UNIVERSITAT DE BARCELONA, UNIVERSIDADE DO ALGARVE - FARO
There are immense benefits to be gained from studying on a structured programme that offers learning opportunities in another institution and country. The experience opens up new ways of thinking as well as a wealth of new cultural opportunities for students, including the possibility to develop and extend language learning skills. There is no doubt that such learning experiences change lives, broaden intellectual horizons and offer new professional perspectives. Students benefit greatly from studying and working together in multi-cultural environments, from having the opportunity to experience and absorb European culture and influences, and from participating in the development of pan-European social and technological knowledge and the formation of permanent network links across and beyond Europe that may directly assist future employment prospects.
The University of Barcelona (UNIVERSITAT DE BARCELONA)
The University of Barcelona has more than 570 years of history. We are the leading university in Catalonia and Spain. We are in the highest position of all Spanish universities in the most demanding global rankings and we are the only Spanish university in the exclusive League of European Research Universities (LERU). We lead top-level international initiatives such as the Charm European University (CHARM-EU) alliance.
The University of Barcelona we identifies with the best values in our society and we are proud to define ourselves as a public, ethical, critical, open and plural institution that is committed to gender equality, transparency and sustainable development.
The University of Algarve (UNIVERSIDADE DO ALGARVE - FARO)
The University of Algarve is a young state university, located in the southern part of Portugal, one of the most touristic regions of Portugal.The University has witnessed a significant growth in terms of student population, modern facilities and the quality and diversity of programmes on offer.
The University student population is today close to 8,000 and employs over 700 academics. It has three faculties and four schools, offering a range of quality undergraduate and postgraduate courses in beautiful academic settings.
Recently, there has been a significant increase of foreign students from more than 60 countries due to the internationalization strategy of the University of Algarve. The quality and diversity of European Masters and Doctorates, combined with post-graduate courses open to students from all over the world justify the magnitude of this mobility.
It is an important centre for cultural, scientific and technological development, with strong regional, national and international ties, offering students the opportunity to explore various careers as they gain transferable skills.
In these last three decades, the University of Algarve has consolidated the link established with the regional business and with the public and private organisations, encouraging the transfer of knowledge and contributing to sustainable development with an impact across the community.
The University of Lisbon (Universidade de Lisboa)
Universidade de Lisboa (ULisboa) is Portugal's largest and most prestigious university, consistently ranked among Europe's top 200 institutions and a leading hub for education, research, and innovation. Formed in 2013 through the merger of the historic University of Lisbon and the Technical University of Lisbon, ULisboa enrolls over 50,000 students in undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across diverse disciplines, supported by distinguished academic faculty. Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), established in 1911, represents ULisboa's flagship engineering school and Portugal's premier engineering school, educating approximately 12,000 students on its Alameda campus. IST maintains international leadership in engineering, materials science, chemistry, and nanotechnology through advanced laboratories, extensive global research partnerships, and strong ties to Portugal's technology sector. Faculdade de Ciências da Universidade de Lisboa (FCUL) provides essential strength in core scientific disciplines including chemistry, physics, biology, and computational sciences. FCUL's contemporary Campo Grande campus features state-of-the-art research infrastructure and interdisciplinary academic offerings. Anchored in Lisbon's cosmopolitan environment, ULisboa demonstrates firm dedication to internationalization through active engagement in European university networks and worldwide research collaborations. The university fosters strategic partnerships with public institutions, industry, and international research organizations, advancing knowledge exchange, sustainable development, and the vitality of European higher education.
University of Gdańsk
The University of Gdańsk is one of the leading academic institutions in northern Poland and a major centre of education, research and cultural life in the Baltic region. Established in 1970, the University combines strong academic traditions with a modern, dynamic approach to teaching and research. The University offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programmes across multiple disciplines, delivered by highly qualified academic staff. With a student population of over 21,000 and several faculties located in Gdańsk, Sopot and Gdynia, it provides an inspiring academic environment closely connected to the social, economic and cultural life of the Tri-City metropolitan area. The University of Gdańsk is strongly committed to internationalisation and actively participates in numerous international cooperation programmes and research networks. It is a proud member of the European University of the Seas (SEA-EU) alliance, a strategic partnership of coastal European universities working together to address global challenges related to the seas, sustainability, innovation and European identity. Through SEA-EU, students benefit from joint educational programmes, mobility opportunities, interdisciplinary learning and close cooperation with international partners. As an important centre for scientific, cultural and technological development, the University of Gdańsk maintains close cooperation with regional, national and international partners, including public institutions, research centres and private enterprises. Through education, research and knowledge transfer, the University contributes to sustainable development and the strengthening of European and global academic collaboration.
