This is a new system for access and entry to degree programmes in Portugal, aimed at students of non-Portuguese nationality and holders of International Student Status.
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Who can benefit from the International Student Status?
All students who do not have Portuguese nationality are eligible for International Student Status, with the exception of: a) Nationals of a member state of the European Union (these students can take advantage of the National Access Competition for students with foreign qualifications); b) Those who are not nationals of a Member State of the …
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What are the conditions for access and admission?
International student status holders who are: a) Holders of a qualification giving access to higher education, understood as any diploma or certificate issued by a competent authority attesting to the successful completion of an educational programme and entitling them to apply for and enter higher education in the country in which it was awarded; b) …
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How are access and admission conditions assessed?
The application process must include a document attesting to the required qualifications (with an indication of the subjects taken and their grades), a document attesting to knowledge of the language(s) in which the course you are applying for is taught and a document attesting to the fulfillment of any prerequisites (as described in question 3). …
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Is it possible to apply for more than one Bachelor's degree cycle?
Yes. The UPB’s application forms allow you to choose between 6 Bachelor’s degree courses, in order of preference.
What are the rules for selecting candidates?
Applications are ranked by the Ranking Committees taking into account the candidates’ academic qualifications and classifications, the competences associated with these qualifications (in particular in the areas of the entrance exams set for the course in question under the general access and entrance regime) and knowledge of the language or languages in which the course …
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Are students who enter under the International Student Statute eligible for school social welfare?
International students benefit from indirect social welfare, namely catering services in the UPB canteen and the use of the institution’s technical, sports and cultural facilities.