Overview

Through a holistic approach, the Planetary Health Studies course at Institute of Social Sciences of the University of Lisbon equips students to tackle complex issues that cross ecological and societal boundaries.

Focused on action and transformation, the programme identifies and addresses problems at local, regional, and planetary levels—core to the concept of planetary health. Students are encouraged to develop, test, and refine solutions, applying them in laboratory or simulation environments through collaborative teamwork.

Objectives

Advancing Solutions for Planetary Health - The programme aims to create leaders capable of generating actionable evidence and crafting sustainable public policies. Graduates will drive transformative change to confront the multifaceted health challenges facing the planet.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Anthropocene and Planetary Health

Research Methods in Planetary Health

System Science in Planetary Health

Topics in Planetary Health

Transversal Competences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-12 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lisbon, Portugal

Disciplines

Health Sciences

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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

A Master's Degree, or legal equivalent, in any area of knowledge is required. Holders of a 'Licenciatura' Degree, or legal equivalent, and holders of an academic, scientific or professional curriculum especially relevant may also be eligible after curricular assessment by the Scientific Commission.

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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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