Universidad Europea - UE vs Nova School of Business and Economics vs Instituto Superior Miguel Torga - ISMT vs Coimbra Business School - ISCAC vs Coimbra Superior School of Education - ESEC

Side-by-side comparison from 179 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Universidad Europea - UE (4.90)
Universidad Europea - UE: wins 1/3 categories
Nova School of Business and Economics: wins 1/3 categories
Instituto Superior Miguel Torga - ISMT: wins 0/3 categories
Coimbra Business School - ISCAC: wins 0/3 categories
Coimbra Superior School of Education - ESEC: wins 0/3 categories
Coimbra Health School - ESTeSC: wins 1/3 categories
Instituto Superior de Engenharia de Coimbra - ISEC: wins 0/3 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Business Administration in Management
Best programme: Management
Best programme: Accounting
Best programme: Cinema
Best programme: Biomedical Sciences
Best programme: Computational Engineering
Category ratings
Facilities
4.33
4.51
Win
3.00
4.40
4.20
4.50
4.00
Location
4.00
4.09
4.00
4.40
4.60
5.00
5.00
Professors
4.29
4.29
4.00
4.60
4.60
4.50
3.67
Internationality
4.60
Win
4.58
3.00
4.40
4.20
4.00
4.00
Student life
4.11
4.14
4.00
4.80
4.80
4.50
4.33
Value
3.78
4.36
3.00
4.60
4.60
4.50
4.00
Accommodation
3.87
3.60
4.00
4.20
4.00
4.50
Win
4.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Modern teaching and attractive campus
  • +Strong business opportunities and practical learning
  • +Supportive faculty and international exchange programs
  • +High-quality, caring professors and practical, rigorous academics
  • +Strong international focus and global orientation
  • +Modern campus infrastructure and engaging, hands-on learning

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  • +Comprehensive and wide-ranging course content
  • +Supportive and available professors
  • +Strong academic atmosphere and community
  • +Engaging and practical curricula.
  • +Supportive and caring professors.
  • +Strong career preparation.
  • +Strong career and international opportunities
  • +Practical, hands-on learning experiences
  • +Practical, broad, and well-selected programs
  • +Helpful professors and engaging people
  • +Good campus facilities and location
Cons
  • -Unresponsive and unhelpful administrative staff.
  • -Teachers are indifferent and unsupportive of student learning.
  • -High costs for course materials.
  • -Poor internal organization and administrative issues.
  • -Outdated or impractical course content and teaching methods.
  • -Overcrowding and lack of study spaces on campus.

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  • -Poorly managed administrative processes cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and inadequate resources hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and unsupportive staff create difficulties.
  • -Administrative & management issues cause frequent frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning.
  • -Lack of effective communication and support from staff is a major concern.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Facilities are perceived as outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -The curriculum is frequently criticized for being irrelevant or poorly delivered.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a recurring problem.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support is a common complaint.
Rating summary
What students say

Overall, the university receives strong marks, particularly in **Internationality (4.6)** and **Facilities (4.33)**. Student Life and Professors also score well, both above 4.2. The weakest areas identified are **Accomodation (3.87)** and **Value (3.78)**, though these still represent a moderately positive rating.

This institution receives exceptional ratings in several key areas, notably **Internationality** (4.58) and **Facilities** (4.51), indicating a well-resourced and globally connected environment. **Professors** (4.29) and **Value** (4.36) also score very well. Conversely, **Accomodation** emerges as the weakest area, scoring significantly lower at 3.60, suggesting room for improvement in student housing options.

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This institution garners excellent feedback across most metrics, with student life standing out as its strongest area at 4.8. Facilities and location also received high marks (4.4), alongside internationality (4.4) and professors (4.6). Value for money is also rated favorably at 4.6. Accommodation appears to be the relative weakest point, though still rated well at 4.2.

This institution garners excellent feedback, particularly in student life, which received a stellar 4.8. Professors and location also score highly at 4.6, alongside value. Areas for potential improvement include accommodation, rated at 4.0, and facilities and internationality, both at 4.2, which represent the lowest scores in the provided data.

Consistently strong across most metrics, this institution boasts near-perfect scores for its exceptional location and impressive facilities. Professors and student life also receive very high marks. While student accommodation and overall value are highly rated, internationality stands out as the area with the most room for improvement, though still a solid rating.

This institution demonstrates considerable strengths, with an exceptional rating for its location. Student life is also highly regarded, alongside solid scores for facilities, accommodation, and internationality. However, the assessment reveals that professors represent the weakest area, receiving a comparatively lower score. Overall, the university presents a positive picture, particularly in its environment and student engagement.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Nearly 74% of 54 reviews are positive, highlighting modern teaching methods, spacious campuses, and good career opportunities. A small amount of negative feedback (~3.7%) notes administrative issues and unengaged instructors.

Approximately 96.6% of reviews are positive, highlighting qualified professors, an international environment, and practical, rigorous programs. A small percentage of negative feedback mentions poor organization and too many students.

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All 5 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.6/5. Students highlight comprehensive courses, excellent professors, and a strong academic atmosphere. No negative feedback was recorded.

All 5 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.4/5. Students praise the welcoming environment, excellent teaching quality, and supportive professors, with a particular highlight on sports programs and internship opportunities.

With a 4.5/5 average rating from 2 reviews, feedback is overwhelmingly positive (~100%). Students highlight excellent job opportunities and useful programs, including international connections. Some modules were noted as less professionally relevant.

With a 4.67/5 average rating from 3 reviews, ~100% of feedback is positive. Students highlight practical learning, helpful professors, and good facilities.

Rating distribution
5★
36%
53%
0%
60%
40%
50%
67%
4★
62%
40%
0%
40%
60%
50%
33%
3★
18%
4%
100%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
2%
1%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
2%
3%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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University Review

Excellent university, with experienced professors, professionals in the areas they teach and with an incomparable teacher-student proximity.It is a very good university for International students since thet offer Portuguese classes and some subjects are in English. In terms of infrastructure, despite being small and not having all the conditions and equipment, it brings together a pleasant environment for studying - in addition to very good cleaning conditions and modern rooms. At the administrative level, it is organized. As for the students, many are very interested in being there, excellent students and enormous dedication.

Amazing experience

Nova’s MSc in Finance is the best program in Portugal. The quality of the professors is notable, they are very approachable. Career opportunities are broad and limitless. The school’s campus is super modern, with many spots to study and to chill. It is located right next to the beach, which allows you to go for nice walks, surf sessions, and so on, to keep your work-life balance. Your peers will be highly motivated and highly skilled individuals, which creates the perfect environment for a great learning experience. Having that said, Nova is by far one of the best choices you can make.

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