Abroadly

Study Social Sciences in Portugal 🇵🇹

Portugal offers 147 Social Sciences programs across 42 universities. Tuition ranges from $1k–$4k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students.

147 Programs
42 Universities
$1k–$4k/yr Tuition
5% STEM
21% Scholarships

Why Portugal for Social Sciences?

Living Cost

$9,000/yr

Full guide to studying in Portugal →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (66) Master (62) PhD (19)

Top Universities for Social Sciences in Portugal

University of Lisbon

Lisbon · National rank #1 · QS #230

Bachelor in Psychology · Bachelor Master in International Relations · Master
Instituto Superior de Agronomia

Lisbon · National rank #1 · QS #260

Development Studies · PhD
Catholic University of Portugal

Lisbon · National rank #1 · QS #781

Applied Psychology · Master Psychology · Bachelor Political Science and International Relations · Bachelor Theology · Master International Relations · Master
University of Porto

Porto · National rank #2 · QS #237

Sociology · Bachelor Psychology · Master
University of Coimbra

Coimbra · National rank #3 · QS #347

Bachelor in Psychology · Bachelor
Sociology · Bachelor Social Sciences (PhD) · PhD Applied Psychology · Master
University of Minho

Braga · National rank #5 · QS #566

Psychology · Bachelor
ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon

Lisbon · National rank #11 · QS #711

Social Work · Bachelor Psychology · Bachelor Sociology · Bachelor Anthropology · Bachelor Political Science · Bachelor
ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon

Lisbon · National rank #11 · QS #711

Sociology · Bachelor Political Science · Bachelor Social Work · Bachelor Psychology · Bachelor
University of Beira Interior

Covilhã · National rank #11

Psychology · Master Political Science and International Relations · Bachelor
University of Évora

Évora · National rank #11

Psychology · Master
Lusófona University

Lisbon · National rank #12 · QS #1201

Doctorate in Psychology · PhD Psychology · Master
Polytechnic Institute of Bragança

Bragança · National rank #13

Social Work · Bachelor
University of Madeira

Funchal · National rank #17

Communication, Culture & Organizations · Bachelor
Fernando Pessoa University

Porto · National rank #19

Criminology · Bachelor Psychology · Bachelor Humanitarian Action, Coop. & Dev. · Master Psychology of Justice · Master Clinical & Health Psychology · Master
Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Porto · National rank #19

PhD in Psychology · PhD PhD in Communication Sciences · PhD Master in Clinical Psychology · Master Communication Sciences · Bachelor Psychology · Bachelor Social Work · Bachelor Master in Communication Sciences · Master
Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Coimbra · National rank #20

Master in Social Work · Master Social Work · Bachelor Management of Social Economy Organizations · Master
Instituto Politécnico de Coimbra

Coimbra · National rank #20

Public Administration · Bachelor Social Work · Bachelor
Polytechnic Institute of Viseu

Viseu · National rank #21

Social Education · Bachelor
Polytechnic Institute of Leiria

Leiria · National rank #21

Master in Social Work · Master Bachelor in Social Work · Bachelor

All Programs

Bachelor in Psychology

University of Lisbon

Bachelor

Master in International Relations

University of Lisbon

Master

Social Education

Polytechnic Institute of Viseu

Bachelor Aid

Psychology

Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Bachelor Aid

Social Work

ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon

Bachelor Aid

Psychology

ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon

Bachelor Aid

Sociology

ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon

Bachelor Aid

Serviço Social (Social Work)

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Bachelor Aid

Gerontologia Social (Social Gerontology)

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Master Aid

Secretariado de Administração

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Bachelor Aid

Intervenção Social Escolar

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Master Aid

Gerontologia Social

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Master Aid

Criminology

Fernando Pessoa University

Bachelor Aid

Psychology

Fernando Pessoa University

Bachelor Aid

Humanitarian Action, Coop. & Dev.

Fernando Pessoa University

Master Aid

Psychology of Justice

Fernando Pessoa University

Master Aid

Social Gerontology

Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco

Bachelor Aid

Ciências Sociais

Universidade Aberta

Bachelor Aid

Estudos Europeus

Universidade Aberta

Bachelor Aid

Doutoramento em Psicologia

Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

PhD Aid

Psicologia

Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Bachelor Aid

Estudos sobre a Europa

Universidade Aberta

Master Aid

Development Studies

Instituto Superior de Agronomia

PhD Aid

Psicologia do Trabalho e da Saúde Ocupacional

Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Master Aid

Sociology

ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon

Bachelor

Political Science

ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon

Bachelor

Social Work

ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon

Bachelor

Communication, Culture & Organizations

University of Madeira

Bachelor Aid

Applied Psychology

Catholic University of Portugal

Master STEM

Psychology

Catholic University of Portugal

Bachelor STEM

Political Science and International Relations

Catholic University of Portugal

Bachelor

Sociology

University of Porto

Bachelor

Public Administration

Instituto Politécnico de Beja

Master

Master in Social Work

Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Master

Social Work

Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Bachelor

PhD in Psychology

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

PhD

PhD in Communication Sciences

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

PhD

Master in Clinical Psychology

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Master

Communication Sciences

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Bachelor

Psychology

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Bachelor

Social Work

Universidade Fernando Pessoa

Bachelor

Public Administration

Instituto Politécnico de Coimbra

Bachelor

Social Work

Instituto Politécnico de Coimbra

Bachelor

Psychology

Universidade Lusíada

Bachelor

Master in International Relations

Universidade Lusíada

Master

PhD in International Relations

Universidade Lusíada

PhD

Intervention in Social Work

Instituto Politécnico de Santarém

Master

Theology

Catholic University of Portugal

Master

Public Administration

Instituto Superior de Contabilidade e Administração de Lisboa

Bachelor

Sociology

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

Bachelor

Social Sciences (PhD)

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

PhD

Applied Psychology

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

Master

Social Work

Instituto Piaget

Bachelor

Master in Social Work

Instituto Piaget

Master

Psychology

Instituto Piaget

Bachelor

PhD in Psychology

Instituto Piaget

PhD

Doctorate in Psychology

Lusófona University

PhD

Communication Sciences

Instituto Piaget

Bachelor

Social Work

Polytechnic Institute of Guarda

Bachelor

Psychology

University of Beira Interior

Master

Psychology

University of Minho

Bachelor

Master in Social Work

Polytechnic Institute of Leiria

Master Aid

Bachelor in Social Work

Polytechnic Institute of Leiria

Bachelor Aid

Psychology

University of Évora

Master

Mestrado em Gerontologia Social

Escola Superior de Educação de Paula Frassinetti

Master

Mestrado em Serviço Social

Instituto Politécnico de Guarda

Master

Social Work

Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal

Bachelor

Master in Social Work

Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal

Master

Political Science and International Relations

University of Beira Interior

Bachelor

Communication Sciences

University of Aveiro

PhD

Mestrado em Intervenção Social e Comunitária

Instituto Politécnico de Guarda

Master

Mestrado em Estudos de Guerra

Instituto Universitário Militar

Master

Licenciatura em Ciências Militares (Cavalaria)

Instituto Universitário Militar

Bachelor

Mestrado em Ciências Militares

Instituto Universitário Militar

Master

Political Science

Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas

Bachelor

International Relations

Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas

Bachelor

Licenciatura em Ciências Militares (Infantaria)

Instituto Universitário Militar

Bachelor

Doutoramento em Ciências Militares

Instituto Universitário Militar

PhD

Sociology: Social Intervention, Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas

Master

Licenciatura em Ciências Militares (Artilharia)

Instituto Universitário Militar

Bachelor

Sociology

Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas

Bachelor

Public Administration

Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas

Bachelor

PhD in International Relations

Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas

PhD

Master in Political Communication

Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas

Master

PhD in Political Science

Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas

PhD

PhD in Public Administration

Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas

PhD

Master in European Studies

Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas

Master

Social Work

Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas

Bachelor

Master in Public Administration

Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas

Master

Master in Political Science

Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas

Master

Master in International Relations

Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas

Master

Licenciatura em Serviço Social

Escola Superior de Educação de Paula Frassinetti

Bachelor

Mestrado em Mediação Familiar

Escola Superior de Educação de Paula Frassinetti

Master

Mestrado em Intervenção Social e Comunitária

Escola Superior de Educação de Paula Frassinetti

Master

International Relations

Lusíada University

Bachelor

Master in International Relations

Lusíada University

Master

PhD in International Relations

Lusíada University

PhD

Psychology

Lusíada University

Bachelor

Master in Psychology

Lusíada University

Master

Mestrado em Arqueologia

Escola Naval

Master

Explore Other Fields in Portugal

Computer Science Business & Management Engineering Medicine & Health Law Arts & Design Education Natural Sciences Architecture Agriculture & Environment

Also Study Social Sciences in

🇦🇺 Australia 🇨🇦 Canada 🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇯🇵 Japan

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Social Sciences in Portugal?
Tuition for Social Sciences programs in Portugal ranges from $1k–$4k/yr. 21% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $9k.
What are the English language requirements for Social Sciences in Portugal?
English-taught Social Sciences programs in Portugal typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Social Sciences programs are in Portugal?
Abroadly lists 147 Social Sciences programs at 42 universities across Portugal. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Social Sciences programs in Portugal STEM-designated?
5% of Social 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 Social Sciences students?
Portugal is a strong choice for Social Sciences with 42 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Portuguese, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Social Sciences in Portugal?
In Portugal, Social Sciences programs are offered at: Bachelor (66 programs), Master (62 programs), PhD (19 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.