Universidad Europea - UE vs Universidade do Minho vs Universidade Católica Portuguesa – Porto vs Nova School of Business and Economics vs Forward College

Side-by-side comparison from 457 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: SHG Universities (5.00)
Universidad Europea - UE: wins 0/5 categories
Universidade do Minho: wins 0/5 categories
Universidade Católica Portuguesa – Porto: wins 0/5 categories
Nova School of Business and Economics: wins 1/5 categories
Forward College: wins 2/5 categories
Universidade Católica Portuguesa – UCP – Braga: wins 0/5 categories
SHG Universities: wins 2/5 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Business Administration in Management
Braga, Portugal
3.80
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169 reviews
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Best programme: Marketing
Best programme: Law
Best programme: Management
Paris, France
4.90
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16 reviews
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Best programme: Politics and International Relations
Lisbon, Portugal
5.00
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1 reviews
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Best programme: International Hospitality Management
Category ratings
Facilities
4.33
3.90
4.24
4.63
Win
4.47
3.00
Not rated
Location
4.00
4.45
4.42
4.20
5.00
5.00
5.00
Professors
4.29
3.76
4.50
4.35
5.00
3.00
5.00
Internationality
4.60
3.82
4.30
4.57
4.75
4.00
5.00
Win
Student life
4.11
4.37
4.16
4.16
4.73
Win
4.00
4.00
Value
3.78
3.91
4.58
4.41
4.63
4.00
5.00
Win
Accommodation
3.87
3.69
3.58
3.67
4.33
Win
4.00
3.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Modern teaching and attractive campus
  • +Strong business opportunities and practical learning
  • +Supportive faculty and international exchange programs
  • +Excellent teaching and helpful staff
  • +Wide range of opportunities and activities
  • +Strong sense of community and supportive environment
  • +Supportive and approachable academic staff
  • +Practical, engaging, and English-taught courses
  • +Welcoming environment and well-equipped facilities
  • +Excellent campus facilities and location
  • +Strong academic programs and approachable, experienced professors
  • +Valuable career opportunities and skill development
  • +Engaging learning environment with interactive methods
  • +Diverse and international student community
  • +Unique multi-city European study experience

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  • +Practice-oriented approach and practical application of skills
  • +International perspective and understanding of the industry
  • +Teachers as current specialists
Cons
  • -Unresponsive and unhelpful administrative staff.
  • -Teachers are indifferent and unsupportive of student learning.
  • -High costs for course materials.
  • -Administrative and management issues hinder student support.
  • -Lack of financial support impacts academic activities.
  • -Teaching quality is inconsistent, with some professors lacking pedagogical skills.
  • -Repetitive and low-value course content lacking professional recognition.
  • -Excessive workload and overly demanding semester structure.
  • -Lack of transparency in grading and exam feedback.
  • -Poor internal organization and administrative issues.
  • -Outdated or low-value course content and teaching.
  • -Overcrowded facilities and excessive student enrollment.
  • -Administrative & management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment are a concern.
  • -Lack of transparency and communication is prevalent.

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  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are a consistent source of frustration.
  • -Students often complain about administrative inefficiency and poor communication.
  • -Course content is frequently perceived as irrelevant or not up-to-date.
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.

Assessing the university reveals a strong performance, particularly in **Location** (4.45) and **Student Life** (4.37). **Facilities**, **Internationality**, and **Value** also received solid scores above 3.8. The weakest areas, though still respectable, are **Accomodation** (3.69) and **Professors** (3.76).

This institution demonstrates significant strengths in several key areas. Professors and value received the highest marks, indicating strong academic and financial returns for students. Location and internationality also scored well. However, accommodation emerged as the weakest point, suggesting potential room for improvement in student housing offerings.

With a profile featuring notably high scores, this institution excels in its **Facilities**, rated at 4.63. It also demonstrates strong performance in **Internationality** (4.57) and **Value** (4.41). Conversely, the **Accomodation** received the lowest rating at 3.67, indicating a potential area for improvement, though other aspects like Professors and Student Life remain well-regarded.

This university garners excellent reviews, particularly excelling in its **professors and location**, both achieving perfect scores. Student life and internationality also stand out with scores above 4.7. Areas with slightly lower, though still strong, ratings include **facilities and accommodation**. Overall, the university presents a well-rounded positive student experience with high marks across most aspects.

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With outstanding scores in several key areas, this institution shines in **Professors**, **Location**, and **Internationality**, all receiving perfect marks. Student life is also highly regarded, scoring a 4. Accommodations are rated a 3, representing a moderate aspect. The university's weakest area by a significant margin is **Facilities**, which received a score of 0. Overall, the value proposition is excellent, also rated a 5.

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.

~74% of reviews are positive, highlighting academic opportunities, friendly communities, and helpful staff. A small minority (~5%) express concerns regarding disorganized programs and administrative/academic services.

~93% of reviews are positive, praising the university environment, practical courses, and supportive staff. A small portion (~7%) expressed disappointment with course content and job market relevance.

Around 97% of reviews are positive, highlighting excellent campus facilities, approachable professors with strong experience, and good career market connections. A small percentage of feedback mentioned poor organization and insufficient study space.

Students highly praise the interactive learning, international community, and opportunities for academic and personal growth. There are no negative reviews.

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With a single review, the university has a perfect 5/5 rating. The feedback highlights a strong professional stage, theoretical and practical understanding of the industry, and a practice-oriented approach with current specialists.

Rating distribution
5★
36%
21%
63%
55%
94%
0%
100%
4★
62%
47%
26%
39%
6%
0%
0%
3★
18%
27%
4%
3%
0%
100%
0%
2★
2%
4%
4%
1%
0%
0%
0%
1★
2%
1%
2%
2%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
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.

International Relations: Universidade do Minho

The services are horrible. Too many students for a very low staff that can’t handle and don’t have the info to help the students figure their problems out. Specifically the International Relations program: wasn’t great, but it changed and got worse. Some of the professors are great investigators, but not so great at teaching. I wouldn’t recommend either the University or the Bachelors. At least it’s affordable.

Great approach and professor-student relationship

My experience with this programme has been extremely positive. What I appreciated the most was the quality of the laboratory sessions, which allowed me to put theory into practice effectively. Furthermore, the close relationship between students and professors creates a stimulating and supportive academic environment. The professors genuinely care about our progress. I definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a solid and practical education.

Enriching international experience

My time at Nova Business School in Lisbon was truly incredible. The master's program in management offered a really complete set of courses that really helped me expand my knowledge and skills. It's completely customisable so there is a program for everyone. The faculty were really knowledgeable and supportive, which made the learning experience engaging. I particularly liked the diversity of students, which provided a global perspective and create really crazy international discussions. The school's also focus a lot on practical applications and real-world scenarios si it helped me prepare for the challenges in the business world. The campus is also incredible. I wholeheartedly recommend Nova Business School to anyone looking to advance their career in management or in any business orientations. The blend of academic rigor, international students, and practical experience makes it an ideal choice.

Great modern university approach

I am currently a 3rd year student at Forward College and I have thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would recommend it to other students. The interactive approach of Forward where questions, debate, and discussion were encouraged enhanced my learning so much and I feel like I genuinely enjoyed every class. Having the experience of living in 3 different cultures, surrounded by people from all over the world made this experience even more special and helped me develop and grow in so many ways. Another aspect I have loved are the professors. Speaking with friends at other university I am so grateful to have teachers that actually know us, are excited to teach and interact with us, and will always take the time to help you.

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