Education

Discover all you need to know about the education system in Portugal, including resources, financial aid, support, and more.

Searching for a secondary school in Portugal? This helpful guide clarifies the curriculums, fees, enrollment process, graduation, and more.

Searching for a primary school in Portugal? This article clarifies the curriculums, fees, enrollment process, graduation, and more.

We outline the different types of international schools in Portugal as well as the various curricula on offer and the enrollment process.

Jot down these school holidays in 2026–2027 and 2027–2028 to plan ahead your vacation or childcare arrangements in Portugal. Compared to many other countries, Portuguese schools have fewer school holidays throughout the year, but have a longer-than-average summer break. Planning ahead also means preparing financially for these holiday periods. Whether you’re organising a family trip […]

Portugal offers respected master’s programs, and many can cost less than comparable programs in Western Europe. But fees, teaching language, and application routes vary considerably by university, faculty, and student status. If you are comparing a master’s degree in Portugal with other European options, affordability on paper matters less than whether the program fits your […]

Portugal is a popular study destination, but scholarship rules can be easy to misunderstand. Several funding routes exist, but eligibility depends on your nationality, residency status, and study level. If you are planning a move for university, start your scholarship search early. Some awards are competitive, some are partial, and some are only open to […]

An online MBA in Portugal can mean very different things, from a fully remote program to a course that still expects you in Lisbon or Porto for key sessions. Before you apply, look closely at whether the program is fully online, hybrid, or low-residency. Key takeaways What counts as an online MBA in Portugal? “Distance […]

Discover all you need to know about studying in Portugal including the higher education system, university fees, and more.

Do you need a Portuguese student visa? Find out about the types of visas, the requirements, the costs, and how to apply.

If you want to learn Portuguese in Portugal, the real goal is usually bigger than grammar. You want to handle daily life with more confidence, depend less on English, and feel at home sooner. Portugal gives you several good routes into European Portuguese, from private schools and university programs to public courses for migrants. The […]

Finding online Portuguese tutors after moving to Portugal may appear easy, but after a while, you’ll find that many tutors offer both European and Brazilian Portuguese. That’s important, because the Portuguese you hear at your health center, local market, or residency appointment is influenced by Portugal, not Brazil. Where to learn Portuguese in Portugal has […]

From language schools and online courses to mobile apps and more, here are the best ways to learn Portuguese.

Learn more about the history and origins of the Portuguese language, including its different dialects, grammar rules, and pronunciation.