

 p	Gregorian Chant

 p	Historical musicology

 p Applied Musicology (Composition, Choral Conducting, Organ, Piano, Voice)

3 – Abstract of the Research project (max. 2,000 characters)

4 - In-depth description of the state of the art of the proposed scientific topic, demonstrating comprehensive knowledge and analysis of the relevant bibliography (max. 5,000 characters)

5 – Analytical description of the project, including the work phases and the scientific methodology to be adopted (max. 5,000 characters).

6 - Objectives and expected results, with specific reference to the innovative elements and the advancements intended to be achieved regarding the proposed topic (max. 5,000 characters).

7 – Bibliography (max. 25 references)