Europe is set to celebrate its first European Doctoral Day on May 13, 2026. Launched this year as an annual event, the day aims at highlighting the pivotal role of PhD holders and doctoral education in driving scientific excellence, innovation, and societal progress, both within and beyond the academic sphere.
This initiative bolsters Europe’s appeal to early-career researchers by encouraging students to pursue PhDs and boosting employer recognition of the degree’s value. It further aims to showcase the diverse career paths and significant societal contributions of doctoral graduates.
In alignment with this initiative, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, through its Doctoral School, is hosting a special event focused on the value of a PhD, its international scope, and the diverse career opportunities found within research and knowledge transfer.
Why attend?
The European Doctoral Day 2026 aims at:
- Highlighting the vital role of PhDs and doctoral training in driving scientific excellence, innovation, and social progress, both within and beyond the Academy.
- Helping make Europe more attractive to early-career researchers.
- Inspiring European and international students to consider doctoral training.
- Increasing employers’ awareness and recognition of the value of doctoral qualifications
- Highlighting the diversity of career paths and social contributions of those who have completed a doctorate.
When?
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 10:30H to 14:00H.
Where?
Salón de Grados, Puerta de Toledo Campus – Universidad Carlos III de Madrid.
Program and registration
The UC3M European Doctoral Day 2026 program is available here, as well as the registration process.
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