This fellowship offers students who want to attend fully supported PhD programs in Europe a great option to advance both academically and professionally. The esteemed Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) PhD Studentships provide international researchers and graduates with the chance to pursue fully funded doctoral studies in Portugal. The program helps gifted people who want to work at prestigious universities and research centers to perform advanced research leading to a PhD.
Portugal’s national strategy to promote research, innovation, and advanced academic preparation includes the FCT PhD Studentships program. The chosen applicants will complete their doctoral studies in Portugal or, in certain situations, overseas at universities, research facilities, labs, and nonprofit research organizations.
Students and researchers who wish to undertake PhD research in any scientific subject while receiving financial assistance to help with living expenses, research activities, and tuition fees would find this opportunity excellent.
Host Country: Portugal
University: Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT)
Opportunity Type: PhD
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Candidates must be enrolled in or qualified to enroll in a PhD program at an accredited university or research facility.
- A doctorate (Ph.D.) degree is not required of candidates.
- Candidates shouldn’t have previously been awarded a PhD studentship financed by the FCT.
- Applicants must regularly and permanently reside in Portugal in order to be considered for research projects that are either entirely or partially undertaken overseas.
- Students from other countries may apply.
Benefits:
- a monthly stipend to help with living costs while pursuing a PhD.
- full or partial reimbursement for the host institution’s tuition.
- funding for research endeavors, including project-related expenses.
- financial support for attending academic activities and scientific conferences.
- The period of the studentship is covered by personal accident insurance.
- assistance with travel and relocation, if needed.
- chances for further professional and academic training.
Deadline: March 31, 2026
