Portugal is a land that is "warm by nature." An independent kingdom since 1143, Portugal established its continental frontiers in 1297 and is among the oldest nations in Europe. Situated on the extreme southwest corner of Europe, a region of woods, shadows and whispering waters. Portugal is the Member of European Union. The Portugal is the non-English-speaking country to offer courses taught in English. There are now 500 study programmes and courses conducted entirely in English, so students have a wide choice. Higher education in Portugal is divided into two subsystems: university education and non-university higher education (polytechnic education), and it is provided in autonomous public universities, private universities, polytechnic institutions and private higher education institutions of other types. The natural advantages of a sunny country with diverse geographic features have turned Portugal into a chosen destination for many holiday makers. It is an ideal place for water sports and golf, offering modern tourism facilities, as well as historic and personalized accommodations. For centuries, Portugal has maintained this greatest treasure: a reputation for hospitality that makes the country a haven of congeniality and safety.

 

The Portugal is the non-English-speaking country to offer courses taught in English. There are now 500 study programmes and courses conducted entirely in English, so students have a wide choice. Higher education in Portugal is divided into two subsystems: university education and non-university higher education (polytechnic education), and it is provided in autonomous public universities, private universities, polytechnic institutions and private higher education institutions of other types.

 

Simple Guide: Universities and Colleges

 

Universidade da Madeira

Universidade do Porto

 Universidade de Coimbra

 Universidade Nova de Lisboa

 Universidade de Aveiro

 Universidade de Lisboa

 Instituto Superior de Ciencias do Trabalho e da Empresa

 Universidade Tecnica de Lisboa

 Universidade do Minho

 Instituto Politécnico do Porto

 Universidade Catolica Portuguesa

 Universidade de Évora

 Universidade de Tras-os-Montes e Alto Douro

 Instituto Politécnico de Setúbal

Universidade do Algarve

Universidade da Beira Interior

 Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Universidade dos Açores

Universidade Portucalense Infante D. Henrique

Instituto Politécnico de Lisboa

Instituto Politécnico de Viseu

Instituto Politécnico de Leiria

 Universidade Lusíada de Lisboa

Instituto Politécnico de Beja

 Instituto Politécnico de Tomar

Instituto Politécnico de Bragança

 Instituto Superior de Psicologia Aplicada

Instituto Politécnico de Castelo Branco

Instituto Politécnico de Santarém

Instituto Politécnico de Viana do Castelo

Universidade Lusófona de Humanidades e Technologias

Instituto Politécnico da Guarda

Instituto Politécnico do Cávado e do Ave

Instituto Superior de Línguas e Administração

Instituto Piaget

Instituto de Artes Visuais, Design e Marketing - IADE

Instituto Politécnico de Coimbra

Universidade Autónoma de Lisboa Luís de Camoes

Instituto Politécnico de Portalegre

Universidade Moderna de Lisboa

Escola Superior de Artes e Design

Universidade Atlântica

Universidade Internacional Lisboa

Instituto Superior de Gestão - ISG

Instituto Superior Politécnico Gaya

Escola Superior de Hotelaria e Turismo do Estoril

Instituto Superior de Entre Douro e Vouga

Instituto Superior de Saúde do Alto Ave

Instituto Superior de Ciencias Empresariais e de Turismo

Escola Superior de Enfermagem de Coimbra

Escola Nautica Infante D. Henrique

Escola Superior de Enfermagem de Francisco Gentil

Instituto Superior de Tecnologias Avançadas

Instituto Superior Dom Afonso III

Instituto Superior Bissaya Barreto

Instituto Superior de Paços de Brandão

Instituto Superior Novas Profissões

Instituto Superior de Informática e Gestão

Escola Superior de Enfermagem de Calouste Gulbenkian de Lisboa

Escola Superior de Educação de Torres Novas

Instituto Superior de Ciências Educativas

Escola Superior de Enfermagem de Artur Ravara

Escola Superior de Enfermagem de São João

Instituto Superior de Línguas e Administração de Leiria

Instituto Superior de Assistentes e Intérpretes

List advised in Wikipedia     http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_universities_in_Portugal

 

 

Courses Offered

There are almost 400 international study programmes and courses taught entirely in English. For the international programmes and courses it is absolutely essential that you can speak, read and write English well. All type of courses are available in Portugal like Agriculture, forestry and fishery, Arts and Humanities, Business administration and management, Communication, Education and Teacher, Training, Engineering, Environmental Science, Fine and applied arts, Law, Mathematics and computer science, Medical and health sciences, Natural sciences, Service, tourism and leisure, Social and behavioural sciences, Transport and logistics, Urban planning and architecture.

 

Average Fees & Living Expenses

Experience shows that to live in the Czech Republic for one year costs a foreign student between €400 and € 650 a month. This is needed to cover daily expenses and to pay the registration.

 

Admission Requirements

For undergraduate studies
1. Senior Secondary School Leaving Certificate
2. One year of successfully completed university education
3. Proof of English, e.g. TOEFL or IELTS

For graduate studies
1. Senior Secondary School Leaving Certificate
2. Bachelor's degree 4 year diploma
3. Proof of English, e.g. TOEFL or IELTS

 

APPLYING FOR A STUDY VISA

The key elements for success in applying for a study visa for Portugal are:

  • Make sure all documentation required is in order and complete.

  • Final offer letter from College (this will be issued once fees have been paid in compliance with Portugal Government visa regulations).

  • Evidence that student can support him/herself fully without relying on state services, e.g. copy of current bank statement showing at least € 10,000 and a 'letter of good standing' from the sponsors bank.

  • Valid passport.

  • 4 passport photographs

  • Visa application fee

  • Some countries have special visa requirements for English language i.e. India, Sindh Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Working while studying

Foreign students in the Portugal are allowed to take a part-time job.

 


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