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Pedagogical Innovation Award values creativity and impact on teaching

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On 10 September, during the Institutional Welcome Session, Universidade Portucalense awarded the 1st edition of the Pedagogical Innovation Award. The award was presented by the Rector, Fernando Ramos. First place went to the project “Innovation in Tourist Destinations – Interdisciplinary Project of the Tourism Degree,” by lecturers Marília Durão, Joana Quintela, and Medéia Veríssimo, from the Department of Tourism, Heritage, and Culture. The initiative challenged students to develop innovative and sustainable proposals for tourist destinations, working with local organisations and using Project-Based Learning methodologies and lean frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban. Second place was awarded to the pedagogical practice “Escape Room: Unravelling the Enigmatic Paths of Data Analysis”, presented by Pedro Rodrigues, from the Department of Psychology and Education, who applied game-based learning methodologies to make the teaching of statistics more engaging through immersive challenges that require logical reasoning, problem-solving, and team co-operation. Two honourable mentions were also awarded –  Bruno Cunha, from the Department of Science and Technology, with “Smart Tests for Smarter Learning”, and Joaquim Flores, Isabel C. Neves, and Luís P. Pacheco, from the Department of Architecture and Multimedia Gallaecia, with “From Analogue to Digital (Architecture + PBL)” –  in recognition of the potential of the applications submitted. The Pedagogical Innovation Award is organised by the Pedagogical Innovation Office as part of the +Sucesso@UPortucalense project and aims to highlight innovative teaching practices that have an impact on academic success and the quality of learning.

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Erasmus Welcome Week involves 102 students

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From 3 to 5 September, Universidade Portucalense held the UPT Erasmus Welcome Week, a welcoming programme for students of 18 nationalities. In this first semester of the 2025-2026 academic year, Universidade Portucalense is hosting 102 students from European universities from 17 countries – Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Croatia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Türkiye, and Slovakia. This group was also joined by two international exchange students from Brazil. The programme began with a welcome session led by the Vice-Rector for Teaching, Elizabeth Real, followed by a guided tour of the University and the International Aperitif. Over the next few days, various educational, cultural, and leisure activities took place, facilitating the students’ integration into the university and the city of Porto. Among the highlights were the 6 Bridges Cruise on the River Douro, a surf lesson, and an integration dinner. Organised by the International Relations Office, UPT Erasmus Welcome Week reaffirms Universidade Portucalense’s commitment to internationalisation, cultural diversity, and welcoming a global, inclusive, and dynamic academic community.

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Banking Law and Securities Law

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The Postgraduate programme in Banking and Securities Law has been designed to meet the demands of a constantly changing sector, providing specialised, practical, and up-to-date training in the legal and financial areas that underpin the banking system and capital markets. With a strong practical component, the programme combines academic rigour with professional applicability, allowing participants to develop an in-depth understanding of the legal, economic, and regulatory dynamics that shape the financial sector. A highly qualified teaching staff of experts with recognised experience both in academia and in the business and regulatory context guarantees an integrated, realistic, and practice-oriented vision. The programme starts on 14 November.

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Cultural Itinerary Management

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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.

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Technology, Geopolitics, and International Security 

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In an international context marked by digital transformation and rapid technological evolution, understanding the impact of these changes has become essential for defining effective and sustainable strategies. With that goal, the Intensive Programme in Technology, Geopolitics, and International Security was designed, to provide participants with a critical and integrated view of the role of technology in international relations, exploring its geopolitical implications, the security challenges, and the new global power dynamics arising from technological innovation. Throughout the programme, participants will have access to strategic analysis tools and methodologies that promote the ability to assess complex situations, anticipate trends, and effectively respond to emerging global challenges. The programme starts on 23 October. Applications are open.    

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Summer School success to inspire new activities 

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Between 7 and 9 July, Universidade Portucalense held the first edition of the “Summer School +Sucesso: Excellence Programme for Excellence”, part of the +Sucesso@UPortucalense project. This was an intensive learning experience for the 28 freshers selected for their high academic performance. For three days, the students took part in workshops in the areas of communication, creativity, emotional intelligence, and leadership. The programme also included group dynamics, mentoring sessions with guest lecturers and mentors, and activities designed to stimulate personal growth, reflection, and collaborative work. Elizabeth Real, Vice-Rector for Education, points out that: “The ‘Summer School +Sucesso: Excellence Programme for Excellence’ was a particularly meaningful initiative within the framework of the +Successo@Universidade Portucalense Project, as it recognised the academic merit of the first-year students with the best academic grades.”   She stresses that this programme “has not only enabled the development of personal, interpersonal, and academic skills, but also reinforced the sense of belonging to the academic community, through the interaction with colleagues, lecturers, and alumni.” She believes that “the active involvement of the students, combined with the quality of the topics and the trainers, contributed to an enriching experience, with a real impact on the academic career, professional aspirations, and future prospects of the participants.” In view of the strong response and the high level of satisfaction shown by the participants, she said there is a possibility of “new, similar actions within the scope of the project, as well as other complementary initiatives aimed at promoting the academic success of our students.” “Summer School +Sucesso: Excellence Programme for Excellence” is part of the +Sucesso@UPortucalense Project, funded by the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR).  

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Welcoming new students

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Universidade Portucalense will welcome first-year students of its first cycle study programmes on 8 and 10 September, with a set of activities specially designed to promote their confident, active, and participatory integration into academic life. On 8 September, at 9.30 a.m., the Aula Magna hosts the Welcome Session. Between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., the Academic Departments will be presented in rooms organised by subject area, providing a first contact with lecturers, colleagues, and the structure of the programmes. The day will end with a social event, starting at 1 p.m., next to the Espelho d’Água, with the motto “Meeting Point: Start Here!” On 10 September, activities resume at 2 p.m. with the distribution of freshers’ kits, also at the Espelho d’Água. At 2.30 p.m., the Family Photo 2025 will be taken, bringing together all the new students and lecturers. The afternoon continues with the dynamic “Freshers’ Mission: Challenge yourself and Connect!” between 3 p.m. and 5.30 p.m., on campus. The programme will end with the Institutional Welcome Session at 5.30 p.m. in the Aula Magna, which will officially mark the opening of the new academic year and the start of the new students’ academic journey.

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1st Cycle Study Programme: 2nd round of applications

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The second round of applications (2025-2026) for the 15 1st cycle study programmes at Universidade Portucalense runs until 4 August. Architecture and Urbanism, Multimedia and Arts, Law, Legal Services, International Relations, Economics, Management, Health Management and Administration, Marketing, Industrial Engineering and Management, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Psychology, Education, Tourism, and Hospitality Management are part of the study programmes offered. With a qualified teaching staff, Universidade Portucalense stands out in higher education for the quality and innovation of the study programmes offered as well as for its research capacity. The large and modern campus of Universidade Portucalense is within the Asprela University Campus, in Porto, and has both metro and bus stops right outside its grounds. Application information can be found here. See Study Programmes Offered.

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Doctoral Programmes Applications and Scholarships

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Applications for doctoral programmes at Universidade Portucalense are open until 12 September. Applications must be made on the portals of the respective courses: Doctoral programme in Business Sciences Doctoral programme in Legal Sciences Doctoral Programme in Clinical Psychology and Counselling  In the 2025-2026 academic year, Universidade Portucalense will award scholarships to candidates for the Doctoral Programme in Clinical Psychology and Counselling and the Doctoral programme in Legal Sciences. These tuition fee waiver scholarships will be awarded to the candidates with the best absolute merit in the following criteria: Academic qualifications; Scientific production; Work experience; Motivation letter.    

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