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PhD studies and Europe: a highlight at the Toulouse Capitole University

on the May 13, 2026


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Arsenal (amphitheatre Maury)
Hybrid (held in person and online)

On 13 May 2026, the Toulouse Capitole University is organising European Doctoral Day, as part of a Europe-wide initiative to promote doctoral studies and the skills of young researchers. Focusing on internationalisation, interdisciplinarity and impact, this event highlights the role of the PhD in research and society, as well as the career opportunities it opens up, including those outside the academic world.

This event is in line with European recommendations aimed at improving the recognition of doctoral qualifications and strengthening links between research, society and the socio-economic sector.

The day is divided into two parts:
 
  • In the morning, PhD students from the three doctoral schools at the Toulouse Capitole University (Law and Political Science, Economics and Management) will present their theses in the ‘My Thesis in 180 Seconds’ format to an audience comprising sixth-form students, professionals and members of the Université Culture et Partage 3e Âge. Having prepared their presentations in advance, they will speak in either French or English. A panel comprising a student, a professional and a retired person will award prizes for the best presentations in each discipline, as well as a ‘People’s Choice’ award. This session aims to raise the profile of doctoral research and foster its uptake by civil society. A drinks reception will be held at the end of the morning to allow PhD students to meet and network.

  • The afternoon will be devoted to a conference, organised in a hybrid format and open to all PhD students within the European ENGAGE alliance, on the theme: ‘Making the most of the skills acquired during doctoral studies, particularly in non-academic careers’.

Through this event, Toulouse Capitole University is reaffirming its commitment to a doctoral programme that is open, recognised and fully integrated into the European academic landscape.

 

Programme

 
9.30 Welcoming doctoral students end setting up the slides
10.00 Reception of jury members and the public
10.15 Introduction of the morning and launch of MT180
10.30 Passage of MT180 (6 minutes per candidate = 48 minutes)
11.20 Jury deliberation and online vote for "audience favorite"
11.30 Prize Giving - Photos
12.00 Cocktail
14.00- 15.30 Online Conférence
 
 

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