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Until 10 January 2025, applications are open for the Intensive Programa in Women’s, Gender and Intersectionality Studies. Application Period: 10 October to 10 January 2025 The growing global effort, within the framework of the UN 2030 Agenda, the Council of Europe and the Council of the European Union and through the EU Strategy for Gender Equality 2020-2025, has driven various initiatives and fostered interest in Gender Studies and Women’s Studies. This multidisciplinary and transversal course in women’s studies is an opportunity to gain skills and deepen knowledge of legal norms and institutions, from the point of view of different areas of knowledge that directly or indirectly refer to women and women’s rights, with a view to offering some legal support for a reading of reality and research in areas of legal and non-legal knowledge. The course takes place over ten sessions with different lecturers who hold doctorates in their respective fields. The second part of the last session is reserved for an informal discussion between the lecturers and students with the aim of debating some issues and methodological scope about the Essay they will have to develop.

On 29 October, the Universidade Portucalense community is invited to take part in a blood donation campaign, organised by RES-UPT  together with the Portuguese Blood and Transplantation Institute. Blood is vital for hospital treatments and procedures and plays a crucial role in maternal and neonatal care. A simple gesture can save lives! The blood collection will take place between 2pm and 7pm, in rooms 205 and 206.

Until May 31, 2025, applications are open for the  Executive Short Master in Talent Management and Retention in Hospitality . Application Phases: 1st Phase: 10 March to 31 May 2025 – Early Bird: 10% discount on tuition fees. 2nd stage: 1 June to 17  September 2025 The tourism and hospitality industry is highly competitive and dynamic, constantly requiring qualified leaders and managers to face challenges and drive organisational success. The Short Master’ Talent Management and Retention in Hospitality’ is designed to address the lack of specific training programmes for this sector, offering a unique opportunity for hotel managers, HR professionals, team managers and others interested in people management to acquire essential knowledge and skills. With a practical and targeted approach, the course addresses critical issues such as attracting and retaining talent, leadership, diversity and inclusion, happiness, and well-being at work, which are fundamental to creating high-performance teams and the sector’s success. Through dynamic teaching methodologies, such as real-life case studies and practical exercises, participants will be empowered to tackle industry-specific challenges, improve the performance of their teams, and drive operational excellence. The creation of this course meets the growing demand for qualified professionals in the tourism and hospitality sector, contributing to the development of leaders prepared to face the challenges and opportunities of today’s market.

With the main objective of supporting the training of specialized professionals and boosting knowledge and innovation, HPSC – High Performance Studies Center is awarding a scholarship (in the amount of the tuition fee) for the 1st edition of the Postgraduate Course in Clinical Fundamentals for Hospital Managers. Requirements to apply for the scholarship Academic qualifications – Degree level. Professional experience – The degree of suitability between the functions/activities already carried out, directly and/or indirectly related to the activities inherent to the Postgraduate Programme, will be taken into account.) Professional Training – Years of experience Scholarship Award: The scholarship will be awarded to the candidate who obtains the highest score, taking into account the three criteria defined.  How to apply: Candidates should send their CV and qualification certificate to the following email address: pg.fcgh@upt.pt The applications will be evaluated by the Postgraduate Coordinators and the results will be announced on October 17th.

On October 24 and 25. Universidade Portucalense is hosting the European Conference on e-Learning (ECEL).