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University of Coimbra

Coimbra, PT · Ranking #381

The oldest university in Portugal and one of the oldest in the world, founded in 1290. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Renowned for law, humanities, and sciences with a rich academic tradition.

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University of Coimbra

About the university

The oldest university in Portugal and one of the oldest in the world, founded in 1290. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Renowned for law, humanities, and sciences with a rich academic tradition.

Key information

  • Location: Coimbra, PT
  • Ranking #381
  • QS #381
  • THE #401
  • National ranking #3
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Law
  • Medicine
  • Sciences
  • Humanities
  • Economics

Programs (28)

  • Architecture
  • Biology
  • Business Administration
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Dentistry
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Environmental Science
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Fine Arts
  • History
  • International Relations
  • Journalism and Communication
  • Law
  • Linguistics
  • Marketing
  • Mathematics
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacy
  • Philosophy
  • Physics
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

Student body

  • Total students: 25,000
  • International students: 22%

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €300 - €600 / per month

Career & internships

Employment rate: 86%

Admission requirements

Required tests

  • IELTS
  • TOEFL

Minimum GPA: 3

Tuition costs

  • €697 - €1,500 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 42.00%
  • Scholarships available: Merit-based scholarships, UNESCO heritage grants, Erasmus+ program
  • Additional costs: Books €250-400/year, student academic coat (optional) €200

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1290
  • Teaching languages: Portuguese, English
  • Study formats: offline, hybrid

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