PhD in Informatics Engineering

General Objectives of the Course

The PhD study cycle aims to provide advanced scientific training in the area of Informatics Engineering. The study cycle is open to both national and foreign students, aiming to prepare them for carrying out top-quality scientific research, autonomously, in the most diverse contexts, as well as contributing to their integration in international knowledge networks.

Admission Requirements

• MSc graduation with a background in Informatics Engineering or similar
• BSc graduation in Informatics Engineering or similar with an excellent scientific and academic curriculum

Professional Goals

• Industry and services (scientific research, technological development, and innovation)
• Higher education (teaching in Universities and Polytechnic Institutes)
• State Laboratories and Associated Laboratories (research and development)

Mode of Study

• Face-to-face and blended

Teaching / Evaluation Language(s)

• English and Portuguese

Examination Regulations, Assessment, and Grading

Students admitted to examination are those who are registered in the curricular units in the academic year in which the exams are carried out and, simultaneously, registered in those examinations, whenever this registration is necessary, in accordance with the Academic Regulation of the University of Coimbra (ARUC). The typology of assessment elements is defined in the PRUC. Assessment of each curricular unit may include one or more of the mentioned assessment elements. The mark obtained by each student in each curricular unit consists of a whole number between 0 and 20 points, and students who obtain the minimum final mark of 10 points are successfully assessed.

Learning Objectives and Intended Skills

At the end of the doctoral study cycle, students must:

• Understand and integrate the conceptual and methodological foundations of research on Informatics Engineering
• Formulate relevant research questions when faced with a research problem in the area of their Thesis, identify, develop, and use both theoretical and experimental abstractions and methodologies appropriate for approaching the raised issues, in order to obtain original solutions to the problem under study
• Be able to evaluate the merits and shortcomings of the solutions found, in various perspectives, both in absolute terms and in comparison with alternative solutions
• Be able to convey and discuss, orally and in writing, research results with both their peers and with non-experts, in an international context
• Be able to interact in a team in a research context, coordinating tasks, cooperating in pursuing goals, and integrating results

Course Coordinator(s)

• Luís Filipe dos Santos Coelho Paquete

ECTS Departmental Coordinator(s)

• Joel Perdiz Arrais

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of prior learning is carried out in accordance with the Academic Regulation of the University of Coimbra.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

Decree-Law no. 74/2006, 24th of March, in its current version

Graduation Requirements

Get approval in all courses in the curricular plan corresponding to 180 ECTS.

Study Programme

• Common core: PhD in Informatics Engineering
• Areas of expertise:
  • Architectures, Networks, and Cybersecurity
  • Human-Centered Computing
  • Information Systems
  • Intelligent Systems
  • Programming Methodologies and Software Engineering

Academic Year

• Change year

Course Type

• 3rd Cycle Studies

DGES Code

• 5141

Qualification Awarded

• PhD in Informatics Engineering

Duration

• 6 Semester(s)

ECTS Credits

• 180.0

Annual Fee

• 2750.0

Accreditations

• Agência de Avaliação e Acreditação do Ensino Superior
• Direcção Geral de Ensino Superior
• Nº Registo: R/A-Cr 121/2021

Calendar

• 1st Semester:
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• 2nd Semester:
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Universidade de Coimbra

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Overview:

Universidade de Coimbra is a public research university located in Coimbra, Portugal. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world, with a rich history dating back to 1290. The university is renowned for its academic excellence, particularly in the fields of law, medicine, and humanities.

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Student Life and Campus Experience:

The university offers a vibrant campus life with a wide range of cultural and sporting activities. Students can participate in the university's theater, music, and dance programs, as well as its sports teams. The university also has a number of student clubs and organizations.

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Key Reasons to Study There:

Historical Significance:

Universidade de Coimbra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering students a unique opportunity to study in a historic and culturally rich environment.

Academic Excellence:

The university is consistently ranked among the top universities in Portugal and internationally, offering high-quality academic programs.

International Reputation:

Universidade de Coimbra has a strong international reputation, attracting students and faculty from around the world.

Research Opportunities:

The university is a leading research institution, providing students with opportunities to participate in cutting-edge research projects.

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Academic Programs:

Universidade de Coimbra offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:

• Undergraduate Studies:

  • Licenciaturas (Bachelor's degrees)
  • Mestrados integrados (Integrated Master's degrees)

• Postgraduate Studies:

  • Mestrados (Master's degrees)
  • Doutoramentos (Doctoral degrees)

• Other Courses:

  • Ensino a distância (Distance learning)
  • Cursos preparatórios (Preparatory courses)
  • Aprender português (Portuguese language courses)

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Other:

The university has three campuses, 16 libraries, two museums, one theater, two stadiums, one botanic garden, 14 residences, and 18 canteens and cafeterias. It also has a strong commitment to sustainability, with initiatives such as solar panels and waste sorting programs.