UC welcomes students from all over the world and offers a variety of bachelor, master and doctorate programs. Check out the admissions requirements on our page.
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About UC
University of Coimbra (UC) — public non-profit university. It is located in Coimbra, Portugal. UC is one of the oldest institutions in the country. UC is working together with European University Association (EUA), Coimbra Group, Utrecht Network.
The institution is among the top-360 in the world, according to QS International University Ranking. The educational institution is in the top-400 of Times Higher Education World University Ranking.
UC does research in different fields of study and invites students to bachelor, master and doctorate programs.
Location
Coimbra, Portugal
Establishment year
1290
Students
23,280
International students
3,678
Female students
57%
Acceptance rate
50%
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At UC, the academic calendar is divided into two semesters. However, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at UC for local citizens starts from 787 USD per year. For international students, the cost of study differs — from 3,107 USD. The educational institution helps with tuition fees through financial support programs. They are available to local and international students. The cost of education and the availability of scholarships can be checked on the official website.
Also, be prepared for additional expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
In order to enroll at UC for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6.5. TOEFL — 92 or higher.
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
92
TOEFL PBT
580
Doctorate degree at UC
If you are applying for a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — IELTS. For the IELTS exam, the result must be at least 6.5.
IELTS
6.5
UC campus
The campus of UC is located in Coimbra. This is a fairly large city that opens up many opportunities for students: from cafes, restaurants and other entertainment to internships at large companies. But an urban campus can also be a disadvantage, because big city life distracts some students from their studies. Students have access to the extensive scientific library of the university. The collection of scientific papers helps them in conducting research. Student life at UC is filled with intercultural activities, as not only local students study here, but also students from abroad. The exchange of knowledge and experience, networking and new acquaintances — all this is an integral part of studenthood.
After graduation, you can stay in Portugal for another year. You can do this by extending your student visa or applying for a job search visa. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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