The legal framework for EIDEMAR is structured through the UCA/CG10/2012 Internal Regulations of the International Doctoral School in Sea Studies of CEIMAR, published in the BOUCA No. 152 on December 21, 2012.

Internal regulations of EIDEMAR.

The framework for the new Doctoral studies programs is governed by the Royal Decree 99/2011 of January 28, which regulates official doctoral studies. Additionally, titles associated with the University of Cadiz are subject to the UCA/CG06/2012 Regulations, which govern the organization of doctoral studies at the University of Cadiz. Both of these frameworks have brought about significant changes to the previous structure of doctoral programs.

Royal Decree 99/2011 – Official Doctoral Studies.

UCA Regulations Governing Doctoral Studies.

Article 9 of Royal Decree 99/2011 allows for the establishment of Doctoral schools, which can be initiated by individual universities, university consortia, or various types of institutions (e.g., public bodies involved in R&D). This provision is also reflected in the school’s regulations and regional legislation. The primary purpose of these schools is to plan, coordinate, and manage Doctoral training opportunities.

Doctoral schools are responsible for ensuring that the training strategy of universities aligns with research strategies, and when necessary, with public research agencies and other institutions.

In compliance with the guidelines outlined in the royal decree, CEI·MAR established the International Doctoral School in Sea Studies (EIDEMAR). Its objectives are similar to those of any other Doctoral school and include:

• TRAINING: Training is conducted across all universities within the coalition, offering students the opportunity to engage in workshops, conferences, and various other activities.
• PREVENTING ISOLATION: We take measures to ensure that Doctoral students are well-connected with their peers, mitigating any potential feelings of isolation within their research group or under the guidance of their thesis supervisor.
• INTERDISCIPLINARITY: We foster connections between Doctoral students and diverse research groups to facilitate their involvement in interdisciplinary research initiatives.
• QUALITY: The consistently high standards upheld by all participants ensure the quality of Doctoral training, regardless of the specific field of study.
• FUNDING: We actively encourage students to seek funding opportunities, such as scholarships, mobility programs, and grants, among others.
• STRUCTURE: The centralized organizational framework of the school streamlines administrative and financial management, alumni tracking, training programs, and more.