Program Overview

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Introduction to the Doctoral Programme

The Doctoral Programme in Nautical and Marine Engineering and Naval Radio-Electronics aims to train top-level researchers in the field, providing them with the knowledge and skills needed to independently carry out research and innovation activities. The programme is designed to enable the advancement and transfer of knowledge in nautical and marine engineering and naval radio-electronics.

Objectives

The objectives of the programme are:

1. To train and guide doctoral students in research work, ensuring they acquire the technical and intellectual skills and theoretical competencies needed to present a doctoral thesis.
2. To ensure students are aware of the latest research procedures and results in nautical and marine engineering and naval radio-electronics.
3. To introduce doctoral students into the research groups and academic networks where research activity related to their research area is conducted.

Other Universities Involved

The Doctoral Programme is inter-university in nature, facilitating the mobility of doctoral candidates and fostering interaction among research groups from participating universities:

• Coordinating university: University of Cantabria (UC)
• Participating universities:
  • University of La Laguna (ULL)
  • University of Oviedo (UNIOVI)
  • University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU)
  • Universitat Politčcnica de Catalunya (UPC)

General Information

Access Profile

Applicants who hold one of the following degrees are given priority for admission:

• Master's degree in Nautical Engineering and Marine Management
• Master's degree in Nautical Engineering and Maritime Transport
• Master's degree in Nautical Engineering and Maritime Transport Management
• Master's degree in Marine Engineering
• Master's degree in Marine Engineering and Maintenance
• Master's degree in Naval Radio-Electronics
• Master's degree in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering

Output Profile

Doctoral candidates who complete the programme will have acquired the following competencies: a) A systematic understanding of the field of study and mastery of research skills and methods. b) Ability to conceive, design, or create, and put into practice and adopt a substantial process of research or creation. c) Ability to contribute to pushing back the frontiers of knowledge through original research. d) Capacity for critical analysis and ability to assess and summarize new and complex ideas. e) Ability to communicate with the academic and scientific community and with society in general. f) Ability to foster scientific, technological, social, artistic, and cultural progress.

Number of Places

3 places are available for the programme.

Duration and Dedication Regime

• The maximum period of study for full-time doctoral studies is four years.
• The academic committee may authorize a doctoral candidate to pursue doctoral studies on a part-time basis, with a maximum period of study of seven years.

Fees

Information about fees is not provided.

Grants

Information about grants is not provided.

Organization

The programme is coordinated by Martinez de Osés, Xavier, with an academic commission that includes:

• Boren Altes, Clara
• Castells Sanabra, Marcel·la
• Martinez de Osés, Xavier

Agreements with Other Institutions

There are agreements with other institutions, but details are not provided.

Access, Admission, and Registration

Access Requirements

Applicants must hold a Spanish bachelor's degree or equivalent and a Spanish master's degree or equivalent, with a minimum of 300 ECTS credits.

Admission Criteria and Merits Assessment

Admission criteria include:

• Academic record (up to 3.5 points for the bachelor's degree and up to 3 points for the master's degree)
• Grants/scholarships, prizes, and other merits (up to 0.5 points)
• Certified level in other languages (1 point for level B2)
• Letter of interest or application (up to 2 points)

Training Complements

Students admitted to the programme are not required to complete any bridging courses.

Monitoring and Evaluation of the Doctoral Student

Formation Activities

The programme offers cross-disciplinary training activities.

Procedure for Assignment of Tutor and Thesis Director

The academic committee assigns a thesis supervisor to each doctoral candidate, taking into account the thesis supervision commitment.

Permanence

The maximum period of study is four years for full-time students and seven years for part-time students.

Learning Resources

The programme offers access to the facilities of the Barcelona School of Nautical Studies, including its library and databases.

Doctoral Theses

Information about doctoral theses, including lists of authorized, lodged, and defended theses, as well as related publications and research projects, is available.

Teaching Staff and Research Groups

Research Groups

• CREMIT-Center for Engines and Heat Installations
• TRANSMAR-Research group on maritime transport and logistics

Teachers

A list of doctoral programme teachers is provided, including:

• Berdugo Parada, Irene
• Castells Sanabra, Marcel·la
• de Melo Rodriguez, German
• Di Capua, Daniel
• Garcia Espinosa, Julio
• Gironella i Cobos, Xavi
• Grifoll Colls, Manuel
• Isalgue Buxeda, Antonio
• Martin Mallofre, Agustin
• Martinez de Osés, Xavier
• Martinez Garcia, Javier
• Mujal Colilles, Anna
• Rodrigo de Larrucea, Jaime
• Trubat Casal, Pau

Research Projects

A list of research projects is provided, including:

• Emissiones en áreas portuarias: optimización de maniobras de remolcadores
• CyberSEA - Increasing Cyber Security at SEA through digital training
• Online Programme for Training on International Management of ISM
• Avaluació preliminar de la contaminació fluvial del riu Paraguai i identificació de propostes per a la gestió de residus

Quality

The Validation, Monitoring, Modification, and Accreditation Framework (VSMA Framework) for official degrees ensures the quality of the programme.

Validation

• Verification Memory (Doctoral Programme) - 2014
• Agreement of the Council of Ministers (BOE)

Registry of Universities, Centers, and Degrees (RUCT)

The programme is registered in the RUCT.

Indicators

No specific indicators are provided.