About the university

A regional polytechnic institution in central Portugal offering applied higher education in health, education, agronomy, and arts. Known for a close-knit academic community and affordable quality education.

Key information

• Location: Castelo Branco, PT
• National ranking #20
• Institution type: public

Popular faculties

• Health
• Education
• Agronomy
• Arts
• Management

Programs (15)

• Biology
• Business Administration
• Chemistry
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Science
• Data Science
• Education
• Electrical Engineering
• Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Fine Arts
• Mathematics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Nursing
• Physics

Student body

• Total students: 5,000
• International students: 6%

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €180 - €380 / per month

Career & internships

Employment rate: 75%

Admission requirements

Required tests

• IELTS

Minimum GPA: 2

Tuition costs

• €697 - €1,100 / per year
• Acceptance rate: 75.00%
• Scholarships available: Government social grants, Erasmus+
• Additional costs: Books €100-200/year

Quick facts

• Founded: 1979
• Teaching languages: Portuguese
• Study formats: offline

Contact

• Website: https://www.ipcb.pt
• mailto:[email protected]
• +351 272 339 600