Computer Science

Education objectives

This PhD program proposed as part of the Bologna process, aims to provide a high quality standard specialized training in fundamental and applied areas of Information Technology (Computer Science) and Computer Engineering at the basis of the following guiding principles:

Specialization based on a broad knowledge of Information Technology;

Learning in a research environment by integrating one of the two research centers of Informatics Departamente (CITI, CENTRIA);

Fostering openness and internationalization of research;

Application of  strict quality control procedures.

The ultimate goal of this program is to train researchers, academics, and leaders in innovation processes in fundamental and applied areas of Information Technology (Computer Science) and Computer Engineering.

Career opportunities

Information technology companies represent an important and dynamic area of the economy in which innovation and development of new solutions are fundamental aspects to companies’ statement. Thus, it is common for high-tech companies having research or research and development units or that hire PhDs in Computer Science.

Doctors in Computer Science have additional professional opportunities in research and research and development centers associated with public and private institutions, whether in the area of Information Technology or in areas that make a specialized use of information technologies, and also in higher education institutions.

General characterization

DGES code

601

Cicle

PhD (3rd Cycle)

Degree

Doutor

Access to other programs

Available soon

Coordinator

Carla Maria Gonçalves Ferreira

Opening date

October

Vacancies

20

Fees

Portuguese students: 2 750 Euros/ year

Foreign students: 2 750 Euros/ year

Schedule

Daytime

Teaching language

Available soon

Degree pre-requisites

Duration: 4 years

Credits: 240 ECTS

Scientific Area Acronym ECTS
Mandatory Optional
Communication Sciences CC 3 0
Informatics I 213 18
Any Field of Study OL 0 6
TOTAL 216 24

Conditions of admittance

Admission rules:

The applicant must meet one of the following conditions:

  1. Hold a master''''s degree, or equivalent, obtained in a national or foreign institution in the IT area or recognized as appropriate by the Scientific Committee of the Programme. The applicant must have a minimum final grade of fourteen values ​​in these study cycles (or C in the range of ECTS);

  2. Hold an undergraduate degree and a relevant academic or scientific curriculum recognized as attesting the capacity to accomplish this cycle of studies by the Scientific Council;

  3. Holds an academic, scientific or professional curriculum recognized by the Scientific Council, under proposal from the Scientific Committee of the program, as attesting the capacity to accomplish this cycle of studies.

Necessary documentation for the application process (on line):

  • Qualifications certificate listing the obtained grades;

  • Curriculum vitae;

  • Proficiency Certificate in English (IELTS or TOEFL) - can be replaced by a declaration stating that obtain this certificate in the 1st year of the program frequency;

  • Statement of Intent (Letter of Intent) in which the candidate explains why you are interested in doing this PhD program;

Ranking:

The selection of candidates is responsibility of the Scientific Committee by assessing the submitted documentation. Potentially eligible candidates may be called for an interview.

Evaluation rules

Available soon

Structure

1.º Year
Code Name ECTS
12208 Preparation of the Thesis 30.0
12206 Research Seminar 3.0
12187 Topics and Research Methods 12.0
1.º Semester
Code Name ECTS
12207 Scientific and Technical Communication 3.0
1.º Semester - Estudos Avançados
Code Name ECTS
Options
12210 Engineering and Software Systems 6.0
12115 Advanced Studies 6.0
12209 Artificial Intelligence 6.0
12211 Interaction and Multimedia Systems 6.0
12212 Computer Systems and Networks 6.0
2.º Semester - Opção Livre
Code Name ECTS
Options
12210 Engineering and Software Systems 6.0
12115 Advanced Studies 6.0
12209 Artificial Intelligence 6.0
12211 Interaction and Multimedia Systems 6.0
12412 Free Option 6.0
12212 Computer Systems and Networks 6.0
2.º Year
Code Name ECTS
9904 Thesis 180.0