Overview

In addition to providing excellent preparation in the fundamental sciences, the cross-integrated training in chemical and biological processes of the undergraduate programme in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering from Universidade Nova de Lisboa will be highly advantageous to meet the enormous challenges of the technological transition to a sustainable economy. The existence of an integrating project and the execution of short internships in industrial environment facilitate the integration into the labor market at the national and international level.

Careers

The transition to a sustainable economy motivates a growing industrial implementation of biotechnological processes. In this context, BEQB provides comprehensive training in the areas of Chemical Engineering and Biological Engineering, ensuring high employability in the most varied sectors:

Chemical and Biotechnology Industries (petrochemical and oil refining, natural gas processing, cement, cellulose and paper pulp, pharmaceutical and fine chemicals, food, and new materials).
Quality control.
Environment.
Public Services and Service Companies.
Engineering and Research Laboratories in Companies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mathematical Analysis
Linear Algebra and Analytic Geometry
General Organic Chemistry
General Biochemistry
Physics
Molecular and Cellular Biology
Transport Phenomena

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-24 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lisbon, Portugal

Disciplines

Bio & Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering View 4 other Bachelors in Bio & Biomedical Engineering 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

Additional Details

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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