Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto

The Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP) is one of Europe’s leading institutions in engineering education and research. With a strong academic and research excellence reputation, FEUP is the largest faculty of the University of Porto, housing over 8000 students, offering 63 distinct programs, and employing around 600 faculty members and researchers. The institution prides itself on fostering a dynamic and innovative learning environment, drawing an increasing number of international students and researchers from all over the world. This global orientation is strengthened by FEUP's extensive network of partnerships with top businesses, industries, and higher education institutions across Europe and beyond. In addition to its teaching and research capacity, FEUP’s campus is strategically located within the Porto Innovation District, a vibrant hub for creativity, entrepreneurship, and technological advancement. The district is home to cutting-edge research centers that maintain close ties with the business and social sectors, making it a hotspot for knowledge transfer and real-world engineering and science applications. This proximity to industry not only boosts collaboration but also enriches the student experience by offering direct access to innovation ecosystems where engineering technologies intersect with health sciences, energy, and digital transformation. FEUP’s global recognition is reflected in its strong rankings in the most reputable international classifications of engineering schools. Its commitment to excellence, internationalization, and innovation continues to place it at the forefront of engineering education, equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary to address the challenges of a rapidly evolving world.

FEUP’s Mission

The Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto undertakes activities in the realms of education, research, and innovation at international level. Accordingly, the results of these activities lead to the creation and transmission of knowledge, training of competent and ethical professionals, and future leaders in the area of engineering and similar areas, and also the promotion of the well-being of our global society.

On the right menu you can learn more about FEUP and travel a bit through its history, organization, and strategic plan.

How to apply

For the mobility to be formally considered and recognized by U.Porto/FEUP, either studies or internship/placement, a student must previously accomplish all our application procedures and deadlines.

We alert that a nomination and/or the submission of an application does not ensure, for itself, student acceptance for mobility! Applicants should not purchase travel, rent accommodation, or travel to Porto without first being formally accepted. The approval of a mobility application is formally recognized through the sending, to the student, of the Letter of Acceptance issued by the U.Porto Rectorate.

All applications to U.Porto/FEUP must be submitted online. Therefore, unless specifically requested, no documents should be sent to us by post or e-mail.

The first step you should take is to contact the International Relations Office of your Home University. Each University has its internal process to select students for partner institutions. If your University assigns our Faculty as your mobility Host Institution, you need to formalize your application.

PLEASE BE AWARE that, if a student intends to apply under the Erasmus+ program, at the time the internal selection process is carried out in the Home School, the School must take into account the bilateral agreement(s) in force with our Faculty, and FEUP's Courses, number of vacancies and duration of mobility’s that the agreement(s) cover!

Vacancies and Deadlines

Institutions with a specific bilateral agreement with FEUP (eg: Erasmus; SMILE), must take into account FEUP's Programmes, vacancies, and mobility periods expressed in that bilateral agreement.

Institutions without a specific bilateral agreement with FEUP should contact FEUP's Cooperation Unit to confirm if and how applications/student mobilities may be possible for FEUP.

The deadlines may change each academic year.

Porto is a beautiful and vibrant city, known for its friendly people, pleasant climate, and food and yet is one of the cheapest destinations in Europe. Accommodation costs are becoming increasingly higher due to the intense tourism activity and the rise in the number of international students in the city, but Porto is still one of the most affordable destinations in Europe. Please find more accommodation information available on the school website. To prepare students for the ’real world’, FEUP also promotes the participation of students in company-proposed projects as part of their Master's dissertations as well as Summer internship programs. There are more and more international companies established in Porto with the simple goal of recruiting talent. FEUP maintains close cooperation ties with companies and each year organizes a Career Fair with national and international job offers. As a student of U.Porto, you may also apply for an Erasmus+ scholarship for Placement abroad. It is a great opportunity to gain work experience while living in a different country. The Faculty of Engineering offers a financial incentive program to the best international students of master programs; after the end of the 1st semester at FEUP, the students are selected according to their performance. Academic regulation on this is available on the school website.

Want to know more? Watch the testimonials from other international students on the school website.

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