UTAD

The University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (UTAD) is a Portuguese university offering higher education, research and services to its academic and wider community. Its study programmes include bachelor’s degrees, integrated master’s degrees, master’s degrees, doctoral programmes, postgraduate courses and professional higher technical courses. Students can explore options across fields such as agriculture, arts and humanities, science and computing, social sciences, education, engineering, health and services.

Research is a central part of UTAD’s work, supported by centres and research hubs, projects, patents, a scientific repository and doctoral training. The university also promotes knowledge transfer, entrepreneurship and partnerships through initiatives such as its business incubator and technology transfer activities.

Beyond teaching and research, UTAD provides student support and practical services, including academic services, social support, student residences, a library and a veterinary hospital. Its community and cultural resources include a botanical garden, geology museum, sports and student-life activities, and international relations. UTAD also hosts public events, seminars and outreach activities that connect its research and teaching with society.