The
University of Minho (UMinho) is a vibrant young Portuguese university.
Founded in 1973, its academic activity started in 1974. There are three
campi – Gualtar Campus, Azurém Campus and Couros Campus – located in
two charming historical cities –
Braga and
Guimarães.
In recent years, UMinho has confirmed its presence in international rankings that evaluate higher education institutions. The Shanghai Ranking (ARWU), the oldest and one of the most prestigious international rankings, has included UMinho among the best universities in the world for its performance in teaching and research. In the area of environmental sustainability of higher education institutions, since 2017 the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings has attributed UMinho the national leadership of its ranking, positioning it among the best universities worldwide. THE Impact, the Times Higher Education ranking, which evaluates the social, economic and environmental impact of universities, based on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), also classified UMinho in its Top 300 worldwide.
Learn more about our
Bachelor and Integrated Master, Master and PhD courses and please consult the specific information concerning conditions for
admission to each degree programme (access the desired option on the side menu).
On our website you can find
information concerning practical issues with great importance for any
student wishing to attend the UMinho, such as
accomodation,
food,
cost of living and
University infrastructure, among other information. Please explore our website and contact us by
email if you have questions, comments or concerns.
UMinho is a successful and
inclusive university, with the open doors to international students,
for those seeking a high-quality institution in higher education, deeply
embedded in top research, and with a warm interpersonal environment.