Study General Law in Portugal 🇵🇹

Portugal offers 35 General Law programs across 16 universities. Tuition ranges from $1k–$5k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students. 43% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid — one of the higher rates globally for General Law.

35 Programs

16 Universities

$1k–$5k/yr Tuition

43% Scholarships

Why Portugal for General Law?

Living Cost

$9,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (17) Master (10) PhD (6) Diploma (2)

Top Universities for General Law in Portugal

University of Lisbon

Lisbon · National rank #1 · QS #230

PhD in Law · PhD

Catholic University of Portugal

Lisbon · National rank #1 · QS #781

Law (Master's) · Master Law (PhD) · PhD Law · Bachelor

University of Porto

Porto · National rank #2 · QS #237

Law · Master

University of Coimbra

Coimbra · National rank #3 · QS #347

Bachelor in Law · Bachelor

University of Minho

Braga · National rank #5 · QS #566

Law · Bachelor

Lusófona University

Lisbon · National rank #12 · QS #1201

Doctorate in Law · PhD Law · Bachelor Law and Legal Science · Master

University of the Azores

Ponta Delgada · National rank #16

Law · Bachelor

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Porto · National rank #19

Law · Bachelor

Escola Superior de Gestão de Idanha-a-Nova

Idanha-a-Nova · National rank #22

Solicitadoria (Legal Services/Soliciting) · Bachelor Legal Services and Registry (Serviços Jurídicos e de Registo) · Diploma Legal Services · Diploma

Instituto Politécnico de Castelo Branco

Castelo Branco · National rank #22

Licenciatura em Solicitadoria · Bachelor

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Castelo Branco · National rank #27

Solicitadoria (Solicitorship/Law) · Bachelor Solicitorship · Bachelor Business Solicitorship · Master Solicitadoria Empresarial · Master

Universidade Lusíada

Lisbon · National rank #28

Law · Bachelor PhD in Law · PhD Master in Law · Master

Instituto Superior de Entre Douro e Vouga

Santa Maria da Feira · National rank #62

Solicitadoria · Bachelor

Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Portimão · National rank #66

Law · Bachelor Labour and Social Security Law · Master Doutoramento em Direito · PhD Direito · Bachelor

Instituto Politécnico da Maia

Maia · National rank #67

Legal Studies · Master Legal Studies - Solicitors (Solicitadoria) · Bachelor Legal Studies (Solicitadoria) · Master Legal Studies - Solicitors · Bachelor

Lusíada University

Lisbon

PhD in Law · PhD Law · Bachelor Master in Law · Master

All Programs

PhD in Law

University of Lisbon

Law

Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Labour and Social Security Law

Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Legal Studies

Instituto Politécnico da Maia

Solicitadoria (Solicitorship/Law)

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Solicitorship

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Business Solicitorship

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Solicitadoria (Legal Services/Soliciting)

Escola Superior de Gestão de Idanha-a-Nova

Legal Services and Registry (Serviços Jurídicos e de Registo)

Escola Superior de Gestão de Idanha-a-Nova

Doutoramento em Direito

Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Legal Studies - Solicitors (Solicitadoria)

Instituto Politécnico da Maia

Legal Studies (Solicitadoria)

Instituto Politécnico da Maia

Law (Master's)

Catholic University of Portugal

Law (PhD)

Catholic University of Portugal

Law

University of the Azores

Law

Catholic University of Portugal

Law

University of Porto

Law

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Law

Universidade Lusíada

PhD in Law

Universidade Lusíada

Master in Law

Universidade Lusíada

Licenciatura em Solicitadoria

Instituto Politécnico de Castelo Branco

Doctorate in Law

Lusófona University

Direito

Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Law

University of Minho

PhD in Law

Lusíada University

Law

Lusíada University

Legal Studies - Solicitors

Instituto Politécnico da Maia

Bachelor in Law

University of Coimbra

Law

Lusófona University

Law and Legal Science

Lusófona University

Solicitadoria

Instituto Superior de Entre Douro e Vouga

Solicitadoria Empresarial

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Legal Services

Escola Superior de Gestão de Idanha-a-Nova

Master in Law

Lusíada University

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study General Law in Portugal?

Tuition for General Law programs in Portugal ranges from $1k–$5k/yr. 43% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $9k.

What are the English language requirements for General Law in Portugal?

English-taught General Law programs in Portugal typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.

How many General Law programs are in Portugal?

Abroadly lists 35 General Law programs at 16 universities across Portugal. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.

Is Portugal a good country for General Law students?

Portugal is a strong choice for General Law 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 Law in Portugal?

In Portugal, General Law programs are offered at: PhD (6 programs), Bachelor (17 programs), Master (10 programs), Diploma (2 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.