The PhD Program in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering at NOVA FCT is a project of excellence, aligned with international best practices in advanced training in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering. Strongly research-oriented, the program is supported by the extensive experience of the faculty and researchers from the Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Section of the Department of Chemistry at NOVA FCT, as well as by associated R&D laboratories.
This doctoral program aims to train highly qualified professionals, prepared to lead in research, teaching, entrepreneurship, and innovation, contributing to the advancement of science and technology in key sectors such as Environment, Energy, and Materials.
Academic and Scientific Excellence – A program structured according to international quality standards, offering advanced training in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering.
High-Level Research Environment – Integration into leading research groups and access to laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art technology.
Interdisciplinarity and Curricular Flexibility – The program combines core and elective courses across five major scientific areas, allowing for a personalized path aligned with the doctoral student’s interests.
Strong Connection with Industry and Research Centers – Active collaboration with public and private institutions, providing opportunities for practical application of knowledge.
High Employability – Solid training oriented toward the global job market, equipping graduates for diverse professional sectors.
Applications 2025/26
1st Phase: Mar. 14 to Abr. 7
2nd Phase: Jun. 2 to Jul. 18
Vacancies: 10
Duration: 4 years (240 ECTS)
Format: In-person, Daytime
Course Coordinator: José Paulo Mota, pdeqbq.coordenador@fct.unl.pt
Academic divison: div.aea.helpdesk@fct.unl.pt
The curricular component combines core courses with a set of electives across five major scientific areas (Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering Sciences, and Social and Economic Sciences), allowing for a personalized education aligned with the dissertation topic.
Candidates must have a good command of spoken and written English. In justified cases, the Scientific Committee may accept candidates under other conditions
The selection of candidates is the responsibility of the PhD Scientific Committee through the evaluation of the submitted documentation, and potentially eligible candidates may be invited for an interview.
Tuition fee - Portuguese students: 2.750€/year
Tuition fee - Foreign students: 2.750€/year
The Department of Chemistry (DQ) is a teaching and research unit of NOVA FCT dedicated to the quality of teaching, the progress of research and the provision of specialised services to the community in the fundamental areas of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering.
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