The PhD in History, Philosophy, and Heritage of Science and Technology is a program of excellence aimed at training researchers specialized in the historical and critical analysis of science and technology. With an interdisciplinary approach, the course offers in-depth training on the history of scientific ideas and technological transformations, with a strong emphasis on their social, cultural, and political impact.
The program also explores scientific and technological heritage, enabling doctoral students to analyze, preserve, and disseminate the national and global scientific legacy.
This PhD is designed for those who wish to integrate the historical, philosophical, and heritage dimensions of science and technology, with the goal of promoting knowledge and enhancing the value of scientific heritage, while contributing to the future of research in this field.
Applications 2025/26
1st Phase: Mar 14 to Apr. 7
2nd Phase: Jun. 2 to Jul. 18
Vacancies: 15
Duration: 4 years (240 ECTS)
Format: In-person, Daytime
Language: Portuguese
Course Coordinator: Paula Urze, pdhfpct.coordenador@fct
Academic divison: div.aea.helpdesk@fct.unl.pt
The PhD program in History, Philosophy, and Heritage of Science and Technology offers a robust and interdisciplinary education, addressing core topics such as Philosophy of Science, History of Science and Technology, and Scientific and Technological Heritage.
In addition to the documents listed on the page https://www.fct.unl.pt/en/education/phd-programmes, applicants must also submit:
Tuition fee - Portuguese students: 2.750€/year
Tuition fee - Foreign students: 2.750€/year
The Department of Applied Social Sciences (DCSA) at NOVA FCT provides teaching and research in areas outside of the fundamental sciences and engineering, thus offering our students a structured education in the field of applied social sciences.
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