Established in 1962, the ISPA - Instituto Universitário de Ciências Psicológicas, Sociais e da Vida (ISPA University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Lisbon (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Lisboa. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior, Portugal (Ministry of Science, Technology and Higher Education of Portugal), ISPA - Instituto Universitário de Ciências Psicológicas, Sociais e da Vida (ISPA) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational Portuguese higher education institution. ISPA - Instituto Universitário de Ciências Psicológicas, Sociais e da Vida (ISPA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as 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 62-year-old Portuguese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Portuguese higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ISPA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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private
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non-profit
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small-sized
Selectivity
moderately selective
Name (English) | ISPA University |
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Name | ISPA University |
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Address | Rua do Jardim do Tabaco, 34 Lisbon 1149-041 Lisboa Portugal |
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+351 (21) 886 0954 |
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The following ISPA University'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 ISPA University's academic range and degree level offering.
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2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) |
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) |
International students |
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) |
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 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 ISPA University's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has ISPA University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.
ISPA University's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
ISPA - Instituto Universitário de Ciências Psicológicas, Sociais e da Vida provides the following information for international students:
For the above information and more details, visit https://international.ispa.pt
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When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.
uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for ISPA University.
ISPA University has an enrollment range of 2,000-2,999 students making it a small-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).
ISPA University is a private higher education institution.
ISPA University 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.
ISPA University does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of ISPA University's main facilities:
This institution has a physical Library.
The Instituto Universitário de Ciências Psicológicas, Sociais e da Vida Library takes pride in its diverse and well-curated collections, catering to the academic and research needs of its students and faculty. The library houses an impressive number of physical books and volumes, totaling 21,565, ensuring a wide range of academic resources accessible to its academic community.
In addition to the physical collection, the library offers a substantial number of physical media, including CDs, DVDs, and other materials, amounting to 1,638 items, enriching the learning experience with multimedia resources.
To enhance research capabilities, the library provides access to 20 digital and electronic databases through http://www.cd.ispa.pt/, allowing users to access valuable academic content and conduct in-depth research across various fields.
To support library operations and ensure the smooth functioning of services, the Instituto Universitário de Ciências Psicológicas, Sociais e da Vida Library has a dedicated team of six full-time employees, including one librarian, who actively contribute to the academic success of the university community.
In terms of financial commitment, the library allocates a total yearly expenditure of 131,875, further demonstrating its commitment to providing a conducive learning environment and a wealth of resources to its academic community.
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uniRank provides below an overview of ISPA University's main services:
This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.
ISPA - Instituto Universitário de Ciências Psicológicas, Sociais e da Vida offers financial aid to students in the form of:
For more information on financial aid, please visit the following URL: https://www.ispa.pt/bolsas/
This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
ISPA - Instituto Universitário de Ciências Psicológicas, Sociais e da Vida offers the following exchange programs and study abroad opportunities:
Mobility programs available at ISPA (either Erasmus Program or the Institutional Exchange with Brazilian universities) are structuring elements of ISPA's internationalization strategy. This involves mobilizing the entire academic community, including faculty, researchers, technical staff, and students, to support international colleagues and students.
Partnerships between institutions, at the departmental level or between researchers, are provided and encouraged through the sharing of academic, research, and intervention interests, with a focus on generating sustainable results in the academic context, scientific production, and the dissemination of good practices, culminating in high-quality learning processes.
ISPA has agreements with 60 universities in 15 countries.
For more information, visit: https://international.ispa.pt/
This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.
ISPA - Instituto Universitário de Ciências Psicológicas, Sociais e da Vida offers distance learning through its organizational unit, Formação Ispa.
The educational offerings of Formação Ispa (FI) are structured into three strategic units:
The Postgraduate unit and Specialization courses consist of courses lasting more than 100 hours, providing specific knowledge and skills in a professional area of activity. These courses do not lead to an academic degree but do assign ECTS credits. They are characterized by a practical approach, enabling participants to achieve immediate results. Each postgraduate course has defined student/participant profiles, application criteria, and admission requirements. Among the Postgraduate programs, four (4) are conducted in a virtual and synchronous system using the Zoom platform, while one (1) follows an e-learning format with an asynchronous system through Moodle.
This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.
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ISPA University is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior, Portugal
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1962
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Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.
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This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.
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