Erasmus+ in Portugal
Short-term mobility, lifelong impact
If you intend to come to Portugal for a short-term study or internship mobility period, the Erasmus+ Programme may be the ideal option for you. International students enrolled in a full degree in Portugal also have access to Erasmus+ mobility opportunities in other European countries
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Erasmus+ Opportunities
Portugal is an active participant in the Erasmus+ Programme, the European Union’s flagship initiative supporting education, training, youth and sport. The programme offers a wide range of opportunities for international students, whether you are coming to Portugal or are already studying here.
Short-term mobility to Portugal
This type of mobility requires an interinstitutional agreement between your home higher education institution and a Portuguese higher education institution.
Mobility periods typically last between 2 and 12 months, for study or internship, and are available at all study levels.
To find out whether your university has an agreement with a Portuguese institution, you should contact the International Relations Office of your home university, which is responsible for managing Erasmus+ applications and selections.
Erasmus+ for international students studying in Portugal
If you choose Portugal as your destination for a full degree (Bachelor, Master or PhD), you can also benefit from Erasmus+ opportunities during your studies.
As a student enrolled in a Portuguese higher education institution, you will have access to study mobility in another European country, traineeships (internships) abroad, and mobility opportunities both within and beyond Europe, depending on your institution’s partnerships.
These opportunities are open to all eligible students, regardless of nationality, under the same conditions as Portuguese students.
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Subprogrammes
Study Mobility
Spend 1 or 2 semesters in a university or polytechnic.
Earn credits (ECTS), experience a new academic system, and grow your international network.
Traineeships (Internships)
Do a work placement at a company, research lab, NGO or startup.
Get hands-on experience while discovering a new professional and cultural environment.
Other Erasmus+ Subprogramme
Explore options like Blended Mobility, Youth Exchanges, or Staff Mobility under Erasmus+. More information available at your home institution or through the Erasmus+ National Agency in Portugal.
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters are high-quality international Master’s programmes, jointly delivered by consortia of universities from different countries, including Portuguese institutions.
Key features:
Study in at least two different countries;
Receive a joint, double or multiple degree;
Access to fully funded scholarships, covering tuition fees, travel and living costs;
A strong focus on academic excellence and international experience.
These programmes are open to students from all over the world and represent one of the most prestigious mobility opportunities in Europe.
Consult the official Erasmus Mundus catalogue and participating university websites for programme details and application conditions.
For additional information on Erasmus+ opportunities, you may contact the Portuguese National Agency.
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