Bioenergy
Education objectives
The growing demand for energy and the urgency of transitioning to renewable sources are driving strong investment in bioenergy, both nationally and across Europe. The PhD in Energy and Bioenergy addresses this challenge by offering high-level interdisciplinary training focused on energy production from biomass and waste, as well as the technologies associated with their thermal valorization.
With an innovative and research-oriented approach, this program prepares professionals and researchers to lead the development of sustainable solutions, contributing to the advancement of the energy transition and the competitiveness of the sector.
Why this PhD Programme?
Excellence and Multidisciplinary Training – A program that combines advanced knowledge in bioenergy, sustainability, and technological innovation, preparing specialists to tackle the challenges of the energy transition.
Impactful Research – Participation in innovative projects on energy production from biomass and waste, promoting sustainable and efficient solutions.
High Employability – Graduates are equipped to work in research, industry, consulting, and energy management, both in the public and private sectors, at national and international levels.
Market-Oriented Approach – Focus on innovative methodologies for energy recovery, aligned with global environmental goals and energy policies.
Access to Networks of Excellence – Integration into leading research centers and opportunities for collaboration with institutions and companies in the energy sector.
Career opportunities
Research and Development – Work in national and international research centers in the field of bioenergy.
Energy Industry – Development and management of energy production projects from biomass and waste.
Consulting and Innovation – Provision of specialized services in renewable energy and sustainability.
Energy Management and Planning – Roles in companies and public entities in the formulation of energy strategies.
Higher Education – Teaching and supervision of academic projects in the field of energy and bioenergy.
Entrepreneurship – Creation of innovative businesses in the bioenergy and alternative energy sectors.
Public Sector and Energy Policy – Contribution to the development and implementation of environmental and energy policies at national and international levels.
General characterization
DGES code
937
Cicle
PhD (3rd Cycle)
Degree
Doutor
Access to other programs
Available soon
Coordinator
Ana Luísa Almaça da Cruz Fernando
Opening date
Available soon
Vacancies
10
Fees
Portuguese students: 2 750 Euros/ year
Foreign students: 2 750 Euros/ year
Schedule
Tutorial
Teaching language
Available soon
Degree pre-requisites
Duration: 5 years
Credits: 300 ECTS
| Scientific Area | Acronym | ECTS | |
| Mandatory | Optional | ||
| Energy and Bioenergy | EB | 153 | 6 |
| Renew able Energies or Energy and Bioenergy | EA / EB | 0 | 6 |
| Any other area | QAC | 0 | 15 |
| TOTAL | 153 | 27 | |
Conditions of admittance
In addition to the documentation listed on the page https://www.fct.unl.pt/en/education/phd-programmes, applicants must submit a Statement of Purpose in which they explain their motivation for pursuing the PhD.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
Hold a master’s degree in any field of Engineering, Natural Sciences, or Exact Sciences, or related areas, or a legally equivalent qualification, obtained from a national or foreign institution;
Hold a bachelor''s degree and have an academic or scientific curriculum deemed particularly relevant and recognized by the Scientific Council of NOVA FCT as demonstrating the capacity to undertake this cycle of studies;
Hold an academic, scientific, or professional curriculum recognized by the Department and the Scientific Council of NOVA FCT as demonstrating the capacity to undertake this cycle of studies.
Selection criteria
Academic and scientific curriculum (75%), including the following aspects:
Academic degrees and achieved results;
Professional experience and relevant skills;
Scientific curriculum: research experience, publications;
Proficiency in English;
Motivation letter and interview (25%).
Evaluation rules
Available soon
Structure
| 1.º Semester | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Name | ECTS |
| 9564 | Research Methodologies on Energy and Bioenergy | 3.0 |
| 11610 | Thesis Project on Bioenergy I | 12.0 |
| 1.º Semester - Opção Condicionada 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Name | ECTS |
| Options | ||
| 7457 | Alternative Energy | 6.0 |
| 12266 | Alternative Energy | 6.0 |
| 9620 | Biomass Production for Energy | 6.0 |
| 1.º Semester - Opção Livre 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Name | ECTS |
| Options | ||
| 12245 | Option Free 1 | 6.0 |
| 12246 | Option Free 2 | 3.0 |
| 12247 | Option Free 3 | 6.0 |
| 1.º Semester - Opção Livre 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Name | ECTS |
| Options | ||
| 12245 | Option Free 1 | 6.0 |
| 12246 | Option Free 2 | 3.0 |
| 12247 | Option Free 3 | 6.0 |
| 2.º Semester | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Name | ECTS |
| 11611 | Thesis Project on Bioenergy II | 15.0 |
| 9568 | Research Seminary on Energy and Bioenergy | 3.0 |
| 2.º Semester - Opção Condicionada 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Name | ECTS |
| Options | ||
| 9621 | Energy and Environmental Sustainability | 6.0 |
| 9622 | Process of Energy Production | 6.0 |
| 2.º Semester - Opção Livre 3 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Name | ECTS |
| Options | ||
| 12245 | Option Free 1 | 6.0 |
| 12246 | Option Free 2 | 3.0 |
| 12247 | Option Free 3 | 6.0 |
| 3.º Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Name | ECTS |
| 11609 | Thesis on Bioenergy | 120.0 |