Program Overview

Doctorat en Humanitats

Introduction to the Doctoral Program

The Doctorat en Humanitats is a comprehensive program designed to provide advanced training in the humanities. The program is structured to foster academic excellence, critical thinking, and innovative research.

Program Structure

• Presentation: The program offers a thorough introduction to the field of humanities, emphasizing the development of research skills and academic rigor.
• Academic Commission: The commission is responsible for overseeing the program's academic quality, ensuring that it meets the highest standards of excellence.
• Admission Information:
  • Admission Requirements: Candidates must meet specific requirements, including academic background and language proficiency.
  • Profile of Admission and Graduation: The program seeks candidates with a strong academic record and a clear research focus.
  • Pre-enrollment and Enrollment: A step-by-step process for applying to the program, including deadlines and necessary documentation.
  • Calendar of Pre-enrollment: Important dates for the pre-enrollment period.
  • Tuition Fees: Information on the program's tuition fees and payment options.
  • Academic Regulations: A detailed outline of the program's academic policies and procedures.
  • Academic Calendar: A calendar of important academic dates, including semester start and end dates.

Faculty and Research

• Professorship: The program boasts a distinguished faculty with expertise in various fields of humanities.
• Research Lines and Professorship: The faculty's research focus areas, including but not limited to historical studies, cultural analysis, and philosophical inquiry.
• Doctoral Thesis:
  • Procedures: Guidelines for the preparation and defense of the doctoral thesis.
  • Defense of the Thesis Proposal: The process for defending the thesis proposal, including the composition of the evaluation committee.
  • Thesis Format: Requirements for the format and structure of the thesis.
  • Read Thesis: Access to previously defended theses for reference and research purposes.
  • Extraordinary Prize: Information on the prize awarded for outstanding doctoral research.
  • TDX: The university's digital thesis repository.

Formative Activities

• Doctoral Workshop: A series of workshops designed to enhance research skills and knowledge in specific areas of humanities.
• Colloquium: Regular seminars where doctoral students can present their research and receive feedback from peers and faculty.
• CÍCLIKS: A program of continuous training, offering courses and activities to support doctoral students' professional development.

Funding Opportunities

• UPF PhD Funding: Information on available funding options for doctoral students, including scholarships and research grants.
• Mobility: Opportunities for international mobility, including exchange programs and research stays abroad.

Labor Market Insertion

• Career Opportunities: The program's focus on preparing students for a variety of careers in academia, research, and professional sectors.

Quality

• Quality Assurance: The program's commitment to maintaining high academic standards, including regular evaluations and assessments.
• Data and Indicators: Access to data on the program's performance, including graduation rates, employment outcomes, and student satisfaction.

Services and Activities

• Library and TIC Services: Access to the university's library and IT services, including digital resources and technical support.
• Language Services: Opportunities for language training and support, including courses and language exchange programs.
• Student Participation: Encouragement of student participation in university life, including representation in academic and administrative bodies.
• Living in Barcelona: Information and support for international students, including advice on accommodation, visa requirements, and cultural adaptation.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions about the program, covering topics from admission to graduation.