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Universidade de Coimbra

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Overview

Founded in 1290, the 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 (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior, Portugal (Ministry of Science, Technology and Higher Education of Portugal), Universidade de Coimbra (UC) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational Portuguese higher education institution. Universidade de Coimbra (UC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 735-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 range is 40-49% making this Portuguese higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University 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

University Identity

Name
Name (English) University of Coimbra
Name (Non Latin)
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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University Location

Address Paço das Escolas
Coimbra
3004-531 Coimbra
Portugal
Universidade de Coimbra's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universidade de Coimbra Phone Number (239) 859 810
Universidade de Coimbra Fax Number (239) 825 841
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

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.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly 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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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Universidade de Coimbra's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Universidade de Coimbra's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 40-49% 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 Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

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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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Universidade de Coimbra's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


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

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Universidade de Coimbra's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Universidade de Coimbra's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Universidade de Coimbra's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Universidade de Coimbra's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution 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.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Universidade de Coimbra's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidade de Coimbra's Library


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


University 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


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Universidade de Coimbra's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

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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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


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)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Universidade de Coimbra 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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