At NOVA Math, we are committed to training and fostering the growth of talented individuals dedicated to scientific research. Our goal is to provide an immersive and intellectually stimulating environment that promotes advanced research, critical thinking, and collaboration.

Whether your interests lie in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, or interdisciplinary studies, a PhD degree in Mathematics provides ample opportunities for exploration and collaboration.

By enrolling in a PhD at NOVA Math you will have the opportunity to work closely with our team members, who are accomplished researchers and experts in their respective areas of specialization. Their guidance and mentorship will allow you to master advanced topics, develop your own research interests, and contribute to the progress of knowledge.

Mathematics thrives in a community of like-minded scholars. Our PhD program offers a collaborative and supportive environment, where you will engage in regular discussions, seminars, courses, and workshops with fellow students and faculty members.

If you want to complete your PhD at NOVA Math, see possible research areas on the Research Groups or Thematic Lines’ webpages, contact one of our members directly, or drop us a line here.

See also here for general information on studying in Portugal.

Funding

NOVA Math has PhD scholarships (see open calls), for the PhD Program in Mathematics at NOVA FCT. General information on how to apply can be found here. Please contact us for more information, before submiting your application.

There are also PhD scholarships funded by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT), for which NOVA Math can be the host institution.

More funding opportunities can be found here.