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University of Porto is the number one choice for International students

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University of Porto is the number one choice for International students in Portugal, with a cohort of approximately 31,000, of which around 13% are international students from countries from all around the globe.

The university has expanded its collaboration and co-projects with overseas universities, namely Brazil and several PALOP countries.

The number of international enrolled students for this first phase is 549 for the 414 vacancies made available by 11 of the 14 faculties of the University of Porto.

The University of Porto (UP) was founded on 22 March 1911. It is one of the top 150 Universities in Europe, according to the main international rankings. 

UP comprises 14 faculties, 15 schools, including a business school, and 51 scientific research institutions. It offers around 600 programmes, from degrees to professional training courses or even mobility periods.

The University implements a "hands on" approach on education methodology. Consequently, graduate employment rates in the job market are high.

The university's facilities include state of the art technology, modern laboratory equipment and contemporary libraries alongside recreational areas and nine residences. It also organises welcome programme activities for students.

International students are provided free social and medical services.