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Study Abroad Programs in Porto, Portugal

The birthplace of Port wine, Porto is so much more than just a syrupy liquid dessert capital of the world. In this oceanfront city, the water provides a wellspring of industry, and you’ll see how the climate, local economy, and location benefit your learning as you study your chosen field in Porto, Portugal. Enjoying the amazing seafood and touring centuries-old wineries will be just two of the many ways you can take study breaks from your educational experience here!
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International TEFL and TESOL

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Accredited TEFL/TESOL Courses Online & in Portugal from €53

Take advantage of our Super Sale! Choose from a selection of accredited online TEFL courses, with prices starting from €53. Our 60-hour, 120-hour, 180-hour, and level 5 online TEFL and TESOL courses will prepare you for teaching abroad in a classroom setup and teaching online from the comfort of your own home. Every module has text, videos, quizzes, and your own personal tutor to help you through the course and give you positive feedback. Throughout the course, you will get the opportunity to submit lesson plans to experienced TESOL teachers, gaining valuable feedback from experts who have been teaching abroad for years! Need help finding an English teaching job in any of the above fields? We have contacts all over the world, so we can help set you on your way to the destination of your choice. You can get your 120-hour TEFL certificate online through ITT, at your own pace, in the comfort of your own home. Start your accredited TEFL/TESOL certification online now – your first step to being an English teacher. Where will you go from there? You decide!

European Innovation Academy

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International Startup & Innovation Bootcamp Portugal 2025

The European Innovation Academy (EIA) is an immersive 3-week startup program in Porto, Portugal, where you’ll collaborate with students from diverse universities to develop a product in a startup environment. You'll attend an online pre-week to prepare for the experience abroad. Whether you arrive with a business idea, you’ll join a team with an exciting concept or inspire others to support your vision. Work alongside students from top institutions like UC Berkeley, the University of Michigan, the University of Exeter, and the National University of Singapore. Benefit from the expertise of 75+ mentors representing global companies such as Google, TikTok, Amazon, and Microsoft. You’ll network with Silicon Valley professionals, gain hands-on entrepreneurial experience, and pitch your innovative project to investors, venture capitalists, and an audience of over 1,000. - From idea to business in 15 days with real-world entrepreneurial skills - Travel and learn simultaneously - Test your business idea in a risk-free environment - Face-to-face mentoring from a diverse array of industry leaders - Global network for a lifetime - Fast 3-step application Contact us for more details.

Universidade Católica Portuguesa - Porto Faculty of Law

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International Negotiation and Mediation Summer Program

Join the 4th edition of the International Negotiation and Mediation Summer Program, taking place from 14 to 19 July 2025 at the Porto Faculty of Law, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, in collaboration with ICFML (Instituto de Certificação e Formação de Mediadores Lusófonos). Offered in a flexible hybrid format — either on campus in Porto or online — this advanced program strengthens high-level negotiation and mediation skills in international settings. Participants will benefit from interactive workshops focused on commercial, family, and insolvency mediation, along with advanced negotiation techniques taught through real-world simulations. Led by renowned international experts, the program is ideal for law students, early-career professionals, and those working in business or international relations. It also grants 3 ECTS credits and valuable insight into cross-border dispute resolution practices. Click “Inquire Here” for more details and take the next step in your ADR journey.

A Guide to Studying Abroad in Porto

What you need to know to study abroad in Porto, Portugal

Portugal, a thriving nation that once ranged widely throughout the world, is still a nexus of European commerce and ideas — there’s no better place to diversify your learning than Porto, where the ships (and new concepts!) enter the country.

Popular subjects to study.  Health Sciences is one of the most chosen when studying in Porto, followed by Technology and Business, which come up high on the list for students interested in studying in universities in particular. At the same time, the local architecture and history are excellent topics to cover in your program specifically because of the local access to examples of important moments in European history as well as beautiful designs in the buildings that line the rua, or streets. Just taking a stroll can turn into a lesson by the banks of the Douro river.

Short term and summer programs vs. long term programs. Selecting a longer course of study in Porto, like a year long or semester long program,  gives you a chance to really dive into the language and culture of the place while also noticing how modern Portugal is experiencing technological, business, and scientific growth. Selecting a short-term program, on the other hand, can allow you to package an affordable part of your education into what might be a longer course of study in other cities and countries, or to fit it in between terms at your home institution.

Attending universities vs. other program type. While studying in Porto, you will find a variety of courses and degrees offered in a traditional university setting at University Fernando Pessoa, many of which are taught in English. At the same time, low-cost programs that operate through institutes of education around the city offer the chance to dive deep into studies.  These programs also allow the local culture to teach you in areas that are even outside some of the more traditional disciplines in college.

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November 16, 2025by: Paolo Alves - BrazilProgram: International Startup & Innovation Bootcamp Portugal 2025
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The European Innovation Academy program is a world class 3 week intensive program focusing on the most important steps of creating a business. From marketing to prototyping and financing, we received coaching from top tier industry experts in all areas and excellent accommodation and care from the staff in Porto, Portugal. The other locations are London and Rome which are other exciting locations very close by. There is a possibility to take more than one location within the summer and the bootcamp will count as university credits. I thank my university for giving me the chance to embark on such a life changing experience. Recommended.

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