125 PhD programmes in Portugal

The program in Physical Engineering (PhD) degree of Universidade de Aveiro corresponds to the formation of researchers in the area of Physical Engineering, of high qualification and autonomy degree.

As a Nova School of Business and Economics Ph.D. graduate from the Management programme, you will systematically be suited for positions in competitive international academia and research institutions. You will also be prepared to fill top positions in business companies, financial institutions, and governmental organizations.

The PhD Program in Psychology offered by Universidade de Aveiro aims to promote scientific research practices in psychology based on high rigor, transparency, and contribution to the construction of knowledge.

The Doctoral degree of Environmental Sciences and Engineering at Universidade de Aveiro provides students with a broad and systematic understanding of the field, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to address pressing environmental challenges. 

The Development Studies programme from ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management aims to provide high quality training and produce original research in the area of Development Studies, a field of interdisciplinary research of the process of economic, social and political changes in modern societies.

The Nanosciences and Nanotechnology student degree of Universidade de Aveiro aims to understand, control and manipulate the matter at a nano-scale (typically from 1 to 100 nm) where unique physicochemical and biological phenomena take place, which can be explored in new applications. 

The Doctoral Programme in Civil Engineering at the Universidade de Aveiro offers a solid education in Civil Engineering, fostering the deepening of knowledge and the development of research skills through a multidisciplinary approach to address global challenges. 

The PhD from Universidade de Aveiro aims at training specialized top-level professionals in the design, research and development in the field of Biorefineries in order to demonstrate their skills in integrated valorization of biomass from agro-forestry sources for the production of new chemical products, fuels and energy. 

The Ph.D. Program in Sustainable Chemistry degree of Universidade de Aveiro is a multidisciplinary program in the wide field of Chemistry, focusing on sustainable research strategies for the development of new products and processes providing solutions to both, the present and medium-term requests of the Chemical Industry, and societal needs.

Universidade de Aveiro offers The Marine Science, Technology and Management doctoral programme.

The Refining, Petrochemical and Chemical Engineering programme delivered by Universidade de Aveiro.

The PhD Programme in Biology and Ecology of Global Changes is a co-tutoring PhD programme between Universidade de Aveiro (Portugal) and the University of Lisbon (Portugal), with the participation of the Federal University of Tocantins (Brasil) and the University of Brasilia (Brasil).

The Telecommunications degree is offered by Universidade de Aveiro. The Doctoral Programme in Telecommunications is defined as a project of excellence at 3rd Cycle level, strongly oriented towards research, rooted in strong partnerships with leading institutions in the industrial fabric and in a prestigious international framework.

The Doctoral Programme in Biotechnology results from a cooperation of three departments of the Universidade de Aveiro: Chemistry, Biology and Medical Sciences, through their Research Units: CICECO, CESAM and iBiMED.

The Food Science and Technology and Nutrition degree of Universidade de Aveiro aims to produce a new generation of highly qualified professionals well prepared to intervene in industrial, academic, regulatory and other relevant roles. 

The Doctoral degree of Geosciences (UAveiro/UPorto) at Universidade de Aveiro aims to provide students with a comprehensive scientific preparation in the field of geosciences, both fundamental and applied, including contributions to other areas of social and economic importance, such as health, energy and the environment.

This Applied Mathematics for Economics and Management course from ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management prepares students to carry out research work worthy of publication in scientific journals with a peer-review system

Prepare yourself to lead sustainable technological innovation with the Mechanical Engineering degree of Universidade de Aveiro.

The Law programme at Universidade Nova de Lisboa is a four-year programme leading to a PhD degree in law. The Programme comprises a taught component (over three semesters) where advanced legal studies are carried out with an interdisciplinary focus.

This innovative Political Science degree of Universidade de Aveiro aims, generally, to provide high quality advanced training in Political Science, and generate valuable contributions to research in this area.