Before beginning your application, please review the evaluation criteria and the information required to complete this form. We strongly recommend that you prepare your answers and the necessary documents in advance, as the information entered into the form will not be saved if the application is not submitted.
You can find all the questions on the form and the required documents in the following document:
Candidates will be evaluated according to the following criteria:
Individual (40%)
Evaluates the candidate’s academic and scientific excellence, skills, intrinsic motivation, and ethical principles, as well as the degree of alignment between the candidate’s profile, research interests, and the program’s objectives.
Research Project (40%)
Evaluates the quality, relevance, feasibility, and expected impact of the proposed research, particularly its contribution to Integral Human Development, Christian values, and Portuguese society.
Collective Dimension (20%)
This evaluates how the candidate contributes to building a diverse, interdisciplinary, and collaborative cohort. Particular emphasis is placed on the complementarity of academic backgrounds, areas of specialization, and perspectives, recognizing that advancing Integral Human Development requires dialogue and collaboration across different disciplines.
For any questions, requests, or assistance with your application, please contact:
Cláudia Catanho
Email: dhi.cados@ucp.pt
We appreciate your interest in contributing to the advancement of Integral Human Development and wish you the best of luck with your application.