Doctorate in Inclusive and Sustainable Development
- Online, Spain
- Córdoba, Spain
PhD
DURATION
7 years
LANGUAGES
Spanish
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2027
TUITION FEES
EUR 3,174 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus, Distance Learning
Key Summary
About: The Doctorate in Inclusive and Sustainable Development trains researchers for careers in development. It delivers multidisciplinary study in human development, international cooperation and sustainability, based on more than 30 years' institutional experience. The programme combines face-to-face and virtual delivery, personalized tutor guidance, research teams, international mobility; it includes courses, seminars, workshops and research stays, co-supervision or industrial doctorate, and campus facilities at Universidad Loyola's Seville Campus with LEED Platinum certification. Loyola's Jesuit network (UNIJES, IAJU) supports collaboration.
Career Outcomes: Graduates move into policy analysis, academic research, NGO or international organization roles, sustainability consulting, R+D+i project leadership and programme management.
Multidisciplinary research for the study of sustainable development
The objective of the Doctoral Program in Inclusive and Sustainable Development is to train researchers to develop a research career in the field of development. It is expected that the doctoral student will be able to face, in a scientific way, the analysis, planning and resolution of specific problems in the areas of development in countries and territories.
This program offers a unique opportunity to complement the thematic specialization of a doctoral thesis with a broad, well-founded and unique perspective on how to understand Human Development.
The program is based on an institutional experience of more than 30 years working in the field of development and international cooperation. Through an open, flexible and multidisciplinary training, students from different academic disciplines can develop their theses within the framework of the research lines of the program.
Why develop your research career with us?
- Research teams of recognized prestige
- Face-to-face-virtual training, compatible with other activities
- International mobility and collaboration agreements
- Guidance and personalized academic support through a tutor
Projects, collaborating institutions and mobility programs
Universidad Loyola , through its doctoral programs, develops specific agreements with universities and research centers of interest based on the specific needs expressed by teachers, tutors and directors. Depending on the specific topics developed by the people who are doing their doctorate, the academic committee will be in charge of guiding the students towards a research stay, scholarship or precise and personalized activity for the profile of the people who are doing their thesis in this program. .
Why study at Loyola Doctorates?
Research career from the beginning of the program
Possibility of establishing a collaboration with the research groups of Universidad Loyola from the beginning of the development of the doctoral thesis, as well as with companies and organizations with R+D+i departments. You will enjoy research stays, scholarships or precise and personalized activities for each profile of the people who carry out their thesis.
Complementary activities
All doctoral programs at Universidad Loyola include courses, seminars, conferences, workshops, and research days that will contribute to the development of necessary academic skills.
Learn with the best
You will have the teaching and research experience of professionals with high-impact publications, R+D+i projects and direction of Doctoral Theses. Likewise, Loyola Doctorates has a list of collaborators of recognized academic prestige in each field.
Multiple possibilities to present your thesis
At Loyola Doctorates you can present your thesis with an international mention, with the co-supervision of other institutions or universities, or you have the possibility of doing an industrial doctorate.
Unique facilities
The Seville Campus is the only integrated campus in the world recognized with the Leed Platinum environmental certification, thanks to its strong commitment to the comprehensive sustainability of the entire complex. You will have free Wi-Fi connection throughout the premises, study rooms, a modern library, terraces to rest and disconnect, cafeteria, garden areas for walking, sports facilities.
Jesuit identity
Our Jesuit identity integrates us into a network of more than 230 university centers around the world with an unequivocal track record and prestige, and endorses our social character. Universidad Loyola is integrated into UNIJES and the International Association of Jesuit Universities (IAJU).
Lines of investigation
- Research focus on poverty, inclusion, territory and cooperation
- Research focus on governance, human rights and fundamental rights for building inclusive and sustainable societies
- Research focus on company capabilities, economic growth and development
Projects, collaborating institutions and mobility programs
Universidad Loyola through its doctoral programs, develops specific agreements with universities and research centers of interest based on the specific needs expressed by faculty, supervisors, and directors. Depending on the specific topics being explored by doctoral students, the academic committee will guide them toward a research stay, grant, or other activity tailored to their individual profiles.
DDIS - Research Career From the Beginning of the Program
Opportunity to establish a collaboration with research groups at Universidad Loyola from the beginning of your doctoral thesis development, as well as with companies and organizations with R&D departments. You will benefit from research stays, grants, or specific and personalized activities tailored to each individual's thesis profile.
Complementary Activities
All doctoral programs at Universidad Loyola include courses, seminars, conferences, workshops, and research days that will contribute to the development of necessary academic skills.
Learn from the best
You will benefit from the teaching and research experience of professionals with high-impact publications, R&D projects, and doctoral thesis supervision. Furthermore, Loyola Doctoral Programs boasts a network of collaborators with recognized academic prestige in each field.
Multiple Possibilities for Presenting Your Thesis
At Loyola Doctorates you can present your thesis with international mention, with the joint supervision of other institutions or universities, or you have the possibility of doing an industrial doctorate.
Unique Facilities
The Seville Campus is the only integrated campus in the world recognized with LEED Platinum environmental certification, thanks to its strong commitment to the comprehensive sustainability of the entire complex. You'll have access to free Wi-Fi throughout the campus, study rooms, a modern library, terraces for relaxing and unwinding, a cafeteria, landscaped areas for strolling, and sports facilities.
Jesuit Identity
Our Jesuit identity integrates us into a network of over 230 universities worldwide with a distinguished track record and prestige, and underpins our social commitment. Universidad Loyola is a member of UNIJES and the International Association of Jesuit Universities (IAJU).