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Universidade Portucalense is accepting applications for doctoral programmes for the 2026/2027 academic year, with the first phase running until 10 April.  Doctoral programme in Business Sciences Doctoral programme in Legal Sciences Doctoral Programme in Clinical Psychology and Counselling  The doctoral programmes are aimed at Master’s graduates and professionals who wish to deepen their research skills, scientific output, and specialised intervention, with direct application to organisational, legal, and clinical contexts.

Between 2 and 20 March, enrolment will be open for the Special Contest for Students Over 23 years exams, aimed at admission to the 16 Bachelor’s degree programmes at Universidade Portucalense. The Over 23s scheme is aimed at candidates who do not have the qualifications required for access to higher education and who will have reached the age of 23 by December 2025. It provides a structured route into higher education for adults who wish to enhance or reorient their academic career. Study Programmes Universidade Portucalense offers 16 bachelor’s degree programmes, distributed across strategic areas and with high employability: Architecture and Urbanism; Law; Legal Services; International Relations; Economics; Management; Health Management and Administration; Marketing; Computer Engineering; Industrial Engineering and Management; Information Systems for Management; Psychology; Social Education; Tourism; Hospitality Management; Multimedia and Arts. Study Programmes Studying in Porto Located on the Asprela university campus in Porto, Universidade Portucalense is situated in one of the most important academic areas in the country. This location ensures excellent transport links, with the Metro (underground/subway) and STCP buses right outside the door, facilitating daily mobility for students who balance their studies with their professional and personal lives. Infrastructure Universidade Portucalense offers modern and functional facilities geared towards academic success: equipped lecture halls and auditoriums, library, computer labs with 24-hour access, gardens, terraces, a cafeteria, and a canteen. Applications

Applications (1st phase) for Master’s degree programmes at Universidade Portucalense for the 2026–2027 academic year will be accepted between 2 February and 13 March. Located in Porto, one of Europe’s most dynamic, innovative, and attractive cities, Universidade Portucalense offers 14 master’s degree programmes in various scientific fields, designed for students and professionals seeking new knowledge, advanced specialisation, career progression, and direct contact with the job market. Practice-and market-oriented education The master’s programmes stand out for: Highly qualified teaching staff, with strong ties to research and professional practice; Up-to-date curricula, aligned with international standards; Close links with the corporate world to boost networking and career prospects; Research with international impact integrated into the study programmes. State-of-the-art facilities in the heart of Porto Universidade Portucalense’s campus features modern and functional facilities tailored to support teaching, research, and academic life: Classrooms equipped with learning support technology; Up-to-date library and specialised digital resources; Spaces for studying, socialising, and collaborative work; Strategic location, with easy access to transport, services, and businesses in Porto. Studying in Porto means benefiting from a dynamic academic, cultural, and business ecosystem, with real opportunities for personal and professional development. Further information on applications, master’s degree programmes, and admission requirements here.  

Enrolment is now open for the Short Master’s in Sustainable Urban Mobility, an advanced training programme designed to equip professionals with the tools to respond to the current challenges in urban planning. In a context of growing environmental pressure and the need to adapt to climate change, this course offers a practical and strategic approach to developing more resilient cities. Mobility is emerging as a key indicator for reducing emissions and improving urban quality of life, demanding new regulation and management methods. The programme highlights the importance of reducing dependence on cars and promoting more sustainable modes of transport, linked to land use policies that prevent urban sprawl and emphasise proximity between functions. It also integrates topics such as urban design oriented towards the human scale, community participation, and the creation of ecological corridors that reinforce public space connectivity. This Short Master’s aims to respond to this reality and prepare participants to develop integrated solutions that improve mobility, enhance universal accessibility, and promote more efficient urban management. Applications will be accepted until 05 June 2026 and are divided into two phases: phase 1 from 12 November to 10 January and phase 2 from 11 January to 28 February.

The Short Master in Cultural Itinerary Management – Portuguese Way to Santiago offers robust and integrated training combining theoretical and practical knowledge in the areas of culture, history, heritage, tourism, administration, and marketing. The aim is to train professionals to manage cultural projects strategically and sustainably, with a special focus on the Portuguese Way to Santiago. Throughout the programme, participants will develop a holistic view of cultural management, understanding its impact on the development of local communities and the enhancement of heritage. The programme prepares professionals to face the challenges and take advantage of emerging opportunities in the fields of cultural heritage and cultural tourism. The programme is due to start on 30 October.

We believe that we must work alongside professionals and companies throughout the professional cycle, establishing strong partnerships that help to meet the challenges arising from the daily transformations of the market, from an innovative, creative, and differentiating perspective, while having a sustainable impact on organisations For this reason, Portucalense Business School seeks to build advanced training programmes according to the needs of each time and each sector. We focus our work on six main areas of expertise: Law, Economics and Management, Science and Technology, Architecture and Urban Planning, Psychology and Education, and Tourism, Heritage, and Culture. This allows us to design interdisciplinary, innovative training programmes with a strong applied component. Our proximity to companies is the key that allows us to respond to professionals, by offering executive training programmes that respond to the latest market trends, and to companies, through customised programmes, built in partnership, that respond to the specific needs of each organisation. We believe in the innovative and inspiring power of knowledge! Portucalense Business School Inspiring Your Career See training offer.