Universidade de Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro
PhD in Emerging Technologies applied to Agroforestry Systems (TechAgro)Vila Real, Portugal
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
Portuguese
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2025
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The PhD in Emerging Technologies applied to Agroforestry Systems (TechAgro) focuses on innovative technologies within agroforestry, emphasizing research and development. This program trains students to address environmental challenges and promote sustainable practices through advanced methods and technologies.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue various roles, such as research scientists, agroforestry consultants, or policy advisors. They may also find opportunities in agricultural tech companies or governmental agencies focused on sustainable resource management.
Introduction
Goals
- To train doctors with multidisciplinary knowledge capable of responding to the current challenges of adequate use and development of emerging technologies in agroforestry systems.
- This course is based on a strong research component in areas within UTAD 's priority areas of intervention, and will work in close connection with a set of R&D projects.
- To contribute to the deepening of relations between Higher Education, Science and Innovation, in accordance with the objectives of the Science 2010 - Operational Program for Science and Innovation.
Schedule
- Weekly Schedule: Monday to Friday Tutorial
- Academic Calendar: September to June
Duration
2 semesters propaedeutics six semesters of research
ECTS
240