PhD in Public Health

Join a World-Class Research Community in Health and Population Wellbeing

The Doctoral Program in Public Health aims to provide an original and innovative scientific contribution to the field of Public Health. It is designed to equip students with training in the design, planning, and execution of scientific research in Public Health, as well as practical experience in the interpretation, discussion, and communication of results.

Considerer the areas of specialization the PhD has to offer:

• Epidemiology;
• Health Promotion;
• Health Policies and Management;
• Health Economics;
• Environmental and Occupational Health.

OUR STUDENTS PROFILE

This program is tailored for professionals with a Master's degree (or Bachelor's with relevant experience) in the health sector, as well as those already employed or aspiring to work in national or international healthcare services, local governments, academic institutions, research centers, NGOs, or other public health-focused organizations.

Why choose our PhD in Public Health?

1. Internationally Recognized Academic Leaders

Our distinguished faculty leads global research projects, publishes in top-tier journals, and influences health policies worldwide. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality supervision and career progression support, ensuring our students are well-prepared for leadership roles in academia, governments, and international organizations.

2. Top-Ranked Projects & Global Recognition

Engage with cutting-edge research that addresses the most pressing global health challenges, such as climate change, health system performance, and poverty's health impact. Our collaborations span Europe and beyond, including projects funded by the European Commission. Our recognition includes two WHO Collaborating Centers in
Healthcare Safety and Quality and in Health Management.

3. Comprehensive Training in Public Health Research

Our program offers a rigorous training curriculum in epidemiology, statistics, qualitative research, economic evaluation, and more. Students benefit from personalized supervision and the opportunity to integrate into ongoing research projects.

4. A Three-Year Program with Excellent Conditions

Spend one year in structured training and two years dedicated to thesis work. The program is delivered at Nova National School of Public Health, in Lisbon, offering a unique and supportive environment, with easy access to both academia and industry.

5. International Learning Environment
The program is conducted entirely in English and follows a blended learning format, combining face-to-face seminars with online learning, ensuring flexibility and high academic standards.

Why Lisbon

Study in the vibrant, historical city of Lisbon, known for its rich academic environment, strategic location, and exceptional quality of life. With its blend of culture, innovation, and Mediterranean charm, Lisbon offers an inspiring backdrop for your research and professional development.

COORDINATOR'S MESSAGE

"Coordinating the PhD course at NOVA NSPH is quite easy. You don’t need to motivate the students, because people who apply to a PhD are naturally motivated and enthusiastic; you don’t need to explain how to work, because people who apply to a PhD are usually experienced in hard working and studying; you don’t need to make lots of suggestions, because people who apply to a PhD have generally their own ideas and proposals. In that sense, it is a pleasure to connect with these highly-motivated and interesting students. The main challenge is to make them understand that research will not change the world!

Doing a PhD is a mixture of inspiration (a little), selecting and applying sophisticate and robust methods (a lot), and trying to understand a tiny part of the reality. This may seem frustrating at some point, but it’s highly rewarding when you deeply understand a given phenomenon, become able to explain it and make evidence-based recommendations for action!"

Julian Perelman (PhD Coordinator)