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.
As recognition of its quality, the UMinho has risen, year after
year, among the top universities in the world in the Times Higher
Education 150 Under 50 (THE), i.e. a ranking of the top 150 universities
under 50 years old. The UMinho, is also a front runner in
the renowned CWTS Leiden Ranking that measures quality and impact of
scientific production 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).
UMinho may also provides a
Foundation Course for International Students,
designed for students who have completed upper/secondary education
abroad and wish to have preparation before enrolling on a Bachelors and
Integrated Masters course.
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.