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Study General Health Sciences in Portugal 🇵🇹

Portugal offers 58 General Health Sciences programs across 16 universities. Tuition ranges from $1k–$4k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students. 59% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

58 Programs
16 Universities
$1k–$4k/yr Tuition
59% STEM
14% Scholarships

Why Portugal for General Health Sciences?

Living Cost

$9,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (36) Master (15) PhD (4) Certificate (3)

Top Universities for General Health Sciences in Portugal

University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro

Vila Real · National rank #10

Nursing · Bachelor
Polytechnic Institute of Bragança

Bragança · National rank #13

Sports Science · Bachelor Nursing · Bachelor Veterinary Nursing · Bachelor
University of Madeira

Funchal · National rank #17

Nursing · Bachelor
Fernando Pessoa University

Porto · National rank #19

Speech Therapy · Bachelor Physiotherapy · Bachelor
Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Porto · National rank #19

Dental Medicine · Master Pharmacy · Master Physiotherapy · Bachelor Nursing · Bachelor PhD in Biomedical Sciences · PhD Nutrition Sciences · Bachelor
Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Coimbra · National rank #20

Nursing · Bachelor Biomedical Sciences · Bachelor Radiology · Bachelor Pharmacy · Master Speech Therapy · Bachelor Medical Laboratory Sciences · Bachelor Occupational Therapy · Bachelor Physiotherapy · Bachelor
Instituto Politécnico de Coimbra

Coimbra · National rank #20

Physiotherapy · Bachelor Nutrition Sciences · Bachelor
Polytechnic Institute of Leiria

Leiria · National rank #21

Bachelor in Physical Education and Sport · Bachelor
Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Castelo Branco · National rank #27

Physiotherapy · Bachelor Medical Radiology · Bachelor Dietetics and Nutrition · Bachelor Biomedical Laboratory Sciences · Bachelor
Instituto Politécnico de Beja

Beja · National rank #31

Nursing Management · Master Nursing Sciences · Master Nursing · Bachelor Gerontology · Master
Instituto Politécnico de Santarém

Santarém · National rank #36

Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy · Master Clinical Nursing · Master Intervention in the Elderly · Master Nursing · Bachelor Nursing in Community Health · Master Physiotherapy · Bachelor
Atlântica - Instituto Universitário

Oeiras · National rank #51

Nutrition Science · Bachelor
Pediatric Emergencies · Certificate Breastfeeding · Certificate Tissue Viability and Wounds · Certificate
Instituto Piaget

Vila Nova de Gaia

Sports Science · Bachelor Pharmacy · Master Master in Sports Training · Master Physiotherapy · Bachelor Biomedical Sciences · Bachelor Nursing · Bachelor Master in Management of Health Services · Master Nutrition Sciences · Bachelor PhD in Biomedical Sciences · PhD Physical Education and Sport · Bachelor Gerontology · Master Occupational Therapy · Bachelor Master in Nursing Sciences · Master
Nursing · Bachelor
PhD in Health Sciences · PhD Doutoramento em Ciências da Saúde · PhD

All Programs

Nursing

University of Madeira

Bachelor Aid

Speech Therapy

Fernando Pessoa University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Physiotherapy

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Bachelor STEM Aid

Medical Radiology

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Bachelor STEM Aid

Nutrition Science

Atlântica - Instituto Universitário

Bachelor STEM Aid

Pediatric Emergencies

Escola Superior de Saúde de Santa Maria

Certificate STEM

Breastfeeding

Escola Superior de Saúde de Santa Maria

Certificate STEM

Tissue Viability and Wounds

Escola Superior de Saúde de Santa Maria

Certificate STEM

Dental Medicine

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Master STEM

Nursing Management

Instituto Politécnico de Beja

Master STEM

Nursing

Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Bachelor

Pharmacy

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Master STEM

Physiotherapy

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Bachelor STEM

Nursing

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Biomedical Sciences

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

PhD STEM

Nutrition Sciences

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Bachelor STEM

Biomedical Sciences

Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Bachelor STEM

Radiology

Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Bachelor STEM

Pharmacy

Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Master STEM

Speech Therapy

Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Bachelor

Medical Laboratory Sciences

Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Bachelor STEM

Occupational Therapy

Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Bachelor

Physiotherapy

Instituto Politécnico de Coimbra

Bachelor

Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy

Instituto Politécnico de Santarém

Master

Nursing Sciences

Instituto Politécnico de Beja

Master

Nursing

Instituto Politécnico de Beja

Bachelor STEM

Sports Science

Instituto Piaget

Bachelor STEM

Clinical Nursing

Instituto Politécnico de Santarém

Master

Intervention in the Elderly

Instituto Politécnico de Santarém

Master

Pharmacy

Instituto Piaget

Master STEM

Master in Sports Training

Instituto Piaget

Master

Physiotherapy

Instituto Piaget

Bachelor STEM

Biomedical Sciences

Instituto Piaget

Bachelor STEM

Nursing

Instituto Piaget

Bachelor STEM

Master in Management of Health Services

Instituto Piaget

Master

Nutrition Sciences

Instituto Piaget

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Biomedical Sciences

Instituto Piaget

PhD STEM

Physical Education and Sport

Instituto Piaget

Bachelor

Gerontology

Instituto Piaget

Master

Occupational Therapy

Instituto Piaget

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor in Physical Education and Sport

Polytechnic Institute of Leiria

Bachelor

Sports Science

Polytechnic Institute of Bragança

Bachelor

Nursing

University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro

Bachelor STEM

Nursing

University of Algarve

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Health Sciences

Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde Egas Moniz

PhD STEM

Nursing

Instituto Politécnico de Santarém

Bachelor

Nursing

Polytechnic Institute of Bragança

Bachelor

Nursing in Community Health

Instituto Politécnico de Santarém

Master

Doutoramento em Ciências da Saúde

Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde Egas Moniz

PhD STEM

Veterinary Nursing

Polytechnic Institute of Bragança

Bachelor

Physiotherapy

Fernando Pessoa University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Dietetics and Nutrition

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Bachelor STEM Aid

Physiotherapy

Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Bachelor

Physiotherapy

Instituto Politécnico de Santarém

Bachelor

Nutrition Sciences

Instituto Politécnico de Coimbra

Bachelor

Gerontology

Instituto Politécnico de Beja

Master

Biomedical Laboratory Sciences

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Bachelor STEM Aid

Master in Nursing Sciences

Instituto Piaget

Master

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study General Health Sciences in Portugal?
Tuition for General Health Sciences programs in Portugal ranges from $1k–$4k/yr. 14% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $9k.
What are the English language requirements for General Health Sciences in Portugal?
English-taught General Health Sciences programs in Portugal typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many General Health Sciences programs are in Portugal?
Abroadly lists 58 General Health Sciences programs at 16 universities across Portugal. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are General Health Sciences programs in Portugal STEM-designated?
59% of General Health Sciences 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 General Health Sciences students?
Portugal is a strong choice for General Health Sciences with 16 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Portuguese, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for General Health Sciences in Portugal?
In Portugal, General Health Sciences programs are offered at: Bachelor (36 programs), Certificate (3 programs), Master (15 programs), PhD (4 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.