Universidad de Zaragoza

What you'll study

The focus is on carrying out an original research project under academic tutelage and fulfilling the institution's evaluation of the formative process. The programme recognises different thesis modalities (including a thesis by compendium of publications) and supports international schemes such as cotutela arrangements with partner institutions (for example Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour, Université de Savoie Mont Blanc, Universidade da Beira Interior, Université Nationale de La Plata and others linked through alliances like UNITA).

Entry requirements

The public page lists the doctoral studies offer and related administrative aspects (duration, dedication modalities, extensions and withdrawals) but does not state specific admission criteria on this excerpt. Prospective candidates should consult the official doctoral admissions information from the university for detailed academic and documentation requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates obtain the doctoral degree after defending an original thesis and completing the programme's evaluation. Pathways commonly pursued by doctorate holders include research careers in universities and public research organisations, roles in industry linked to doctoral-level R&D (including industrial doctorates), and positions that require advanced research skills in public and private sectors.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The university compiles many funding opportunities for doctoral candidates. The page lists institutional and external sources that support doctoral training, predoctoral contracts and travel or conference attendance. Named examples include university predoctoral researcher contracts, national programmes such as FPU (Ministerio de Universidades), FPI (Ministerio de Ciencia e Innovación), Fundación La Caixa scholarships, CSIC programmes, Fundación Ramón Areces, Fundación Rafael del Pino, Fundación ONCE-Investiga, DAAD, Fulbright and specific cotutela or bilateral scholarship calls (e.g. for cotutela with partner universities). The university also advertises calls via its channels (iEDUZ, social media and the website) and invites notification of omitted opportunities via comunicadocto@unizar.es.