Founded in 1979, the Universidade do Algarve (University of Algarve) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Faro (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Portimão. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior, Portugal (Ministry of Science, Technology and Higher Education of Portugal), Universidade do Algarve (UAlg) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational Portuguese higher education institution. Universidade do Algarve (UAlg) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 45-year-old Portuguese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UAlg also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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Name | Universidade do Algarve |
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Name (English) | University of Algarve |
Acronym | UAlg |
Founded | 1979 |
Motto | Estudar Onde é Bom Viver Study Where You Would Like to Live |
Colours | Blue and white |
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Address | Estrada da Penha Faro 8005-139 Faro Portugal |
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+351 (289) 800 100 | |
+351 (289) 888 400 | |
Other locations | Portimão |
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The following Universidade do Algarve's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universidade do Algarve's academic range and degree level offering.
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Local students |
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) |
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) |
International students |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
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Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
uniRank publishes below some basic Universidade do Algarve's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has Universidade do Algarve a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
Universidade do Algarve's acceptance rate range is not reported.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
University of Algarve has more than 1800 international students.Tip: search for Universidade do Algarve's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Universidade do Algarve.
Universidade do Algarve has an enrollment range of 8,000-8,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 600-699 academic employees (Faculty).
Universidade do Algarve is a public higher education institution.
Universidade do Algarve is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
Universidade do Algarve does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of Universidade do Algarve's main facilities:
This institution has a physical Library.
This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of Universidade do Algarve's main services:
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This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
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This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.
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Universidade do Algarve is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior, Portugal
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1991
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uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Universidade do Algarve 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.
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