Bringing together International Law, Political History, Strategy, Human Rights and International Relations
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E-mail: admissions.porto@ucp.pt
Phone: +351 939 450 000/12

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APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN | 2026/2027

1st Call:
19 January – 26 February 2026
Language: English
Location: Porto, Portugal
Classes are expected to begin on 14 September 2026

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MASTER PROGRAMME REGULATIONS

Merit-Based Master’s Scholarships Regulations


Academic Calendar 25/26

Descrição do Programa

Programme Highlights

The International Studies Programme, a Master’s Degree in Law fully taught in English, is organized into 3 semesters. The first two semesters are academic. During the third semester, students must submit their master’s dissertation

  • Master’s Degree in Law fully lectured in English
  • Learning methods that combine academic rigor with the practical and multicomplex dimensions of the course subjects
  • Innovative topics
  • Promotion of interdisciplinarity
  • Development of critical thinking
  • Improvement of analytical skills
  • Comprehensive approach of international law and international relations
  • Qualified teaching staff, with a consistent international experience
  • Guest professors and experts from different professional backgrounds, countries and fields of knowledge

Main Career Opportunities

The programme is designed to prepare for careers in the Public and Private Sectors: from public administration, diplomatic and consular services, or international organizations, but also third sector entities (mainly NGO’s), international or public affairs consultancy or multinational companies.


Application requirements

Applications are opened to students who have obtained or will obtain (this academic year) an undergraduate degree (or legal equivalent) in Law, History, International Relations, Economics, Management, Military Sciences or in other area of social sciences or humanities.

 

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Contactos

Admissions

E-mail: admissions.porto@ucp.pt
Phone: +351 939 450 000/12

Mais Informação

More Information

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN | 2026/2027

1st Call:
19 January – 26 February 2026
Language: English
Location: Porto, Portugal
Classes are expected to begin on 14 September 2026

BROCHURE

Call for Applications

MASTER PROGRAMME REGULATIONS

Merit-Based Master’s Scholarships Regulations


Academic Calendar 25/26

Contactos

Admissions

E-mail: admissions.porto@ucp.pt
Phone: +351 939 450 000/12

Testemunho

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Margarida Rodrigues de Magalhães

Aluna
Embarking on the International Studies Programme at Universidade Católica Portuguesa (Porto School) has been a transformative experience, expanding my academic and personal horizons. The program's high quality not only deepened my understanding of international law but also honed my practical skills, from public speaking to networking abilities.