The doctoral programme in Territory, Risk and Public Policies is situated in the area of Risk Sciences. Risk Sciences, as a disciplinary area, has been acquiring increasing visibility and institutionalization mainly in international agencies as UNESCO and the Council of Europe. This programme is targeted at individuals with diverse higher education backgrounds, from the social sciences to natural and exact sciences to technology. This diversity allows for an integrated approach as well as for the quantification of individuals’ and communities’ capacity for resilience and resistance. It is based on the joint consideration of various uncertainties and on the selection of variables that are relevant to the evaluation and perception of risk in human communities.
The doctoral programme in Territory, Risk and Public Policies is offered in association with the University of Lisbon (IGOT) and University of Aveiro.
Objectives of the PhD Course
The doctoral programme in Territory, Risk and Public Policy is an advanced education programme oriented towards the development of scientific research skills and advanced professional qualifications within the field of risk science. The programme aims to provide solid scientific training in diverse areas related to risk, such as process modelling, land use management, mobilisation of individuals and communities, as well as the articulation and implementation of public policies.
Duration of the Course
4 years.
Programme Structure
| Paths |
| Regular |
Venue
The venues for this course should be consulted in the Timetable available on InforEstudante.
Regulation
| Cooperation agreement | This document aims to establish rules about the organisation, functioning and procedures of the PhD in Territory, Risk and Public Policies. |
Coordination of the Course
PhD José Manuel Mendes (University of Coimbra)
PhD Luís Zêzere (University of Lisbon)
PhDTeresa Fidélis da Silva (Aveiro University)
Information:
In the academic year 2023/2024 this course takes place at the University of Lisbon (IGOT)
In the academic year 2024/2025 this course will be held at the University of Coimbra
In the academic year 2025/2025 this course will be held at the University of Aveiro (UA)
Available places
1st Phase: 8 places
2nd Phase: 6 places
3rd Phase: 1 place + remaining places
Extraordinary Phase: remaining places
The course will only run if the minimum number of students enrolled (5 students) is reached.
Sustainable Development Goals
