Program Overview

Dual Degree Portugal Program Overview

The Dual Degree Portugal program is a collaborative effort between Carnegie Mellon University and Portuguese partner higher education institutions. This program allows doctoral students to conduct their studies in both Portugal and the United States, with co-advising from faculty at both institutions.

Program Objectives

The primary objectives of the Dual Degree Portugal program are to:

• Promote the education of high-quality researchers, instructors, and innovation agents in computer science
• Offer a specialization based on broad knowledge in computer science/informatics
• Support collaborative research between Carnegie Mellon University's Computer Science Department and Portuguese institutions
• Enforce rigorous quality control and assessment procedures
• Recruit top students from Portugal and other countries

Program Structure

Students enrolled in the program apply to both Carnegie Mellon University and one of the Portuguese partner institutions. The program is designed to be completed in approximately five years of full-time work, with students being held to the highest scientific standards and required to satisfy all requirements of both Carnegie Mellon University and the Portuguese institution they apply to.

Program Details

• The program is a dual degree Ph.D. program in computer science/informatics
• Students are co-advised by faculty from Carnegie Mellon University and Portuguese partner institutions
• The program aims to promote collaborative research and education of high-quality researchers and innovation agents
• Students must satisfy all requirements of both Carnegie Mellon University and the Portuguese institution they apply to
• The expected duration of the program is around five years of full-time work

Research Areas

The Dual Degree Portugal program encompasses a broad range of research areas in computer science, including but not limited to:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Graphics
• Programming Languages
• Security
• Systems
• Theory

Program Benefits

The Dual Degree Portugal program offers students the opportunity to:

• Conduct research in a collaborative and international environment
• Be co-advised by faculty from both Carnegie Mellon University and Portuguese institutions
• Gain a broad knowledge in computer science/informatics
• Develop skills as high-quality researchers, instructors, and innovation agents

Conclusion

The Dual Degree Portugal program is a unique and innovative opportunity for doctoral students to pursue their research interests in a collaborative and international environment. With its strong focus on promoting high-quality research and education, this program is an excellent choice for students looking to advance their careers in computer science.