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UC Inspire

The UC Inspire programme is an opportunity for prospective students to experience a two-month stay at the University of Coimbra to help them make an informed choice about their field of study.

General Objectives of the programme

This course aims to give the opportunity for immersion at the University of Coimbra for a period of two months, thus contributing to a conscious choice of the field of studies the student wants in higher education, so that there is a better adaptation to the European higher education context and better cultural and academic integration in the UC, in Portugal and in the city of Coimbra. Therefore, it enhances a better integration and success index in the preparation for a European higher education, by providing multifaceted experiences of academic life, of personal growth and adjustment to the working methods in higher education.

Duration

2 months – 2 ECTS

Candidaturas

Calendário de Candidaturas

1ª Fase

Candidatura
05-04-2024 a 11-04-2024

Divulgação de resultados
12-04-2024
Matrícula
13-04-2024 a 15-04-2024

Application information

Candidates may apply for two different calls.

The number of places available ranges from 30 to 50. Please note that there may be restrictions on the number of places available for each course unit and for specific selection processes.

Editions: The programme offers two editions in the second semester:

a. Edition 1: Applications are accepted between November and December, with the immersion period taking place between February and March.

b. Edition 2: Applications are accepted between January and February, with the immersion period taking place between April and May.

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Programme structure

Candidates may enrol on available course units linked to UC areas of study. They are required to attend 4 course units in one or two different areas of knowledge and may choose a further elective as additional training.
To obtain a diploma, candidates must attend at least 80% of the scheduled classes.

Advantages


Admission to any of UC's degree programmes requires the successful completion of the relevant exams. Participation in UC INspire does not guarantee admission to any UC degree, but it does offer the following:

a. Application for special admissions for students who have attended and successfully completed the programme;

b.The award of a UC diploma with 3 ECTS credits and an entry in the Diploma Supplement in the cases provided for in point d) (Structure).

c. An inspiring and duly accredited multicultural experience.

Course Units

Faculty of Law

  • Constitutional Law
  • International Law
  • Introduction to Contemporary Legal Thought
  • Portuguese Brazilian Constitutional Law
  • Introduction to Law
  • Public Finance II

Faculty of Sport Sciences and Physical Education

  • Motor Development and Adaptation
  • Exercise Prescription
  • Sports – Football (elective)
  • Methodology of Group Classes (elective)