Overview

Electrical and Computer Engineering from Universidade Nova de Lisboa complements the basic training of candidates for the improvement of studies and research and development in emerging areas of knowledge. Upon completion of the course of study, candidates will be able to lead, with scientific rigor and technological and methodological present, processes involving analysis, design, modeling, production and operation of advanced and innovative systems in the field of Electrical and Computer Engineering.

Careers

Doctors in Electrical and Computer Engineering will further career opportunities in research centers or research and development associated with public and private institutions, and the institutions of higher education.

Accreditation

The program is accredited by the Portuguese accreditation entity (A3ES).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Scientific Research Methodologies and Techniques

Entrepreneurship Methods

Doctoral Conference

Research Planning
Advanced Topics <in the chosen specialization area>

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lisbon, Portugal

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering Artificial Intelligence Production and Manufacturing Engineering View 4 other PhDs in Electrical Engineering in Portugal

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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

Qualifications certificate listing the obtained grades;

Curriculum Vitae;

Statement of Intent (Letter of Intent) in which the candidate explains why he/she is interested in doing this PhD program;

Application form

Possess an MSc degree or equivalent in Electrical and Computer Engineering or related areas with a grade of at least 14 out of 20 (70%);

Possess a first degree Electrical and Computer Engineering or related areas and a scholar or scientific curriculum recognized as adequate by the Council of the Electrical Engineering Department;

Possess a scholar, professional or scientific curriculum recognized as adequate by the Council of the Electrical Engineering Department.

The candidates must be fluent in English, both in speaking and writing. In duly justified cases the Scientific Committee might accept candidates that do not satisfy this condition.

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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.

Funding

The University itself does not offer scholarships.

Some other alternatives include:

- Scholarships by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) - https://www.fct.pt/en/financiamento/programas-de-financiamento/bolsas/

- Sometimes, depending on running research projects, it is possible to get some support from projects (for this, candidates must contact professors in the department to check if they have projects with positions).

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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