Ecological Restoration for Ecosystem Sustainability

Curso de Formação

Ano Letivo 2024/2025

Course Overview

Ecological restoration is a vital science and practical tool for conserving biodiversity, focused on restoring, initiating, and accelerating ecosystem recovery after disruptions. There is a growing commitment and demand for ecological restoration efforts, supported by various European policies, which will require well-trained and qualified professionals. This Blended Intensive Program (BIP) aims to equip students with the skills and competencies needed to address complex ecological and conservation challenges, combining analytical and practical expertise for effective restoration plan implementation. Emphasizing restoration ecology and innovative techniques, this program provides lasting skills for creating resilient ecosystems. The study plan covers all aspects, from identifying pressures and biophysical characterization to establishing reference systems, designing and implementing actions, monitoring, and adaptive management. Case studies and interactive tools enhance learning, while transnational groups foster teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Organic Unit: School of Science and Technology
Duration: 6 Weeks/6 ECTS credits ( required in curricular units)
Language: Portuguese
Regime: B-learning
CNAEF Areas:
  • Environmental science (422)

For Whom

Bachelor´s, Master´s, or PhD students with technical training who wish to acquire a specialization or updated practical training in ecological restoration .

Datas de Realização do Curso

1st Phase (1º Momento de Oferta)
  • Begin: 28/08/2025
  • End: 03/10/2025
O BIP está organizado em três módulos:
Módulo 1. Conceitos e planeamento do restauro (online, de 28 de agosto a 2 de setembro)
Módulo 2. Restauro na prática (presencial, incluindo visitas de campo em Portugal, de 5 a 10 de setembro)
Módulo 3. Análise de estudos de caso (online, de 15 de setembro a 3 de outubro)

Vacancies and Applications

Initial Places: 30

Applications and Enrollment Dates

1st Phase (1º Momento de Oferta)
  • Applications: 12/06/2025 to 20/06/2025
  • Results: until 05/07/2025
  • Enrollment: 28/08/2025 to 03/09/2025

Tuition Fees

Annual Tuition Fees

Course Committee

Timetables

O BIP está organizado em três módulos:
Módulo 1. Conceitos e planeamento do restauro (online, de 28 de agosto a 2 de setembro)
Módulo 2. Restauro na prática (presencial, incluindo visitas de campo em Portugal, de 5 a 10 de setembro)
Módulo 3. Análise de estudos de caso (online, de 15 de setembro a 3 de outubro)

Documents

Contact Information

Director: Carla Pinto Cruz [ccruz@uevora.pt]

Academic Services (online): SAC.ONLINE