Doctoral Programme in Engineering Technology (Leuven et al)

Doctoral training takes first and foremost place in the research group or laboratory via informal and formal meetings with the supervisor and peer researchers. This research-based training is complemented by more structured training activities organized by the departments, the research centres and the doctoral school. PhD researchers are expected to complete the PhD within 4 years.

The doctoral training consists of three components:

1. Development of essential research skills by carrying out an individual research project resulting in high-quality scientific output.

2. Thematic training comprising advanced courses, invited lectures, journal clubs and doctoral seminars focused on a specific scientific topic;

3. Training and development of personal skills that are relevant for the successful completion of the PhD and which prepare the PhD researcher for a wide range of career possibilities.

International

You work on your doctorate in an internationally oriented research environment and you regularly have the chance to meet other researchers at home and abroad. KU Leuven is a part of different international networks. At the doctoral level there are international doctoral programmes such as EMJD, ITN en EIT KIC.

It is possible to do your doctorate in a joint or dual degree with another university.

Assets

Doing your PhD at KU Leuven gives you the opportunity to conduct research in an internationally competitive environment under the supervision of professors that enjoy a strong international reputation. You will gain in-depth knowledge of fundamental or concrete subjects within your field of research with the intention to provide a personal contribution.