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Institute of Social Sciences of the University of Lisbon

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The Institute of Social Sciences of the University of Lisbon is an interdisciplinary institution for research, teaching and outreach in the field of social sciences, with the mission to study contemporary societies, to provide postgraduate education in social sciences, and to carry out expanded university outreach activities and science-society dialogue.

History

Founded in 1962 under the name Gabinete de Investigações Sociais, it was one of the first research centre dedicated to social sciences in Portugal. In 1982, it was integrated into the University of Lisbon, changing its name to Institute of Social Sciences. The ICS is home to the first social sciences journal and the largest social sciences library in Portugal. 

Education

Since 1992, the ICS focuses on postgraduate education in the fields of History, Human Geography, Political Science, Social and Cultural Anthropology, Social Psychology and Sociology. Today, it offers 4 master’s programmes and 10 doctoral programmes, participating in consortiums both within the University of Lisbon and with other Portuguese universities.

Career

The ICS produces innovative research of international scope and global relevance on the multifaceted challenges of the contemporary world, encompassing Lusophone societies and their global intersections with other European, African, American, and Asian contexts. This research is carried out by seven Research Groups that contribute to the production of knowledge and societal impact within the framework of four Thematic Lines: Inclusion and Vulnerabilities, Citizenship, Sustainability, and Memories and Legacies.

Institute of Social Sciences of the University of Lisbon Key Statistics & Highlights

  • 44 Scholarships
  • 2 Academic Staff
  • 189 Students
  • 116 Students (int'l)
  • 99 Students (female)

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Institute of Social Sciences of the University of Lisbon Scholarships

Institute of Social Sciences of the University of Lisbon Scholarships

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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
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Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Summer courses of Lectures for Institutes of Languages from the University
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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
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Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
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Grant
Various benefits
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Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
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Headway
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based

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Moving Mates
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Grant
Various benefits
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Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
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IvyPanda
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Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
CryptoRunner Scholarship

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CryptoRunner
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
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Diamant Gerstein
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based

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ACES: The Society for Editing
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
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Pinsky Law
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
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Salvado Law
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
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Anonymous Hope Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
55 GBP
Deadline
18 Jun 2026
IELTS Morgan Terry Memorial IATEFL Scholarship
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IELTS from 6 to 9
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Student services

The Academic Management Service is dedicated to providing support on academic matters, such as applications, enrolments, evaluations, mobilities and certification, among others. They are the first point of contact, hosting all incoming students.

Housing services

The University of Lisbon provides accommodation for students enrolled in all study cycles who are displaced from their original residence and who are in need for accommodation to attend academic activities.Priority is given to displaced scholarship students and those attending the 1st and 2nd cycles.In the residential park there are mainly double rooms, single rooms and rooms adapted for people with reduced mobility. There are also, in a reduced numbers, some double apartments.

Library services

The ICS Library is specialised in the fields of Social Sciences, possessing a collection of approximately 50,000 printed volumes and approximately 30,000 periodical publications. It also allows access to a wide range of electronic resources from e-book and periodical databases.

ICT services

The computer network covers all ICS computers, including the classrooms and special computer rooms. Wireless access is also available across the campus.

Medical services

The University of Lisbon Medical Centre, available to all University of Lisbon members, is located at the Ajuda Campus, in the CEDAR facilities.A modern facility which has been newly renovated, the UL Medical Centre offers the following services:

  • Family doctor - family planning, ophthalmology
  • Dentist
  • Psychologist
  • Psychology Support Service for Students

Campus life

The ICS is located in the main campus of the University, in the heart of Lisbon. Here, you’ll find the Rectorate, canteens, university sports facilities, as well as many other Schools of the University with a very active student life. There is a wide variety of public transport options to the campus that can give you quick access to exploring more of the city. Close to the campus you will also find restaurants, supermarkets, pharmacies and banks.

Sports facilities

With sports facilities located at the Cidade Universitária Campus and the Ajuda Campus, it is the service of Universidade de Lisboa that promotes sport, health, and leisure.Open to the general community, with special pricing for the academic community, the University Stadium of Lisbon offers a diverse and high-quality range of sports activities, such as water sports, fitness programmes, team sports, combat sports, athletics, tennis, padel and golf, among others.

Accreditation

The ICS and all of its study programmes are accredited by the national accreditation agency, A3ES. The ICS is also an FCT Associate Laboratory since 2002 and has been ranked Excellent in every international panel for research centre evaluations in Portugal since 1996.

Institute of Social Sciences of the University of Lisbon Campus Locations

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Portugal Country
Lisbon City

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