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Study Civil Engineering in Portugal 🇵🇹

Portugal offers 41 Civil Engineering programs across 21 universities. Tuition ranges from $1k–$3k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students. 100% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

41 Programs
21 Universities
$1k–$3k/yr Tuition
100% STEM
12% Scholarships

Why Portugal for Civil Engineering?

Living Cost

$9,000/yr

Full guide to studying in Portugal →

By Degree Level

Master (21) Bachelor (12) PhD (7) Diploma (1)

Top Universities for Civil Engineering in Portugal

University of Lisbon

Lisbon · National rank #1 · QS #230

Master in Civil Engineering · Master
Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP)

Porto · National rank #2 · QS #237

PhD in Civil Engineering · PhD Bachelor in Civil Engineering · Bachelor Master in Civil Engineering · Master
University of Porto

Porto · National rank #2 · QS #237

Civil Engineering · Master
University of Minho - School of Engineering

Guimarães · National rank #4 · QS #566

Civil Engineering · Master Doctoral Program in Civil Engineering · PhD
University of Minho

Braga · National rank #5 · QS #566

Civil Engineering · Master
Bachelor in Civil Engineering · Bachelor Integrated Master in Civil Engineering · Master Master in Civil Engineering · Master PhD in Civil Engineering · PhD
Polytechnic Institute of Porto

Porto · National rank #9

Master in Civil Engineering · Master Civil Engineering · Bachelor
University of Beira Interior

Covilhã · National rank #11

PhD in Civil Engineering · PhD Civil Engineering · Bachelor
Instituto Politécnico de Coimbra

Coimbra · National rank #20

Civil Engineering · Master
Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Coimbra · National rank #20

Master in Civil Engineering · Master
Polytechnic Institute of Leiria

Leiria · National rank #21

Master in Civil Engineering · Master Bachelor in Civil Engineering · Bachelor
Instituto Politécnico de Castelo Branco

Castelo Branco · National rank #22

Licenciatura em Engenharia Civil · Bachelor Mestrado em Engenharia Civil - Construção e Reabilitação · Master
Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal

Setúbal · National rank #22

Civil Engineering · Bachelor Master in Civil Engineering · Master
Instituto Politécnico de Tomar

Tomar · National rank #29

Licenciatura em Engenharia Civil · Bachelor Mestrado em Engenharia Civil · Master
Instituto Politécnico da Guarda

Guarda · National rank #35

Licenciatura em Engenharia Civil · Bachelor Mestrado em Engenharia Civil - Construção e Reabilitação · Master
Polytechnic Institute of Guarda

Guarda · National rank #35

Master in Civil Engineering · Master Civil Engineering · Master
Instituto Politécnico de Guarda

Guarda · National rank #35

Licenciatura em Engenharia Civil · Bachelor Mestrado em Engenharia Civil · Master
Instituto Politécnico da Maia

Maia · National rank #67

Construction Works Management and Building Renovation · Diploma
Licenciatura em Engenharia Civil · Bachelor Doutoramento em Engenharia Civil · PhD Mestrado em Engenharia Civil · Master
Master in Civil Engineering · Master Bachelor in Civil Engineering · Bachelor PhD in Civil Engineering · PhD

All Programs

Construction Works Management and Building Renovation

Instituto Politécnico da Maia

Diploma STEM Aid

PhD in Civil Engineering

Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP)

PhD STEM

Bachelor in Civil Engineering

Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP)

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor in Civil Engineering

University of Beira Interior - Faculty of Engineering

Bachelor STEM

Integrated Master in Civil Engineering

University of Beira Interior - Faculty of Engineering

Master STEM

Civil Engineering

University of Minho - School of Engineering

Master STEM

Doctoral Program in Civil Engineering

University of Minho - School of Engineering

PhD STEM

Licenciatura em Engenharia Civil

Instituto Politécnico de Castelo Branco

Bachelor STEM

Mestrado em Engenharia Civil - Construção e Reabilitação

Instituto Politécnico de Castelo Branco

Master STEM

Civil Engineering

University of Porto

Master STEM

Licenciatura em Engenharia Civil

Instituto Superior de Engenharia de Lisboa

Bachelor STEM

Doutoramento em Engenharia Civil

Instituto Superior de Engenharia de Lisboa

PhD STEM

Licenciatura em Engenharia Civil

Instituto Politécnico da Guarda

Bachelor STEM

Mestrado em Engenharia Civil - Construção e Reabilitação

Instituto Politécnico da Guarda

Master STEM

Licenciatura em Engenharia Civil

Instituto Politécnico de Tomar

Bachelor STEM

Mestrado em Engenharia Civil

Instituto Politécnico de Tomar

Master STEM

Master in Civil Engineering

Polytechnic Institute of Guarda

Master STEM

PhD in Civil Engineering

University of Beira Interior

PhD STEM

Master in Civil Engineering

Polytechnic Institute of Porto

Master STEM

Civil Engineering

Polytechnic Institute of Porto

Bachelor STEM

Licenciatura em Engenharia Civil

Instituto Politécnico de Guarda

Bachelor STEM

Mestrado em Engenharia Civil

Instituto Politécnico de Guarda

Master STEM

Civil Engineering

Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal

Bachelor STEM

Master in Civil Engineering

Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal

Master STEM

Master in Civil Engineering

Polytechnic Institute of Leiria

Master STEM Aid

Master in Civil Engineering

Higher Institute of Engineering of Lisbon

Master STEM

Bachelor in Civil Engineering

Higher Institute of Engineering of Lisbon

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Civil Engineering

Higher Institute of Engineering of Lisbon

PhD STEM

Civil Engineering

Instituto Superior Técnico

Master STEM Aid

Doctoral Program in Civil Engineering

Instituto Superior Técnico

PhD STEM Aid

Civil Engineering

University of Minho

Master STEM

Civil Engineering

Polytechnic Institute of Guarda

Master STEM

Bachelor in Civil Engineering

Polytechnic Institute of Leiria

Bachelor STEM Aid

Master in Civil Engineering

University of Beira Interior - Faculty of Engineering

Master STEM

Master in Civil Engineering

Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP)

Master STEM

Master in Civil Engineering

University of Lisbon

Master STEM

PhD in Civil Engineering

University of Beira Interior - Faculty of Engineering

PhD STEM

Mestrado em Engenharia Civil

Instituto Superior de Engenharia de Lisboa

Master STEM

Civil Engineering

University of Beira Interior

Bachelor STEM

Civil Engineering

Instituto Politécnico de Coimbra

Master STEM

Master in Civil Engineering

Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Master STEM

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Civil Engineering in Portugal?
Tuition for Civil Engineering programs in Portugal ranges from $1k–$3k/yr. 12% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $9k.
What are the English language requirements for Civil Engineering in Portugal?
English-taught Civil Engineering programs in Portugal typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Civil Engineering programs are in Portugal?
Abroadly lists 41 Civil Engineering programs at 21 universities across Portugal. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Civil Engineering programs in Portugal STEM-designated?
100% of Civil Engineering programs in Portugal carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Portugal a good country for Civil Engineering students?
Portugal is a strong choice for Civil Engineering with 21 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Portuguese, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Civil Engineering in Portugal?
In Portugal, Civil Engineering programs are offered at: Diploma (1 programs), PhD (7 programs), Bachelor (12 programs), Master (21 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.