Program Overview
The PhDnet in Literary and Cultural Studies is an international doctoral program that offers a jointly awarded degree from the Catholic University of Portugal and Justus Liebig University, Giessen. It emphasizes collaboration and international exchange through joint seminars, conferences, and staff mobility among its partner institutions. The program aims to provide graduates with advanced research skills in literary and cultural studies, preparing them for careers in academia or related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The PhDnet in Literary and Cultural Studies is an international program founded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), headquartered at Justus Liebig University (JLU) Giessen. The program is integrated into the Doctoral Degree Program in Cultural Studies at Universidade Católica Portuguesa. The objective is to provide a jointly awarded Doctoral Degree (Catholic University of Portugal and Justus Liebig University, Giessen) through a collaborative effort involving joint doctoral degree seminars, international conferences open to students at the partner institutions, and mobility between teaching staff at these institutions.
Teaching:
The teaching involves joint doctoral degree seminars and mobility between teaching staff at the five partner institutions. The program description highlights collaboration and international exchange as key components of the teaching approach. A testimonial from Elisa Antz, Head of Student, Career & Alumni Services, describes the Lisbon Consortium (of which this PhDnet is a part) as "academically challenging and culturally inspiring."
The Catholic University of Portugal (Universidade Católica Portuguesa - UCP) is a distinguished private university established in 1967 in Lisbon, Portugal. It holds the unique status of being the first modern Portuguese university not founded by the state but through a concordat between the Portuguese government and the Vatican, placing it under the tutelage of the Catholic Church.
Campuses and Structure:
UCP operates as a university system comprising four regional centers:
- Lisbon: Headquarters and home to several faculties and institutes.
- Porto: Hosts faculties such as Biotechnology and the School of Arts.
- Braga: Includes the Faculty of Philosophy and Social Sciences.
- Viseu: Features departments like Economics, Management, and Social Sciences.
Additionally, UCP has an affiliate institution, the University of Saint Joseph, located in Macau.
Academic Excellence:
UCP offers a wide array of programs across various disciplines, including:
- Business and Economics: Through the Católica Lisbon School of Business & Economics, which has achieved Triple Crown accreditation.
- Human Sciences: The School of Human Sciences offers esteemed programs like the Master of Arts in Communication Science.
- Law: Featuring advanced studies in areas such as International Business Law and Law in a Digital Economy.
Research and Innovation:
The university is home to 15 research units focusing on diverse fields, including biotechnology, health sciences, arts and technologies, and social sciences. These centers contribute significantly to scientific advancements and innovation.
International Recognition:
UCP has been recognized as the top Portuguese university according to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings from 2021 to 2023. It serves over 20,000 students, with a substantial number of international students, reflecting its global appeal and commitment to academic excellence.
