Doctoral program’s purpose and objectives:

Since 2007, the Department of Civil Engineering and Geomatics has been able to pursue doctoral studies in areas that fall within the research interests and / or fields of the Department: Civil Engineering & Geomatics/Geo-Informatics.

Doctoral Studies aim at producing high-level original scientific research on one hand and on creating scientists capable of contributing to the advancement of science, education and applications.

The aim of the PhD Program is to prepare PhD candidates who will have the capacity for independent research and independent promotion of science in the areas of knowledge covered by the Department. This goal is fulfilled on the one hand by attending advanced courses and seminars that will add depth and the required breadth to the scientific background of the candidates. On the other hand, a doctoral dissertation thesis is required which should be an original contribution to science and be accompanied by publications in international scientific journals or peer-reviewed conferences. Graduates of the doctoral program are intended to staff the research, business and academic potential of Cyprus and abroad.

The PhD program is both for the Department and for the Cyprus University of Technology as a whole, a source of academic prestige and international recognition and contributes to the upgrading of research production, with a focus on the publication of scientific research in the field. At the same time, with the creation of a dynamic research community at the Cyprus University of Technology, the Department's Doctoral Program aims to raise the level of scientific research in Cyprus and enhance public debate on cutting-edge issues related to civil engineering and geomatics with arguments and scientific breakthrough analysis.

Learning outcomes:

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of bibliography and methodology in the field of engineering sciences
• Have skills in relevant research methods and techniques relevant to their own field of research
• Evaluate, analyze and interpret new research findings in the field of study
• Have an understanding of research methods related to engineering science
• Be able to design and implement innovative research in the field of engineering science
• Have problem-solving abilities and demonstration of ethical reflection in performing research
• Be able to take the lead in preparing a grant / funding application
• Design and deliver a scientific presentation and be able to effectively coordinate scientific discussions
• Be able to communicate research findings in scientific journals with reviewers and other sites appropriate to their field of study

Student admission requirements:

Intake takes place 3 times a year.

In order to apply, applicants must have an email address and should attach the following:

• Photocopy of an ID card or passport
• Photocopies of Master's and Bachelor's Degree or certificates confirming that the degree will be obtained prior to the commencement of the doctoral program from recognized institutions.
• Certificate of proficiency in Greek and English.
• Detailed report on the courses passed during the Bachelor's and Master's studies.
• Curriculum vitae.
• A short report (500 words) on the reasons for selecting the program, the research objectives and the interests of the candidate.
• A short report (1,000 words) in which the candidate presents the object he / she wishes to conduct the doctoral research.

Structure of the Doctoral Program Study: