Tourism
Doctoral Degree
Ano Letivo 2026/2027

Course Overview

The PhD in Tourism general objective is to offer specialized training in Tourism, providing doctoral candidates with the tools required both for a career in scientific research and teaching, as well as for performing high-level functions in private, public, and third-sector organizations. In this learning journey, students have the opportunity to engage with ongoing projects at different research centres (particularly CIDEHUS), Chairs, and within the scope of ASTO - Alentejo Sustainable Tourism Observatory, part of the international INSTO network of the UNWTO. Additionally, students will be able to integrate, contact, and participate in dynamics and projects developed in collaboration with companies or other organizations, expanding their experience and enhancing their connection to the professional market.

Organic Unit: Institute of Research and Advanced Training

DGES Code: 0601/5192

Duration: 6 Semesters/180 ECTS credits (54 required and 6 optional in curricular units)

Language: Portuguese

Regime: Presencial

CNAEF Areas:

Travel, tourism and leisure (812)

Study Plan

A3ES Accreditation

Specific Entry Requirements

The PhD Programme in Tourism is primarily intended for graduates and master?s degree holders in tourism or in social sciences and humanities fields, from Portuguese or foreign higher education institutions. Admission to this PhD requires a master?s degree or legally equivalent qualification in Tourism or related fields and/or other areas, duly recognised by the Scientific Committee of this PhD Programme, completed with a final grade equal to or higher than 14 (on a 0-20 scale). Candidates who have completed the curricular component of their master?s degree with a grade equal to or higher than 14 (on a 0-20 scale), and whose award of the master?s degree is pending only public defence (provided this does not lower the overall grade average and occurs by the first day of classes in the academic year for which they are applying) may also be considered. Failure to attend the selection interview will result in the candidate?s exclusion.

Access Routes and Applications

Students from EU countries

Initial Places: 10

International Students

Initial Places: 5

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Tuition Fees

Annual Tuition Fees

Students from EU countries

1500 €

International Students

2500 €

International Students with Merit Scholarships

1500 €

International Students with Cooperation and Development Grants

1700 €

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Course Committee

Director: Maria do Rosário Borges [mrborges@uevora.pt]

Assistants:

Joana Lima [jisl@uevora.pt]
Noémi Marujo [noemi@uevora.pt]
Jaime Manuel Moleiro Serra [jserra@uevora.pt]

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