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Doctorate in Mathematics​

The goal of the study cycle is the training of highly qualified human resources in Mathematics and in subjects which are relevant for research activities, both theoretical and experimental, or for application in different areas of Industry and services. Therefore, each student enrolled in this study cycle should develop skills to conceive, plan and develop research activities, either in partnership or in an independent manner, always according to patterns of quality and academic integrity. At the end of the studies, the new PhD must have produced original scientific contributions in national or international (preferable) peer reviewed journals.

Fees (non-refundable)

Number of vacancies

Access requirements​

Ranking criteria

2023/2024

General


Academic degree:
  • Doctorate
ECTS:
180
Duration:
6 curricular semesters
Regime:
Daytime
Place:
Gualtar Campus, Braga (UM)
Main Scientific area:
  • Mathematics

Contacts


    School of Sciences
    Campus de Gualtar
    4710 - 057 Braga

    Tel: +351 253604390 Fax: +351 253604398
    E-Mail: cpedagogico@ecum.uminho.pt; sec@ecum.uminho.pt
    URL: http://www.ecum.uminho.pt

Description


The objective of this study cycle is to train highly qualified human resources in the field of Mathematics and in areas where Mathematics plays a crucial role in the exercise of theoretical or experimental research activities, or in application areas of industry and services. This doctoral course aims to provide a solid scientific foundation for pursuing different professional profiles in various domains (e.g., industry, services, health, engineering, teaching).
The doctoral course is organized according to the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). It lasts for three academic years, with a total workload of 180 ECTS (60 per year), aimed at the development of an original thesis specifically designed for this purpose. It does not have a curricular component, but the individual work plan may include the requirement to attend formative activities, such as extracurricular units, seminars, conferences, among others, to reinforce the doctoral student's knowledge in their research area. This plan will take into account the student's specific education and the objectives to be achieved.

Key learning outcomes


The aim is for students to:
1. Acquire the ability to conceive, design, and develop research autonomously or in partnership, respecting academic quality and integrity standards;
2. Carry out research work with original results that contribute to the expansion of knowledge in their respective research area and are worthy of publication in specialty journals, with an arbitration system, and international circulation;
3. Be able to critically analyze and synthesize new and complex ideas and communicate with the scientific community and society in general;
4. Be able to interpret and formulate scientific-technological problems and understand their economic and social relevance, building a critical vision of knowledge and reality;
5. Promote scientific and technological advances in a knowledge-based society.

Access to higher education


This course confers technical-scientific capacity for access to post-doctoral courses.

Careers


Mathematics has demonstrated and renewed this essential power in domains that are already far beyond its most traditional areas of action. As an example, Mathematics has contributed to advances in the modeling of environmental, biological, and economic phenomena, in the fields of pedagogy and teaching, in medicine, and in different areas of health. With this study cycle, we aim to take advantage of this enormous potential for interaction and cover all areas where Mathematics has a preponderant and structuring role.

Access


15

Vacancies

0

Minimum

Access forms


Through application. Applications open permanently. 

This information does not replace consultation of the Academic Regulations of the University of Minho and other official documents.

Formal requirements


Students who apply to the PhD programme in Mathematics must satisfy one of the following requirements: 
a) They must hold a Master’s degree in Mathematics or related areas, or legal equivalent;
b) They must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or related areas together with a CV that demonstrates an adequate scientific background, subject to approval by the Scientific Committee of the study cycle and by the Scientific Council of the School of Sciences;
c) They must hold an academic, scientific or professional curriculum recognized by the Scientific Committee of the study cycle and by the Scientific Council of the School of Sciences, as being adequate for the completion of this PhD program.

Application deadlines


Information on Application Deadlines can be found at:
https://www.ecum.uminho.pt/en/Ensino/Pages/Applications-for-Doctorates.aspx

Registration deadlines


Information on Registration Deadlines can be found at:
https://www.ecum.uminho.pt/en/Ensino/Pages/Applications-for-Doctorates.aspx

Aditional Information


Study Plan


Regime Curricular Unit Scientific Area ECTS
Year 1 2 3 180
TA Thesis M 180

Assessment/Accreditation


A3ES Accreditation status:
Accredited
Resolution publication date:
20-04-2023
Registry number at Ministry:
R/A-Cr 53/2017
Registry Date:
08-06-2017
Accreditation validity:
30-07-2026