University of Madeira

Before University of Madeira initiated its services, there were other higher education institutions during the 20th Century: The University institute of Madeira (“Instituto Universitário da Madeira”), the Superior institute of Plastic Arts of Madeira (“Instituto Superior de Artes Plásticas da Madeira”) and the Music Conservatory of Madeira (“Conservatório de Música da Madeira”).

The University pursues scientific research activities, promoting the diffusion and social and economic valorization of knowledge and technological innovation. It guarantees the human education at the highest level, in its cultural, scientific, artistic, technical and professional aspects, conducting academic studies to obtain a degree, a Technical Course and other courses. It seeks to prepare its students for the challenges of global society and lifelong learning by providing them with scientific knowledge, technical competence and transversal training.

University of Madeira consists of several research and specialization units:

• Center for Mathematical Sciences
• Studies Center of Macaronesia
• Applied Economics Studies Center Atlantic
• Centre for Research in Education
• Chemistry Centre of Madeira
• Astronomy Group at the University of Madeira
• Lab-SDR
• Human Genetics Lab
• LabUSE
• Madeira Interactive Technologies Institute (M-ITI)