Furthering knowledge in the scientific field of Education, namely in several specialties, in order to develop scientific knowledge and/or its uses in work and/or research contexts.
Developing the abilities to apply knowledge and to solve problems in new and unfamiliar situations, in broad and multidisciplinary contexts, related to the field of Education.
Developing skills to integrate knowledge, deal with complex issues and find solutions in situations where information is limited or incomplete, including reflecting about the ethical and social implications and responsibilities resulting from these solutions or affecting them;
Developing skills to communicate conclusions, knowledge and their rationale appropriately, both to experts and to non-experts;
Developing skills that allow for lifelong learning, in an essentially autonomous way.