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Study Law in Portugal 🇵🇹

Portugal offers 39 Law programs across 19 universities. Tuition ranges from $1k–$5k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students. 41% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid — one of the higher rates globally for Law.

39 Programs
19 Universities
$1k–$5k/yr Tuition
41% Scholarships

Why Portugal for Law?

Living Cost

$9,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (17) Master (13) PhD (6) Diploma (3)

Top Universities for 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
Public Policy · Master
University of Minho

Braga · National rank #5 · QS #566

Law · Bachelor
Lusófona University

Lisbon · National rank #12 · QS #1201

Law · Bachelor Doctorate in Law · PhD 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 Empresarial · Master Solicitadoria (Solicitorship/Law) · Bachelor Solicitorship · Bachelor Business Solicitorship · Master
Universidade Lusíada

Lisbon · National rank #28

Law · Bachelor PhD in Law · PhD Master in Law · Master
Atlântica - Instituto Universitário

Oeiras · National rank #51

Security and Civil Protection · Master Security Director Course · Diploma
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 · Bachelor Legal Studies - Solicitors (Solicitadoria) · Bachelor Legal Studies (Solicitadoria) · Master
Master in Law · Master PhD in Law · PhD Law · Bachelor
Pós-Graduação em Direitos Humanos e Cidadania · Master

All Programs

PhD in Law

University of Lisbon

PhD

Bachelor in Law

University of Coimbra

Bachelor

Law

Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Bachelor Aid

Labour and Social Security Law

Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Master Aid

Legal Studies

Instituto Politécnico da Maia

Master Aid

Legal Studies - Solicitors

Instituto Politécnico da Maia

Bachelor Aid

Solicitadoria Empresarial

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Master Aid

Solicitadoria (Solicitorship/Law)

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Bachelor Aid

Solicitorship

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Bachelor Aid

Business Solicitorship

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Master Aid

Solicitadoria (Legal Services/Soliciting)

Escola Superior de Gestão de Idanha-a-Nova

Bachelor Aid

Legal Services and Registry (Serviços Jurídicos e de Registo)

Escola Superior de Gestão de Idanha-a-Nova

Diploma Aid

Security and Civil Protection

Atlântica - Instituto Universitário

Master Aid

Security Director Course

Atlântica - Instituto Universitário

Diploma

Legal Services

Escola Superior de Gestão de Idanha-a-Nova

Diploma Aid

Doutoramento em Direito

Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

PhD Aid

Direito

Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Bachelor Aid

Legal Studies - Solicitors (Solicitadoria)

Instituto Politécnico da Maia

Bachelor Aid

Legal Studies (Solicitadoria)

Instituto Politécnico da Maia

Master Aid

Solicitadoria

Instituto Superior de Entre Douro e Vouga

Bachelor

Law (Master's)

Catholic University of Portugal

Master

Law (PhD)

Catholic University of Portugal

PhD

Law

Catholic University of Portugal

Bachelor

Law

University of the Azores

Bachelor

Law

University of Porto

Master

Law

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Bachelor

Law

Universidade Lusíada

Bachelor

PhD in Law

Universidade Lusíada

PhD

Master in Law

Universidade Lusíada

Master

Licenciatura em Solicitadoria

Instituto Politécnico de Castelo Branco

Bachelor

Public Policy

Instituto Superior de Ciências do Trabalho e da Empresa (ISCTE)

Master

Law

Lusófona University

Bachelor

Doctorate in Law

Lusófona University

PhD

Law and Legal Science

Lusófona University

Master

Law

University of Minho

Bachelor

Master in Law

Lusíada University

Master

PhD in Law

Lusíada University

PhD

Law

Lusíada University

Bachelor

Pós-Graduação em Direitos Humanos e Cidadania

Instituto Superior de Estudos Interculturais e Transdisciplinares de Almada

Master

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Law in Portugal?
Tuition for Law programs in Portugal ranges from $1k–$5k/yr. 41% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $9k.
What are the English language requirements for Law in Portugal?
English-taught Law programs in Portugal typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Law programs are in Portugal?
Abroadly lists 39 Law programs at 19 universities across Portugal. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Is Portugal a good country for Law students?
Portugal is a strong choice for Law with 19 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Portuguese, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Law in Portugal?
In Portugal, Law programs are offered at: PhD (6 programs), Bachelor (17 programs), Master (13 programs), Diploma (3 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.