July 24, 2021 - In: Porto ,  Rooms,  erasmus

Why should you head to one of the most southern countries of Europe to study or develop scientific research? Porto is booming. Portugal has become what some are now calling the Silicon Valley of Europe. People come here all over the world to discover what this wonderful city has to offer.

Reasons to study in Portugal

International students who have spent time studying in Portugal agree that locals’ attitude to foreigners is just as warm as the country’s weather. Almost all reviewers said they enjoyed the atmosphere in Portuguese cities and university campuses, and most were satisfied with the activities offered by universities, the nightlife and the parties. The beautiful beaches and easy lifestyle were also often mentioned as part of the positive experience.

Portugal is filled with culture and history, which most students really enjoyed exploring and experiencing. Students were also generally pleased with the low costs of studying in Portugal and the good quality of student accommodation. In addition, the friendly atmosphere encourages visitors to learn Portuguese by talking to native speakers.

Everything in Portugal is amazing: the pace of life, culture and habits of Portuguese people, cities and towns all over the country, beaches (especially in Algarve). Despite the fact that Porto is a European big city, one does not feel it. The city, surrounded by the river Douro, is the most amazing. The sun shines and reflects form white pavements, the ships are always visible on the horizon and people drink coffee on the streets... It's just one of a kind!” –says a student from Poland.

“Would like to recommend Porto to anyone who wants to experience a multicultural environment, who likes a lot of cultural diversity and events and who likes good food and their strangely beautiful language. And nevertheless, Porto as a city simply has soul!– student from Slovenia.

“I would recommend the city because it has an amazing ambiance - a lot of students, clubs, bars, castles, festivals, a stadium and many other places that are worth visiting. Everywhere are trees with oranges and lemons, etc. People are very friendly and helpful. – student from Poland.

Another big positive aspect of studying in Portugal is the practice-oriented teaching, which encourages personal development, and the versatile research opportunities available. Many students were impressed by the good connections of universities in Portugal to industries relevant to their study programs.

“Concerning university, I liked most of them a lot, because they were much more practical than the ones I had in Germany. I think I learned much more realistic and useful stuff. Moreover, apart from teaching, the majority of my professors work as professionals in different business areas. So, they were able to talk about their practical experiences, which seemed to me highly relevant and interesting.” – student from Germany.

“Ismai has everything a student could need: a library, a lot of computer classes with internet, wifi, a gym, a big parking space and, of course, cool teachers.” – student from Lithuania.

Why should you head to one of the most peripheral countries of Europe to study or develop scientific research? Why should we encourage cooperation with the best Portuguese university? The University of Porto can give you ten excellent reasons:

    • Quality   With over a century of history, the University of Porto is a modern university committed to providing a teaching of excellence in different fields of knowledge.

    • Appeal   The schools of the U.Porto are sought by the best Portuguese students, and by thousands of foreign students, too, who come to enrich their curricula.

    • Multiculturalism   Attended by the most diverse and cosmopolitan academic community in Portugal, the campus of the U.Porto offers all necessary facilities to guarantee the very best academic, social and cultural experience.

    • Employability   The U.Porto provides high rates of employability at home and abroad.

    • Leadership   The U.Porto creates leaders. Some of the most highly rated Portuguese entrepreneurs studied at the University of Porto and our alumni make us proud.

    • Prestige   The U.Porto is a benchmark institution for higher education and scientific research in Portugal and is one of the top 100 European universities, according to the major international ranking systems.

    • Knowledge   The U.Porto is a Research University, populated by hundreds of highly qualified researchers who are determined to respond to the needs of society.

    • Innovation   The U.Porto is deeply committed to promoting innovation and entrepreneurship, and fostering the skills and talents of its academic community. Bring your ideas and we turn them into successful projects!

    • Openness   The U.Porto is an institution open to society and to the world. It cooperates with companies and other institutions working in the Northern region of the country and with the best higher education institutions worldwide.

    • Hospitality   Living up to the spirit of the city and of the Portuguese people in general, the U.Porto offers the best welcome ever.

    • Discovery   Ensconced in one of Europe’s most beautiful cities, the U.Porto provides a unique higher education experience. Indeed, “being U.Porto” means combining learning and research with a wide range of other activities that make it an unforgettable experience.