EURECA-PRO
PhD Journey 2026
Join us this November for an exciting opportunity with EURECA-PRO in our upcoming PhD Journey! Experience a week of mobility at EURECA-PRO partner universities, along with an enriching online training programme.
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Selected applicants will have the unique opportunity to enhance their skills and broaden their research networks through collaboration with researchers from Technical University of Crete (TUC) Greece, and Université de Lorraine (UL), France. The on-site programme will take place simultaneously at TUC and UL, bringing together PhD students from different partner universities for a dynamic and research-oriented week of activities. Don’t miss this chance to enrich your academic journey and connect with peers from around the world!
During the PhD Journey you will:
- Develop a deeper understanding of responsible consumption and production alongside European cultural studies.
- Hone your skills and gain experience in presenting within an academic environment.
- Acquire topic-specific research skills and experience, networking opportunities and access to labs, data, software, samples, and more.
- Enhance your intercultural communication skills while fostering valuable networking opportunities.
Application period:
1 June–10 July 2026
ECTS:
5*
Language of Instruction:
English
Hosting Universities:
Technical University of Crete
Université de Lorraine
*5 ECTS will be awarded upon successful completion of both the online and offline components. The ECTS accreditation process is the responsibility of your home institution.
Key dates:
Application period: 1 June – 10 July 2026
Applicant notification: 11 September 2026
Online programme: starts on the 5 October 2026
On-site programme: 23 – 27 November 2026
Explore the different themes:
Timeline and programme
Online component: 5 October to 20 November 2026
- PhD Journey Ice-Breaker Session
Zoom | 06.10.2026 - Poster Creating & Presenting Skills Workshop (I & II)
Zoom | 13.10.2026
Zoom | 15.10.2026 - Responsible Consumption Session
Zoom | 20.10.2026 - Circular Economy and Natural Resource Management for Responsible Material Session
Zoom | 03.11.2026 - 2nd SMI Online Forum: “Value Driver Lifecycle Assessment?”
Zoom | 10.11.2026 - Before your Trip Q&A Session
Zoom | 18.11.2026 - Language Crash Course
LMS | 05.10.2026 – 18.11.2026
On-site component: 23 to 27 November 2026
- Lecture(s) and workshop(s) on RCP
- Crash course in local language and culture
- Subject-specific research interaction organised by the host university including:
- Laboratory visits
- Field trips
- Meetings with potential, external supervisors
- Research group meetings
- Accessing local research resources
- Research skills training
On-site programme @ TUC
On-site programme @ UL
Application
Applications will be reviewed by selection committees from both your home and host universities. Successful applicants will be contacted by the host universities. PhD students who have not previously participated in the EURECA-PRO PhD Journey will be given priority.
Please note that the topic you choose will be the primary focus of your application. Your input will assist the selection committee in their decision-making process and ensure that your chosen PhD Journey aligns with your current research needs.
Note that as a doctoral student at the Technical University of Crete and / or Université de Lorraine, you cannot apply for the Journey at your own institution. All participants must be doctoral students officially enrolled at EURECA-PRO partner institutions.
Requirements for participation
Please review this checklist before applying for the PhD Journey:
- I am enrolled as a doctoral student at one of the partner institutions of EURECA-PRO.
- My doctoral research has a link with sustainability or responsible consumption and production.
- I can confidently present my research in English and interact proficiently in English with other researchers.
- I have the approval of my supervisor(s) to participate in the EURECA-PRO PhD Journey.
Procedure
To apply for the EURECA-PRO PhD Journey 2026, please complete the application form!
As noted, you will need an approval from your supervisor(s) to participate in the PhD Journey: download the approval template.
Funding
Participation in the PhD Journey (online & on-site programme) is free for EURECA-PRO PhD students – there are no registration fees. However, travel and accommodation costs are not included.
For questions about funding for travel and accommodation, please contact your local university’s International Office.
This event is part of a Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) mobility, offering a unique opportunity for PhD students to engage in international collaboration and interdisciplinary research.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Technical University of Crete, Université de Lorraine, and EURECA-PRO!
Contact us!
- TUC - eureca-pro@tuc.gr
- UL - eurecapro-formation@univ-lorraine.fr
Impressions from the previous editions
