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PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Universidade de Lisboa

Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal•QS 2027 #237 =

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Offered by Universidade de Lisboa in Lisbon, Portugal, PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences is a doctorate in Pharmacy programme. The programme runs for 4 years. It carries 240.0 credits (ECTS).

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Pharmacy
Duration: 4 years
Credits: 240.0 (ECTS)

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Last checked October 2026 · Source: ff.ulisboa.pt ·

Program details

Overview

The doctorate in pharmaceutical sciences aims to turn research and innovation into direct benefits for society in medicines and their interaction with health, including health promotion and disease prevention. It focuses on translational research toward therapeutic targets and drug design, plus preclinical development and drug safety assessment, in an interdisciplinary cycle with institutional and international cooperation. The first year is a PhD course with two seminar blocks, each combining advanced training courses and laboratory rotations, plus research methodology seminars. From the third semester students focus on the thesis. The programme is 240 ECTS over four years and eight semesters, in daytime regime.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

About Universidade de Lisboa

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1911
Students: 49,769
QS rank: #237 =
Programs: 399
Location: Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences award?

Universidade de Lisboa awards a Doctorate in the field of Pharmacy on completion of this programme.

How long does PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

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