Biology

Doctoral Degree

Ano Letivo 2025/2026

Course Overview

Based on an integrated training and scientific research basis, the overall objective of the Program is to provide students with general skills and scientific training in Biology that will contribute to their integration into the current labour market. It proposes a comprehensive program that iincludes different areas of biology, such as Biodiversity and Conservation, Functional Biology, Global Change Biology, Aquatic and Marine Biology, Molecular Biology and Plant Protection, Human Biolology among others. The specific objectives are: 1) to deepen students' knowledge of biology through contact with diverse scientific areas and professional contexts; 2) to enable flexible training, by attending optional courses( Transversal courses for 3º Cicle) at the University of Évora; 3) to promote international thesis projects whose results are published as articles in peer-reviewed international journals.
Organic Unit: Institute of Research and Advanced Training
Duration: 8 Semesters/240 ECTS credits (18 required and 12 optional in curricular units)
Language: Portuguese
Regime: Presencial
CNAEF Areas:
  • Biology and biochemistry (421)

Specific Entry Requirements

Holders of a Master's degree or legal equivalent in the field of Biological Sciences or similar.

Access Routes and Applications

Students from EU countries
Initial Places: 12
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International Students
Initial Places: 3
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Tuition Fees

Annual Tuition Fees

Students from EU countries
1250.00 €
International Students
2500.00 €
International Students with Merit Scholarships
1250.00 €
International Students with Cooperation and Development Grants
1450.00 €

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Contact Information

Director: António Mira [amira@uevora.pt]

Academic Manager: Ana Cristina Alves Dias
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