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Universidade de Coimbra

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Overview

Universidade de Coimbra (University of Coimbra) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Coimbra, Portugal. Established in 1290, Universidade de Coimbra (UC) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior. UC provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 736-year-old Portuguese higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 40-49%. This places it among an averagely selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. UC also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Universidade de Coimbra's Control Typepublic

Entity

Universidade de Coimbra's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidade de Coimbra' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Universidade de Coimbra's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) University of Coimbra
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UC
Founded 1290
Motto Insignia Universitatis Conimbrigensis
To put a mark upon the whole Coimbra
Colours Green, black and white
Mascot

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Location

Address Paço das Escolas
Coimbra
3004-531 Coimbra
Portugal
Universidade de Coimbra's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Universidade de Coimbra Phone Number (239) 859 810
Universidade de Coimbra Fax Number (239) 825 841
Other locations

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Website

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University of Coimbra's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidade de Coimbra is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2015


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidade de Coimbra's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Agência de Avaliação e Acreditação do Ensino Superior (A3ES)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Universidade de Coimbra as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Universidade de Coimbra Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Universidade de Coimbra is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universidade de Coimbra's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidade de Coimbra: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Universidade de Coimbra Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Universidade de Coimbra Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidade de Coimbra categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Universidade de Coimbra.



Universidade de Coimbra: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Universidade de Coimbra Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Universidade de Coimbra website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Universidade de Coimbra Admission Info


Universidade de Coimbra's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Universidade de Coimbra is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Universidade de Coimbra's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Universidade de Coimbra has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidade de Coimbra's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Universidade de Coimbra's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
University of Coimbra has more than 4000 international students.


Universidade de Coimbra's Admission Office Admission Office

Academic Services of UC, Colégio de Santa Rita, Rua da Ilha
Coimbra 3004-531
(239) 247 196
(239) 859 900

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Universidade de Coimbra's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Universidade de Coimbra Size and Profile


Universidade de Coimbra's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidade de Coimbra has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Universidade de Coimbra's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Universidade de Coimbra's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Universidade de Coimbra's Control Type Control Type

Universidade de Coimbra is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Universidade de Coimbra's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidade de Coimbra is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Universidade de Coimbra's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Universidade de Coimbra's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Universidade de Coimbra's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Universidade de Coimbra adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Universidade de Coimbra's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidade de Coimbra is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Universidade de Coimbra Facilities


Universidade de Coimbra's Library University Library

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Universidade de Coimbra's Housing University Housing

Yes


Universidade de Coimbra's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Universidade de Coimbra's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Universidade de Coimbra Services


Universidade de Coimbra's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Universidade de Coimbra's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Universidade de Coimbra's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Universidade de Coimbra's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Universidade de Coimbra's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Universidade de Coimbra Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Universidade de Coimbra consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Faculty of Arts and Humanities
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Sciences and Technology
  • Faculty of Pharmacy
  • Faculty of Economics
  • Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences
  • Faculty of Sport Sciences and Physical Education
  • College of Arts
  • Institute for Interdisciplinary Research
  • Institute of Nuclear Sciences Applied to Health

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Memberships and Affiliations

Universidade de Coimbra Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidade de Coimbra's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Coimbra Group
  • Utrecht Network
  • Association for Innovation and Biomedical Research on Light and Image (AIBILI)
  • Association for the Development of Industrial Aerodynamics (ADAI)


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Social Media

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universidade de Coimbra public or private?

Universidade de Coimbra is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Universidade de Coimbra profit or non-profit?

Universidade de Coimbra is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Universidade de Coimbra in terms of enrollment?

Universidade de Coimbra has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Universidade de Coimbra in terms of academic staff?

Universidade de Coimbra's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is Universidade de Coimbra a coeducational institution?

Universidade de Coimbra is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Universidade de Coimbra use?

Universidade de Coimbra adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Universidade de Coimbra affiliated with?

None.

Does Universidade de Coimbra admit international students?

Yes. University of Coimbra has more than 4000 international students.

What is Universidade de Coimbra's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Universidade de Coimbra's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Universidade de Coimbra UC?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Universidade de Coimbra UC located?

Universidade de Coimbra is located in Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal. Address: Paço das Escolas.

Is Universidade de Coimbra UC accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Universidade de Coimbra is accredited by Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior (since 2015).

Does Universidade de Coimbra offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Universidade de Coimbra offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Universidade de Coimbra have a university library?

Yes

Does Universidade de Coimbra provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Universidade de Coimbra have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Universidade de Coimbra offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Universidade de Coimbra offer career services?

Yes

Does Universidade de Coimbra offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Universidade de Coimbra have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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