Overview

The objectives of the undergraduate programme in Mechanical Engineering from Universidade Nova de Lisboa are:

To offer a comprehensive preparation in the fields of: solid and fluid mechanics, applied thermodynamics, structural mechanics, structural dynamics, manufacturing processes, materials characterization and behaviour, and technical drawing as a relevant communication tool for a mechanical engineer.
To promote experimental and computational assignments, essential for the development of a mechanical engineer.
To offer a fundamental and solid education in engineering sciences at large, and in mechanical engineering in particular, that allows our graduates understand, to analyse and to solve problems, even if entirely novel to them, and that empowers them with an attitude of autonomy and critical thinking, so that they will succeed on their actions anywhere in the world.
To promote an integrated vision of engineering, through the completion of a product development project and of an internship at a company, following the programme’s subjects (curricular units).
To prepare not only the engineer, but the person as well, through the development of soft-skills by the complementary formation offered by the FCT Curricular Profile.

Careers

Our Undergraduate Programme in Mechanical Engineering provides an excellent foundation for a professional career in all fields of economic activity. Those concluding the programme may integrate design teams and assume functions involving: equipment selection, industrial and manufacturing technology, maintenance and management, production planning, computer aided modelling and manufacturing (CAD/CAM), thermodynamic and heat transfer processes, equipment for energy conversion or HVAC, structural mechanics solutions, noise and vibration harshness, fluid networks, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, among several other situations.

Specific fields of economic activity are:

Industry: aeronautical and automotive, and their components; naval construction and repair; metalworking; electromechanics; machine tools; metallurgical; mining; refrigeration and HVAC; energy conversion; transports; communications; chemical and pharmaceutical; food and beverages; glass and ceramics; paper; textile; plastics; among other processing industries.
Services: health care; transports including airlines; public sector; insurance; supply chain; supply or collection & treatment of fluids, among several others.
Consulting and design: engineering design and analysis offices; among others.
Other opportunities: research and development activities in mechanics or related fields.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Linear Algebra and Analytic Geometry
Mathematical Analysis
Physics
Economics
Mechanical Engineering Drawing
Computer Aided Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-02 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lisbon, Portugal

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Students are admitted to FCT NOVA, through the National Admission and Enrolment System for Higher Education, and register at the Academic Services, within the period set by ministerial dispatch;
60% of the final grade obtained in secondary school;
40% of the final grade of the specific(s) exam(s);
Identification document (e.g, passport), mentioning the candidate's nationality;
Document proving the candidate's current adress;
Teaching / training diplomas / certificates, namely the qualification that gives access to higher education in the country of origin, with grades and final average;
Statement on how the candidate complies with the international student status;
Document confirming payment of the application fee.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

7000 EUR / year

≈ 7000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

697 EUR / year

≈ 697 EUR / year

Living costs

Lisbon

Portugal

630 - 1123 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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