Study Abroad Programs in Portugal

Spend 3 weeks studying abroad in Lisbon, Portugal, with AIFS Abroad in this January Term program! Earn 3 credits from ISCTE (Instituto Universitario de Lisboa) Business School, which holds the prestigious AACSB and AMBA business accreditations. Courses are taught in English and include company visits to enhance classroom study. Live in a student residence close to the university. The program includes a prepaid meal card and transportation pass to ride the local buses and iconic trams. Lisbon is home to stunning beaches, cobblestone alleys with soulful cafés, and a buzzing nightlife. One of Europe’s most affordable cities, the capital of Portugal has plenty to offer students studying abroad! Immerse yourself in Portuguese culture through activities and excursions including: • Guided city tour • Visit to Sintra and Belem • Tour of the famous Lisbon market • Fado (traditional Portuguese music) evening Plus, over 50% of students receive financial assistance from AIFS Abroad in the form of grants or scholarships.

Explore Portugal’s approach to environmental justice and social equity, challenging conventional ideas about growth, technology, and sustainability. From Lisbon, study urban planning policies that provide equal access to parks, green spaces, and zero-carbon public transportation. Coursework uses a Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) Nexus lens to examine integrated resource management. Through site visits and volunteer opportunities, engage with organizations working on climate advocacy, food waste reduction, ocean pollution, and community support. MONEY MATTERS SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is committed to ensuring you have the information necessary to apply for such funding. Our program costs include academics, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, and health insurance. Meal arrangements vary by program. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information.

Lisbon is a hilly coastal city known for its beautiful architecture, exceptional gastronomy, and friendly residents. As the capital and largest city in Portugal, it boasts a charming and relaxed Portuguese sensibility. There's a great deal to see and do, from visiting one of its UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as the Jerónimos Monastery or Belém Tower, to strolling its cobbled streets in search of adventure and cultural exposure. The Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP) offers courses in business, economics, international studies, and Portuguese language through its semester and academic year programs. You'll have the opportunity to take all of your courses in English, except Portuguese language courses, alongside Portuguese and other international students. All courses are taught by faculty at the UCP in their distinguished business and human sciences colleges.

Unlike traditional study abroad or tourism experiences, Semester at Sea offers a unique opportunity for deep, authentic engagement with countries and cultures around the globe. It's more than just the adventure of a lifetime. It's a transformative experience that will give you a global perspective to take on the challenges of tomorrow. Fall 2026: European, African, South American, and Asian Adventure Embark: September 9, IJmuiden, The Netherlands Disembark: Dec 22, Bangkok, Thailand Itinerary: Portugal, Morocco, Brazil, St. Helena, South Africa, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Hong Kong Spring 2027: Asia, Africa, and Europe Embark: Jan 5, Bangkok, Thailand Disembark: Apr 20, Bremerhaven, Germany Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, India, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Morocco, Scotland

Your Business + Culture program in Lisbon lasts a full semester and is designed for students with a background in business. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Portuguese culture. Live and learn in Lisbon! Lisbon is Portugal’s cosmopolitan city, celebrated for its thriving business landscape and rich cultural heritage. As a global hub for entrepreneurship, finance, and international trade, Lisbon offers exceptional opportunities for students studying business and culture. The city’s unique blend of Portuguese traditions, iconic landmarks like the Jerónimos Monastery and the Castle of São Jorge, world-class museums, and thriving creative industries make Lisbon the perfect place to study abroad.

Seamester is the educational adventure of a lifetime! For more than 40 years, we have offered unparalleled educational voyages where students spend a semester at sea sailing between islands, countries, and even continents. We design our programs to provide engaging learning experiences with real outcomes in ways that are impossible to replicate in the traditional classroom. Living as part of a close-knit team on an ocean-going vessel, our students learn fundamental lessons beyond academics: teamwork, leadership, and personal responsibility. They receive academic credit from the University of South Florida, along with PADI scuba certifications and IYT sailing certifications. Our programs are designed to inspire students to realize that it’s the journey, not the destination, that matters the most.

What better way to gain 60+ clinical hours than right off the crystal blue Atlantic coast?! Atlantis is the largest and most reputable pre-health study abroad organization for US undergraduates. Our Portugal experiences are for students who are ready to explore. Not only will they shadow for up to 20+ hours per week in a top European hospital with well-esteemed physicians, but they also have the opportunity to explore the country's rich culture. Spending time in different specialties over school breaks means that students are able to get the perfect amount of healthcare exposure all at once! When they don't have to balance shadowing with studying and extracurriculars, they can focus solely on their clinical experience and patient interactions. With alumni in 40 of the top 50 MD programs, Atlantis prepares students for a future career in healthcare.

API offers students a wonderful opportunity to experience the Portuguese culture and way of life through study or internships abroad in Lisbon. With a spectacular Atlantic coastline, Portugal sits on the sunny southwest corner of Europe, but this tiny nation—a pioneer in maritime exploration—occupies a central place in world history. Portugal has been at the crossroads of cultures for three thousand years, reflected in the national language, food, music, and arts. Lisbon has exceptional nightlife, award-winning beaches, and great cuisine and is ranked as one of the most affordable and safest among European destinations. Whether you are into music, futbol (soccer), surfing, art museums, or history, you’ll find a warm welcome from the Portuguese who are eager to share their unique culture with you!

Earn a Globally Respected Level 5 TEFL Qualification! If you’re searching for a top-tier qualification that’s recognized and valued by employers worldwide, you’ve found it! The Level 5 TEFL Certification is your passport to teaching English wherever and whenever you choose. Why Choose This Level 5 Certification? • International Recognition: This prestigious qualification is required by schools in native English-speaking countries, select EU nations, and the UAE. With it, you’ll stand out to employers and open doors to exciting destinations. • Limitless Possibilities: Whether you dream of teaching abroad or online, this certification gives you the flexibility and credibility to pursue your goals on your terms. • Rigorous, Government-Regulated Standards: Our Level 5 course adheres to strict government guidelines, ensuring you acquire the knowledge and practical skills necessary to become an outstanding ESL teacher. It’s equivalent to a CELTA or TrinityTESOL—two of the most respected names in the industry. • Preferred by Employers: Schools and language centers worldwide actively seek Level 5-qualified teachers, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

Take advantage of our Super Sale! Choose from a selection of accredited online TEFL courses, with prices starting from €53. Our 60-hour, 120-hour, 180-hour, and level 5 online TEFL and TESOL courses will prepare you for teaching abroad in a classroom setup and teaching online from the comfort of your own home. Every module has text, videos, quizzes, and your own personal tutor to help you through the course and give you positive feedback. Throughout the course, you will get the opportunity to submit lesson plans to experienced TESOL teachers, gaining valuable feedback from experts who have been teaching abroad for years! Need help finding an English teaching job in any of the above fields? We have contacts all over the world, so we can help set you on your way to the destination of your choice. You can get your 120-hour TEFL certificate online through ITT, at your own pace, in the comfort of your own home. Start your accredited TEFL/TESOL certification online now – your first step to being an English teacher. Where will you go from there? You decide!

Join over 200 international students and study at the most attractive destination in Portugal! Gain international experience, boost your career, and dive deep into the country's culture in some of the most popular study abroad programs in Europe! Your dream semester in Portugal is closer than you think—apply today and get accepted to study here as quickly as in a day! The European University of Lisbon is a student-based academic model that aims to prepare students for a global world through the acquisition of knowledge and the development of skills that leverage their employability anywhere in the world. Universidade Europeia thus presents a rigorous teaching method that demands the student’s active participation in their own learning and development process.

The European Innovation Academy (EIA) is an immersive 3-week startup program in Porto, Portugal, where you’ll collaborate with students from diverse universities to develop a product in a startup environment. You'll attend an online pre-week to prepare for the experience abroad. Whether you arrive with a business idea, you’ll join a team with an exciting concept or inspire others to support your vision. Work alongside students from top institutions like UC Berkeley, the University of Michigan, the University of Exeter, and the National University of Singapore. Benefit from the expertise of 75+ mentors representing global companies such as Google, TikTok, Amazon, and Microsoft. You’ll network with Silicon Valley professionals, gain hands-on entrepreneurial experience, and pitch your innovative project to investors, venture capitalists, and an audience of over 1,000. - From idea to business in 15 days with real-world entrepreneurial skills - Travel and learn simultaneously - Test your business idea in a risk-free environment - Face-to-face mentoring from a diverse array of industry leaders - Global network for a lifetime - Fast 3-step application Contact us for more details.

Soccer Camps International offers you the Benfica Elite Training Soccer Camp in Lisbon, Portugal, with the most popular Portuguese team of all time: Benfica Lisbon. Come and train with the best youth soccer coaches at the training center of the Benfica Lisbon team. You will practice in the best training facilities and stay in the best hotel. Highly experienced, certified coaches with many years of experience teaching young soccer players the best techniques run these camps for 13 to 18-year-olds. The participants are divided into age groups and levels, with a specific technical and tactical training program implemented in each group.

Advance your career with SHG’s Swiss-quality MBA in International Hospitality Management, designed for professionals who want to move into leadership and executive roles. This one-year intensive program blends strategic business education with hands-on hospitality management training. Classes are held online or in 4- and 5-star hotels , taught by experienced executives who combine academic expertise with real industry knowledge. Students learn leadership, finance, revenue management, marketing strategy, and intercultural management while applying these skills directly in operational and management-level internships. Every six months, participants can transfer to a new SHG campus in a different country, gaining international exposure and building a powerful global network. Small class sizes ensure personalized mentorship, executive coaching, and practical case-study learning. By graduation, MBA graduates leave with the strategic mindset, management experience, and global perspective required to take on senior management and general manager roles in luxury hospitality.

Join the 4th edition of the International Negotiation and Mediation Summer Program, taking place from 14 to 19 July 2025 at the Porto Faculty of Law, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, in collaboration with ICFML (Instituto de Certificação e Formação de Mediadores Lusófonos). Offered in a flexible hybrid format — either on campus in Porto or online — this advanced program strengthens high-level negotiation and mediation skills in international settings. Participants will benefit from interactive workshops focused on commercial, family, and insolvency mediation, along with advanced negotiation techniques taught through real-world simulations. Led by renowned international experts, the program is ideal for law students, early-career professionals, and those working in business or international relations. It also grants 3 ECTS credits and valuable insight into cross-border dispute resolution practices. Click “Inquire Here” for more details and take the next step in your ADR journey.