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University of Algarve

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world rank  1504

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Overview

Founded in 1979, the Universidade do Algarve (University of Algarve) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Faro (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Portimão. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior, Portugal (Ministry of Science, Technology and Higher Education of Portugal), Universidade do Algarve (UAlg) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational Portuguese higher education institution. Universidade do Algarve (UAlg) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 44-year-old Portuguese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UAlg also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Algarve's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Algarve's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Algarve' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

University of Algarve's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Profile

Name (English)
Name University of Algarve
Colours Blue and white
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Campus Location

Address Estrada da Penha
Faro
8005-139 Faro
Portugal
University of Algarve Phone Number +351 (289) 800 100
University of Algarve Fax Number +351 (289) 888 400
Other locations Portimão

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Algarve's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Algarve's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees represent the cost that a student is billed by a university for one academic year of full-time study. Check out our guide article on tuition fees and financial aid options to gain further insights.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Algarve's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Algarve.

University of Algarve: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)

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Admission Info

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Policy

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Algarve's admission information.

University of Algarve's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Algarve's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Algarve a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Algarve's acceptance rate range is not reported.


University of Algarve's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Algarve has more than 1800 international students.

University of Algarve's Admission Office Admission Office

Estrada da Penha
Faro 8005-139
(289) 800 100


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Profile and Size

Introduction

When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.


Profile and Size

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Algarve.

University of Algarve's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Algarve has an enrollment range of 8,000-8,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.


University of Algarve's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 600-699 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Algarve's Control Type Control Type

University of Algarve is a public higher education institution.


University of Algarve's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Algarve is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Algarve's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


University of Algarve's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Algarve does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

Curious about the most prevalent university facilities and services? Delve into our two guide articles on University Facilities and University Services for more insights.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Algarve's main facilities:


University of Algarve's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


University of Algarve's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


University of Algarve's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Algarve's main services:


University of Algarve's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

University of Algarve's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Algarve's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


University of Algarve's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Algarve's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


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Accreditation and Recognition

Introduction

Various countries have diverse types of legal recognition and quality assessment for higher education institutions, depending on their legal and higher education systems... explore our article on university accreditation and recognition for further information.


University of Algarve's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

University of Algarve is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior, Portugal

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1991


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Algarve's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Agência de Avaliação e Acreditação do Ensino Superior (A3ES)


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Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Algarve's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)

Academic Divisions

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Divisions

uniRank shows a diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Algarve 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

University of Algarve's Facebook page University of Algarve's official Facebook page

Twitter Twitter

University of Algarve's Twitter page University of Algarve's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Algarve's YouTube channel University of Algarve's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of Algarve's Instagram page University of Algarve's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Algarve's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.

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