Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT)
Programa Portugal-Berkeley
December 2027
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Programa Portugal-Berkeley funds doctoral researchers from Portuguese institutions to undertake a research stay at UC Berkeley. The call is open to PhD students affiliated with Portuguese universities seeking international research experience. Expressions of interest open in 2026, with a deadline of December 2027.
Details
| Funder | Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT) |
| Consortium | Required — collaboration between a Portuguese institution and UC Berkeley |
| Eligible countries | PT |
Eligibility & scope
Cooperation programme between Portuguese research institutions and the University of California, Berkeley. Applicants must be based at institutions in the Portuguese national science and technology system.
Who Should Apply
- •Doctoral researchers enrolled at Portuguese universities
- •PhD students seeking a research stay abroad at UC Berkeley
- •Early-career researchers building international networks
Key Dates
- •Expression of interest deadline: December 2027
- •Programme supports doctoral-stage research placements
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Frame your research question in terms of what UC Berkeley's specific facilities or expertise uniquely enable, generic statements on internationalisation score poorly.
- ✓Include a named UC Berkeley supervisor commitment letter; unsolicited placements are rarely competitive in this programme.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to Programa Portugal-Berkeley?
PhD students enrolled at Portuguese institutions are eligible to apply for a research stay at UC Berkeley.
What is the deadline for Programa Portugal-Berkeley?
The expression of interest deadline is December 2027.
Where can I do my research placement through Programa Portugal-Berkeley?
The programme places doctoral researchers at UC Berkeley for a defined research stay.
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