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Key information
- Duration: Full-time, 36 months
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting September 2026; Apply before Sep 2026
Overview
The Environmental Sciences and Engineering programme offered by Universidade de Aveiro emphasizes cutting-edge scientific research, fostentrepreneurial competencies to develop solutions that promote sustainable development and public health.
Key Facts
Through advanced coursework and research, students gain expertise in soil, water, and air quality management, contributing to the development of clean fuel technologies and renewable energy systems that enhance energy efficiency. This doctoral program addresses critical global challenges by advancing research in sustainable land management, promoting more sustainable agrifood production systems and reducing food insecurity, and developing innovative solutions for clean water access and sanitation. It also explores subjects related to industrial and urban waste management, sustainable transportation and cities, and circular economy principles, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach to climate change mitigation and ecosystem services protection.
Students will be trained in environmental impact assessment, gaining the ability to analyze, evaluate, and synthesize complex scientific information. They will also develop effective communication skills, enabling them to present their research findings to both the scientific community and broader society. A key component of this doctoral program is supporting students in securing funding for high-quality research, ensuring that they can lead and contribute to transformative environmental projects.
By integrating innovative methodologies, including artificial intelligence and data-driven approaches, the program enhances the ability to design and implement effective air quality monitoring networks and other environmental management strategies. The Doctors on Environmental Science and Engineering will be well-equipped to drive meaningful change, advancing health protection, managing health risks, and strengthening resilience against environmental threats.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Climate Change: Science, Mitigation And Adaptation
- Cultural Tourism
- Energy And Sustainability
- Energy Certification Of Buildings
- Energy Economy And Climate Policy
- Entrepreneurship
Admission Requirements
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
The general documentation required in all calls is as follows:
- Identification Document or Citizen Card. Foreign applicants may present another identification document indicating their details, in particular their nationality.
- Qualifications certificate indicating the degree with which you are applying and respective final classification.
- The candidate holding a foreign qualification must fill out the application with an official declaration issued by the Higher Education Institution where they concluded the academic degree (final classification, evaluation scale used).
- Certificate of the courses the candidate has taken, as well as their classification and credits.
- Other documents that the candidate considers relevant to the assessment of their curricular merit.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: Non-residents — 4,480 AUD / year (≈ 2,750 EUR / year)
- EU/EEA: EU/EEA Nationals — 4,480 AUD / year (≈ 2,750 EUR / year)
Living costs
Aveiro, Portugal: 815-1,466 AUD / month
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