PhD in Biomedicine | bMed

PhD in association between two institutions:

FCM|NMS/UNL and Universidade de Aveiro

 

 

The bMED Doctoral Program in Biomedicine was designed for professionals in health-related fields, biomedical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, mathematics, physics, and related areas who wish to explore and contribute to the future of biomedical sciences.

At the bMED program, you will have the opportunity to experience high-quality scientific environments and infrastructures from two partner universities, broadening your academic and professional perspectives, as well as your network.

Through this PhD program, you will develop advanced conceptual and methodological scientific tools in a dynamic learning environment focused on health. This collaborative and hands-on approach allows you to engage in interdisciplinary research projects, solve complex health challenges, and discover innovative solutions, thereby increasing your impact on science and society.

 

 

The Doctoral Program seeks to be a national and international benchmark for high-quality research in Biomedicine and Health Sciences, promoting innovative, interdisciplinary projects that expands existing skills and expertise. Key objectives include

  • Expanding Knowledge: Advancing understanding through innovative, high-quality research.
  • Research Integrity: Upholding ethical and rigorous research standards.
  • Subject Mastery: Achieving comprehensive knowledge and skill mastery in the field.
  • Critical Analysis: Enhancing the ability to assess and synthesize complex ideas.
  • Advancing Progress: Contributing to technological, social, and cultural advancements.
  • Publication Standards: Meeting high criteria for peer-reviewed publications.

Through these initiatives, the program aims to foster excellence and leadership in global Health Sciences Biomedical and Medical Sciences research.

Doctoral graduates in bMED are expected to develop the following competencies:

  • Research Skills: Design, adapt, and conduct high-quality scientific research.
  • Critical Thinking: Analyze, evaluate, and synthesize complex ideas.
  • Communication and Publication Skills: Effectively share knowledge with peers, academia, and society both orally and in writing.
  • Project Development Skills: Contribute to the development of scientific research projects.

Masters (or legal equivalents) in:

  • Pharmaceutical Sciences and Biomedical Sciences;
  • Biological Engineering;
  • Medicine;
  • Biochemistry;
  • Nursing;
  • Molecular and Cellular Biology;
  • Genetics;
  • Biology;
  • Biomedical Engineering;
  • or related fields;
  • Academia & Research
  • R&D Industry
  • Public Health, Patient Care
  • Science Education & Outreach
  • Science Communication & Publishing
  • R&D management
  • Policy, Legal & Regulatory Affairs

 

If you need detailed information, please contact us:
 
E-mail: doutoramentos@nms.unl.pt 
Tel: +351 218 803 066
Office Hours
Monday to Friday
09h30-13h00 / 14h00-16h00

NOVA Medical School Coordination

Maria Paula Macedo
Sofia de Azeredo Pereira

Coordination University of Aveiro

Information

  • NUMBER OF VACANCIES | 20
  • LANGUAGE | English
  • ECTS | 240
  • DURATION | 4 years
  • HOURS | After Work: 04:00pm - 08:00pm

Study Plan

Application dates

  • 1st phase: May 27 to June 14, 2024
  • 2nd phase: August 26 to September 13, 2024
  • 3rd phase: October 1 to 11, 2024
  • Application guide

Fees

  • National Student: 2750,00 €/year
  • International Student: 2750,00 €/year

Program Manager

Manuel Batatinha
Program Manager