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We list funded PhD scholarship programmes at research institutes and universities, with structured data on country, field of study, stipend, and eligibility where available.

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PhD Scholarships in Portugal

Portugal is a common destination for funded doctoral research in agriculture, food systems, and environmental sciences. This directory lists 9 institute-level PhD scholarships in Portugal, including 9 with a published monthly stipend. Typical disclosed funding is around €1,250/month among programmes on this page. Use the filters below to narrow by research field, stipend band, or institution type.

9 programmes · typical stipend 1250 €/month

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ISA

PhD Scholarships at Instituto Superior de Agronomia

Plants & crops

Portugal

Agricultural Sciences, Food Sciences, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

1,300 €/month

The Instituto Superior de Agronomia (ISA), part of the University of Lisbon in Portugal, offers PhD scholarships focused on advancing research in agronomy and related fields. These opportunities are particularly accessible to international students, with programs designed…
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INIAV

PhD Scholarships at National Institute for Agricultural and Veterinary Research (INIAV)

Plants & crops

Portugal

Agricultural Sciences, Animal Sciences, Food Sciences, Plant Sciences

1,300 €/month

The National Institute for Agricultural and Veterinary Research (INIAV) in Portugal offers exciting opportunities for PhD scholarships, particularly appealing to international students interested in advancing agricultural and veterinary sciences. As a leading research institution, INIAV colla…
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UC

PhD Scholarships at University of Coimbra

Data & digital agriculture

Portugal

Biology, Earth Science, Forestry and Agroforestry, Plant Sciences

1,300 €/month

The University of Coimbra, one of Europe's oldest universities, offers a range of PhD scholarships designed to attract international talent. These opportunities are particularly accessible to foreign students through programs funded by the Portuguese Foundation for Science…
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U.Porto

PhD Scholarships at University of Porto

Animals & livestock

Portugal

Animal Sciences, Data Science, Earth Science, Food Sciences

1,300 €/month

The University of Porto offers a range of PhD scholarships designed to attract talented international students from around the world. These opportunities are particularly focused on fields related to agriculture, environmental sciences, and sustainable development, providing foreign…
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UTAD

PhD Scholarships at University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro

Plants & crops

Portugal

Agricultural Sciences, Animal Sciences, Food Sciences, Forestry and Agroforestry

1,250 €/month

The University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (UTAD) offers a range of PhD scholarships designed to attract talented international students to its programs in agriculture, environmental sciences, and related fields. Located in Vila Real, Portugal, UTAD emphasizes…
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IPB

Instituto Politécnico de Bragança (IPB) - PhD Scholarships for International Students

Plants & crops

Portugal

Agricultural Sciences, Biotechnology, Environmental Sciences, Food Sciences, Forestry and Agroforestry, Plant Breeding

1,200 €/month

Instituto Politécnico de Bragança (IPB) in Portugal offers PhD scholarships through its research units, particularly in agricultural and environmental sciences. The institution hosts the Mountain Research Centre (CIMO), a renowned unit focusing on sustainable agriculture, food quality,…
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UÉ

PhD Scholarships at University of Évora

Plants & crops

Portugal

Agricultural Sciences, Biology, Environmental Sciences, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences, Sustainable Development and Rural Innovation

1,200 €/month

The University of Évora, located in the historic city of Évora, Portugal, offers a range of PhD scholarships designed to attract talented international students. These scholarships support advanced research in fields aligned with the university's strengths, particularly…
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ULisboa

PhD Scholarships at University of Lisbon

Plants & crops

Portugal

Agricultural Sciences, Forestry and Agroforestry, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

1,200 €/month

The University of Lisbon offers a range of PhD scholarships designed to attract talented international students from around the world. With a strong emphasis on global accessibility, these scholarships support research in fields like agricultural sciences, forestry,…
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NOVA

PhD Scholarships in Agriculture at NOVA University Lisbon

Plants & crops

Portugal

Agricultural Sciences, Biotechnology, Food Sciences, Plant Sciences

1,200 €/month

NOVA University Lisbon, a leading institution in Portugal, offers PhD scholarships in agriculture through its various schools, emphasizing innovative research in sustainable farming, environmental impacts, and food systems. These scholarships are designed to attract international talent, prov…
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PhD funding landscape in Portugal

Explore 9 institute scholarships for doctoral candidates interested in Portugal.

Stipend snapshot

Median published stipend: €1,250/month among programmes with grant data.

Frequently asked questions

Are PhD scholarships in Portugal paid?

Many institute listings on this page include a monthly stipend or grant. 9 of 9 programmes publish funding amounts you can compare before applying.

Which research fields are covered for PhD funding in Portugal?

Programmes span agricultural sciences, plant and food research, biotechnology, environmental sciences, and related disciplines. Use the field filter to focus on your topic.

What is a typical PhD stipend in Portugal?

Among institute scholarships with disclosed funding on this page, the median monthly stipend is about €1,250. See our affordability pages to compare net pay with living costs.