Overview

The objectives of the Contemporary History programme of the University of Porto are:

To problematize the historical dimensions of the contemporaneity.

To consolidate methodological approaches.

To develop investigation papers.

To elaborate an original dissertation.

Professional Abilities

Critic understanding of the contemporary reality.

Autonomous production of research.

Elaboration of historiographical texts.

Execution of inventories and documental routes.

Conception of didactic resources.

Organization of exhibitions and catalogues.

Employment Prospects

Public administration organisms and international organisms; Private Entities (enterprises, foundations, documentation and investigation centres, etc.);

Media; Cultural industries;

Tourism;

Scientific investigation;

Coordination of Contemporary History editions;

Teaching/Training.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods and Techniques

Contemporary Issues

Portugal Today

Supervision Seminar

Thesis Preparation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-25 00:00:00

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in Portuguese

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Porto, Portugal

Disciplines

Modern History

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A first degree (which corresponds to 180 ECTS) or legal equivalent.

A foreign academic degree conferred following a 1st cycle of studies organized according to the principles of the Bologna Process by a State acceding to this process.

A foreign academic degree that is recognized as meeting the objectives of the Bachelor's degree by the Faculty statutorily competent body.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

4000 EUR / year

≈ 4000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

1250 EUR / year

≈ 1250 EUR / year

Additional Details

CPLP International: 2200.00€

Living costs

Porto

Portugal

556 - 865 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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