Universidad Europea - UE vs University of Lisbon - ULisboa vs Universidade Católica Portuguesa – Porto vs Business and Economics School - ISG vs Nova School of Business and Economics

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Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Universidad Europea - UE (4.90)
Universidad Europea - UE: wins 2/7 categories
University of Lisbon - ULisboa: wins 0/7 categories
Universidade Católica Portuguesa – Porto: wins 4/7 categories
Business and Economics School - ISG: wins 0/7 categories
Nova School of Business and Economics: wins 1/7 categories
IADE Creative University - IADE: wins 0/7 categories
NOVA Medical School - NMS: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Business Administration in Management
Best programme: Management
Best programme: Law
Best programme: Management
Best programme: Design
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.33
4.02
4.27
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4.51
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3.70
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Location
4.00
4.24
4.43
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4.09
4.30
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Professors
4.29
3.97
4.53
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4.29
3.73
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Internationality
4.60
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3.84
4.37
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4.58
3.55
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Student life
4.11
4.11
4.23
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4.14
3.09
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Value
3.78
4.20
4.64
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4.36
3.18
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Accommodation
3.87
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3.39
3.79
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3.60
3.20
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Modern teaching and attractive campus
  • +Strong business opportunities and practical learning
  • +Supportive faculty and international exchange programs
  • +Excellent professors and inspiring academic environment
  • +High-quality facilities and welcoming campus life
  • +Strong academic reputation and diverse study programs
  • +Strong career preparation and practice-oriented learning
  • +Welcoming and supportive academic and peer community
  • +Excellent and well-equipped research facilities

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  • +High-quality, caring professors and practical, rigorous academics
  • +Strong international focus and global orientation
  • +Modern campus infrastructure and engaging, hands-on learning
  • +Inspiring and creative environment with supportive and industry-experienced faculty.
  • +Practical, project-based learning with accessible resources and active student life.
  • +Modern facilities and dynamic, international atmosphere fostering growth.

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Cons
  • -Unresponsive and unhelpful administrative staff.
  • -Teachers are indifferent and unsupportive of student learning.
  • -High costs for course materials.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology are a major concern.
  • -Insufficient parking and inefficient administrative processes cause frustration.
  • -Limited course variety and unengaging teaching methods are frequently mentioned.
  • -Lack of practical application and career relevance of course content.
  • -Poor administrative and management issues regarding grading transparency.

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  • -Poor internal organization and administrative issues.
  • -Outdated or impractical course content and teaching methods.
  • -Overcrowding and lack of study spaces on campus.
  • -Apathy from professors and unclear curriculum.
  • -Inadequate teaching and poor resource provision.
  • -Rudeness and harsh grading for self-taught material.

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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 performs exceptionally well in Location, boasting a rating of 4.24, closely followed by Value at 4.2 and Student Life at 4.11. Conversely, Accomodation emerges as the weakest area, receiving a rating of 3.39. Other aspects like Facilities, Professors, and Internationality fall within a respectable mid-range, indicating a generally positive but varied student experience.

This university demonstrates notable strengths in Value, with a score of 4.64, and Professors, rated at 4.53. Location and Internationality also received high marks. Conversely, Accommodations appear to be the weakest area, scoring 3.79. Facilities and Student Life are rated moderately well, indicating areas for potential improvement alongside its generally positive standing.

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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.

Examining the provided ratings, this institution demonstrates particular strengths in **Location**, achieving the highest score. Conversely, **Student Life** received the lowest rating among the assessed categories. Other areas like Facilities, Professors, Accomodation, Internationality, and Value fall within a moderate range, suggesting areas for potential improvement alongside recognized positive attributes.

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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.

University of Lisbon receives overwhelmingly positive feedback (~94%) from 84 reviews. Students praise excellent professors, strong academic reputation, and good facilities. A small amount of negative feedback (~0%) noted slow administrative processes.

93% of reviews are positive, highlighting excellent career opportunities, supportive professors, and practice-oriented courses. Modern facilities and a welcoming atmosphere are also frequently praised. A small amount of feedback notes disappointment with course content and exam transparency.

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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.

About 64% of reviews highlight an inspiring, creative environment with supportive faculty and practical learning. A small portion of feedback (around 9%) mentions apathy from some professors and issues with curriculum execution.

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Rating distribution
5★
36%
30%
65%
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53%
9%
0%
4★
62%
55%
28%
0%
40%
55%
0%
3★
18%
15%
3%
0%
4%
27%
0%
2★
2%
0%
3%
0%
1%
9%
0%
1★
2%
0%
3%
0%
3%
0%
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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.

Faculty of Law at University of Lisbon - Decent education in amazing city

Having recently concluded my Bachelor in Law at the University of Lisbon I am now able to look back and reflect on my experience. In summary, I would say the Faculty of Law stands out on four aspects: 1. Recognition - recognized as a top University in Portugal it definitely enhances career prospects, especially internationally. 2. Erasmus programs - I participated in two exchange programs, taking place in another Portuguese city and in the European Union. 3. Location and Student Life - the Faculty is located in the city center making it easy to enjoy the cosmopolitan life. There are several student activities throughout the year including parties and events. 4. Evaluation system - even though the curriculum is tough you get many opportunities to pass. Through participation, written exams or oral exams the evaluation period is long but allows you to keep trying. That being said, the Faculty definitely has its problems: 1. Professors - you never know what kind of class you will land on. Could be the best teacher you ever had, one that makes you interested and wanting to participate. Could be the worst you will ever be in contact with, intimidating and insulting making you want to quit. You will question your decision. 2. The Faculty does not care about you. Weather this is true or not you will, at some point, feel like the faculty does not care for its students' interests and problems. From changing evaluation methods and dates of exams in the middle of a semester to never getting answers back on important emails or waiting months for your grades to come out. Important note: This is not true for the staff workers, who will always offer you a smile and kind words! 3. Facilities - apart from the beautiful grandiose entrance the Faculty itself was very lacking. Some of the bathrooms were recently renovated but most remain dilapidated with every single door unable to properly close and lock. The amphitheaters are spacious but the classrooms fitting sometimes more than 30 students have crammed old desks and get especially cold during winter. The library is good but lacks space funneling the traffic to the study room, where the space is uncomfortable and lacking in outlets. Overall you will be able to cover all the bases related to law, in a challenging setting and enjoy all the great things Portugal has to offer, without breaking your bank account.

Sounds an Image - pomising yet incomplete course

Sound an Image is one of the 3 programmes from the School of the Arts. It is also, in my experience, the most neglected. This came in the form of less equipment available (priority given to the Cinema course), abysmal workshop conditions (very little space, missing or broken equipment) and not even a designated space where the Year 3 students could storage their Final Project material (I had to constantly fix or rebuild some of my materials). The curriculum itself is very good. Sound an Image is not a full on technical course, and the theoretical classes do help in developing an artistic sensibility and vision - the professors are also, for the most part, engaged and helpful. Lastly, we may have the poorest Student Association in Porto - low budget and little freedom. It's important to note that the programme has changed a lot along the years, recently going through changes on a yearly basis. Allegedly, upcoming students will have better conditions and equipment, as well as more practical projects. Closing remarks: in all honesty, I wouldn't go here without at least a half scholarship. I do not feel the full tuition matches the value of the course. However, Católica is more than a single programme. There's a lot of talks with speakers from different areas, from artists to cientists and other professional backgrounds. There's a psychology service with different workshops. There's a weekly cinema session organized by the Cinema students. There's all these extracurricular things that do bring their value to the school.

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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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