Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Archaeology (Rock Art) – Lisbon

About the Scholarship

The Universidade Autónoma de Lisboa (UAL) invites applications for a fully funded PhD Doctoral Scholarship under the project BI_2026_1_CGEO.UAL_UID/00073/2025, hosted by the Geosciences Centre (CGeo). This scholarship supports doctoral research within the PhD in Heritage, Technology and Territory, jointly offered by UAL and the Polytechnic Institute of Tomar. The research focuses on rock art archaeology, with particular attention to the origins and diffusion of schematic art in the Mediterranean and Iberian Peninsula. Combining archaeology, digital humanities and artificial intelligence, the project promotes interdisciplinary research, innovation in heritage documentation, and advanced methodological training. It is designed for early-career researchers seeking rigorous academic development and international research exposure within a recognised Portuguese research unit.

Details

Scholarship Name: BI_2026_1_CGEO.UAL_UID/00073/2025 Doctoral Research Scholarship
Institution/Provider: Universidade Autónoma de Lisboa/Autonomous University of Lisbon
Administering Organisation: CEU – Cooperativa de Ensino Universitário, CRL
Location: Lisbon & Mação, Portugal
Level of Study: PhD
Field of Study: History, Archaeology (Rock Art)
Mode of Study: Full-time
Duration: 12 months, renewable up to 48 months
Start Date (Expected): February 2026
Application Mode: Email submission
Scholarship Type: Fully funded research scholarship

Supported Fields of Study

Archaeology
Rock Art Studies
Heritage Studies
History
Digital Humanities
Archaeological Science
Geosciences

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Master’s degree in humanities, geosciences or related fields
Nationality/Residency: Open to eligible candidates under FCT regulations
Language Proficiency: Excellent English; Portuguese required
Enrollment Status: Enrolled or eligible to enrol in the PhD programme
Other Conditions: Must not hold a doctoral degree or have received an FCT-funded PhD scholarship

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in rock art archaeology, peer-reviewed publications, multidisciplinary research experience, ability to work independently and in teams

Not Eligible

Candidates holding a PhD or previously funded by FCT for doctoral studies

Financial Coverage / Funding Benefits

Tuition Fees: Covered
Monthly Stipend: €1,309.64
Health & Social Security: Voluntary Social Security reimbursable
Research Support: Access to laboratories, fieldwork and analytical facilities