Overview

The diversity of individual profiles and the mainstreaming of subjects that characterizes research in civil engineering recommends a flexible practice in the definition of both project and programme. It is important to create working conditions that enhance training with strong national and international forms of cooperation, in research institutions or in business environments.

Objectives

The aim of the Civil Engineering programme from Instituto Superior Técnico is to provide and create specialized knowledge in emerging scientific, technical and or technological areas.

cation institutions, research laboratories and departments of public administration and companies remains one of the main objectives of the development policies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Topics in Hidraulics

Advanced Topics in Water Resources and Environment

Advanced Topics on Construction

Advanced Topics on Geotechnics

Advanced Topics on Rehabilitation

Advanced Topics on Structures

Audience

Holders of a master's degree or equivalent, and graduates with a degree corresponding to a five-year civil engineering or similar degree may apply. Civil engineering graduates or individuals with a similar degree, and the holders of an educational, scientific or professional curriculum particularly relevant to the cycle of studies may also apply.

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

Civil Engineering & Construction View 4 other PhDs in Civil Engineering & Construction 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

Holders of an Undergraduate Degree and Master’s Degree may apply for this training doctoral programme by obtaining a pass in an advanced study course, that grants a total of credits between 30 and 60 ECTS, followed by advanced research, development and innovation work, leading to a dissertation (PhD thesis). In all it has a 3 year duration.

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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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