Research Opportunities
Evaluation of strategies to promote academic success in higher education
Work description
1. Contextualisation of the educational landscape in the European Union and Portugal. Characterise the context of higher education, focusing on dropout rates and academic success in the European Union and Portugal.
2. Literature review. Review existing literature on factors influencing dropout and academic success, and on the use of quantitative methods for data analysis in higher education (statistical methods, machine learning models, optimisation models, econometric models or forecasting methods).
3. Identification of knowledge gaps. Define the research problem that the dissertation will address and potential contributions to existing scientific literature.
Academic Qualifications
Bachelor Degree in Industrial Engineering and Management.
Minimum profile required
Average mark of 18 in the Bachelor Degree in Industrial Engineering and Management.
Preference factors
Attendance of Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering and Management. Good knowledge of the English language. The letter of motivation must be written in English to allow the assessment of the candidate’s English proficiency and motivation.
Maintenance stipend: € 1040.98, according to the table of monthly maintenance stipend for FCT grants , paid via bank transfer. Grant holders may be awarded potential supplements, according to a quarterly evaluation process (Articles 19, 21 and 22 of the Regulations for Grants of INESC TEC and Annex II), up to a maximum limit of 50% of the monthly maintenance stipend.
INESC TEC supports costs with registration, enrolment or tuition fees, during the grant duration, under the terms established in the internal document: "Payment of Tuition fees to grant holders".
The grant holder will benefit from health insurance, supported by INESC TEC.
Application Period
Since 12 Jun 2025 to 26 Jun 2025
Centre
Industrial Engineering and Management
Scientific Advisor
Ana Camanho
What we offer
- Multicultural and collaborative environment
- A multicultural, international and collaborative environment that makes it easier to exchange ideas, work in networks and create synergies.
- International projects
- The possibility of working in international projects with some of the most important companies in the field.
- Mentoring
- Mentoring with the best researchers in the fields of electrical and industrial engineering, bioengineering, information technology and physics.
- Self Improvement
- The possibility of participating in international conferences, workshops, seminars and vocational training.
- Other Benefits and Perks
- Flexible working time, health insurance, discounts in hotels, transportation, etc.
- Informal Events
- Annual informal events, such as the multicultural party.
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