Applications are open until 28 March for the new Doctoral Programme in Planetary Health at the University of Lisbon, a pioneer in Portugal, which starts in October 2025.
The Doctoral Programme in Planetary Health at the University of Lisbon addresses critical global challenges at the intersection of health, environmental, social, and political sciences, and at local, regional, and planetary levels — core to the concept of planetary health.
Through a holistic approach, the programme equips students to tackle complex issues that cross ecological and societal boundaries. Students are encouraged to develop, test, and refine solutions, applying them in laboratory or simulation environments through collaborative teamwork.
“Discussions about planetary health often lack action. By creating the Doctoral Programme in Planetary Health Studies, the 18 Schools of the University of Lisbon show a strong commitment to driving change and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration for sustainable impact.”
Cecília Rodrigues, Vice-Rector at the University of Lisbon and Programme Coordinator
This transformative, solution-oriented approach sets the programme apart, with a curriculum designed to integrate diverse knowledge streams in addressing planetary health challenges.
The programme involves the 18 Schools of the University of Lisbon and the faculty includes respected experts from various fields, committed to fostering an academic environment conducive to high quality and impactful research. Students engage in courses, seminars and internships, and select from six specializations — Climate Change and Health, Global Health, Health in Extreme Environment, Policies and Governance in Planetary Health, Tropical Health, and Urban Health,— to tailor their expertise.
“This programme is a step towards innovation and concrete action for a healthier planet. We invite you to join us in this effort.”
Cecília Rodrigues, Vice-Rector at the University of Lisbon and Programme Coordinator
The University of Lisbon’s new Doctoral Programme in Planetary Health aims to create leaders capable of generating actionable evidence and crafting sustainable public policies. Graduates will drive transformative change to confront the multifaceted health challenges facing the planet.
Applications open between March and June: from 3rd until 28th of March, the 1st phase of applications begins, the 2nd phase will open from 12th of May until 6th of June 2025.
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