Overview

The BSc. course on Materials Engineering from Universidade Nova de Lisboa is ffers the students the opportunity to learn the important mutual influences involving materials’ Structure, Properties, Processing and Applications.

By the end of course, the student should:

Thoroughly understand the links between the structure and the properties of the different classes of materials
Know the most relevant materials characterization techniques
Adequately use the relevant characterization techniques to solve concrete industrial problems
Be familiar with the most relevant materials processing technologies

Know and use within its proper context the relevant mathematical, physical, chemical or informatics language and concepts indispensable to acquire technical competences

Communicate efficiently within an academic and professional context
Be familiar with corporate organizational templates

Careers

First and foremost, the Undergraduate Course in Materials Engineering is the ideal preparation for more advanced studies in any engineering specialty, particularly in Materials Engineering.

Training in Materials Engineering was launched at the NOVA School of Science and Technology in 1981. Since then, the demand for Material Engineers has increased significantly, as a reflex of a highly technological training that enables the Materials Engineering graduates to successfully exercise a profession.

The main sectors of activity of the graduates are as follows: 11% Extractive industry; 22% Services and Consulting; 23% Manufacturing; 44% Education/Teaching

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Linear Algebra and Analytic Geometry
Mathematical Analysis
Mechanics
Chemistry
Thermodinamics of Processes
Electromagnetism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-02 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lisbon, Portugal

Disciplines

Materials Science General Engineering & Technology View 13 other Bachelors in General Engineering & Technology in Portugal

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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.

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Scholarships Information

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