Overview

The themes of the PhDs in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering from Instituto Superior Técnico are those that reflect the problems of the speciality, and involve planning, design, construction, exploitation and systems maintenance of vehicle and structures aimed at exploring the ocean resources, namely Marine Environment, Dynamics and Hydrodynamics, Marine Structures, Ship Design, Maritime Transportation and Ports, Analysis and Safety Management, Maintenance based on Reliability, Fishing Technology and Aquaculture and Yacht Sailing.

Objectives

To promote the research in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering, allowing the development of relevant areas of international scientific knowledge.

To present the development of recognised technological and scientific research activities at international level.

To contribute to the high quality academic education in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering (3 rd Cycle) and offering this education at international level.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Advanced Analysis of Marine Structures

Dynamics and Control of Ocean Vehicles

Modelling and Analysis of Sea Waves

Advanced Analysis of Ship Dynamics

Advanced Design of Marine Structures

Research Seminars

Advanced Topics in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

Uncertainty Modeling

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-09 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lisbon, Portugal

Disciplines

Marine Engineering

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The holders of a Master degree or equivalent in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering or related areas. The holders of a 5 years undergraduate degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering or related areas. The holders of a relevant academic, scientific or professional curriculum that be recognised by the Scientific Council of IST as being able to attend this course.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

2750 EUR / year

≈ 2750 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2750 EUR / year

≈ 2750 EUR / year

Living costs

Lisbon

Portugal

630 - 1123 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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