24 monthsProgramme duration
Nov, DecStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PhD
Study Mode
On Campus
The Doctoral Program in Social Communication specializes in promoting knowledge in areas of the social sciences specifically shaped by the evolution of communication technologies. It aims to:
The training task is carried out through participation in European and national projects such as those of the National R&D Plan, those of competitive regional calls and internal projects of the University itself.
- To prepare future researchers to integrate them into the Community of Researchers on Trends in Social Communication (CITEC), which brings together the work of groups specializing in the program's priority lines: vulnerable publics; communication, public sphere and citizenship; specialized communication, innovation and technologies.
- To train them to become part of the international network of researchers specializing in the study of social changes produced by the incessant technological renewal in the digital society.
- Promote cybersecurity and delve deeper into the study of the cultural changes caused by the accelerated progression of digital media and communication networks.
The training task is carried out through participation in European and national projects such as those of the National R&D Plan, those of competitive regional calls and internal projects of the University itself.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PhD
Study Mode
On Campus
The Doctoral Program in Social Communication specializes in promoting knowledge in areas of the social sciences specifically shaped by the evolution of communication technologies. It aims to:
The training task is carried out through participation in European and national projects such as those of the National R&D Plan, those of competitive regional calls and internal projects of the University itself.
- To prepare future researchers to integrate them into the Community of Researchers on Trends in Social Communication (CITEC), which brings together the work of groups specializing in the program's priority lines: vulnerable publics; communication, public sphere and citizenship; specialized communication, innovation and technologies.
- To train them to become part of the international network of researchers specializing in the study of social changes produced by the incessant technological renewal in the digital society.
- Promote cybersecurity and delve deeper into the study of the cultural changes caused by the accelerated progression of digital media and communication networks.
The training task is carried out through participation in European and national projects such as those of the National R&D Plan, those of competitive regional calls and internal projects of the University itself.
Admission Requirements
Students must have a solid background in natural, technological, and health sciences, particularly in areas closely related to their research focus. A good level of English, especially reading, speaking, and writing skills, will also be valued. Candidates may be interviewed to assess their English proficiency and recommend areas for improvement. Furthermore, they must be able to synthesize knowledge from a specific discipline, critically evaluate data and draw conclusions, and creatively apply analytical and critical thinking to generate new ideas within the program's research area.
2 Years
Nov
Dec
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
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