History
Became a Public University in 1986, although its history also includes a heritage received from its predecessor, the Vila Real Polytechnic Institute, created in 1973. This Institute took on a relevant role in the development of the region, and in September 1979, it was converted into the Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro Higher Education Institute.
Education
UTAD offers a wide assortment of programme studies ranging from graduation to masters and doctorates within different study areas distributed by 5 schools: Agrarian and Veterinary Sciences, Human and Social Sciences, Sciences and Technology, Life and Environment Sciences and Vila Real Higher Education Nursing School.
Research
- Animal and Veterinary Research Centre (CECAV)
- Rehabilitation and Accessibility Engineering Centre (CERTIC)
- Centre for Language and Literature Studies (CEL)
- Centre for Transdisciplinary Development Studies (CETRAD)
- Genomics and Biotechnology Research Centre (CGB)
- Research Centre in Sports, Health sciences and Human Development (CIDESD)
- Centre for Research and Technology of Agro-Environmental and Biological Sciences (CITAB)
- Centre for Mathematics (CM)
- Vila Real Chemistry Research Centre (CQ-VR)
Universidade de Tras os Montes e Alto Douro Key Statistics & Highlights
- #1201 Ranking
- 24 Scholarships
- 581 Academic Staff
- 6,687 Students
- 401 Students (int'l)
- 3,812 Students (female)
Universidade de Tras os Montes e Alto Douro Overview
Universidade de Tras os Montes e Alto Douro Scholarships
Universidade de Tras os Montes e Alto Douro Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to Universidade de Tras os Montes e Alto Douro. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Summer courses of Lectures for Institutes of Languages from the University
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1550 EUR
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
ELES-Scholarship (Ernst-Ludwig-Ehrlich-Studienwerk)
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
22 Jun 2026
Lawyers of Tomorrow Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Francesca Norris Memorial Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Financial Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
BOC Sciences Chemistry Scholarship Program
Merit-based
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Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
International Conference Scholarship
Merit-based
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Universidade de Tras os Montes e Alto Douro Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top 20.5% Portugal
Top 23.7% Worldwide
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
Best Global Universities Rankings
1582
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 19 places compared to 2025
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1281 | 1563 | 1582 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
World University Rankings
1201
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 801 | - | 1201 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Housing services
GRIM (International Office) is the service in UTAD that supports students, teachers and staff to go abroad under different mobility programmes and cooperation agreements. We also support all incoming mobilities.
Library services
The Documentation and Library service’s foremost goal is to support investigation, knowledge and information, making all resources accessible so there can be a better development and cultural citizen’s upbringing.
ICT services
According to UTAD’s new statutes, the IT and Communication Services have replaced the former IT Centre.
Internet Access at UTAD is ensured by these services, but the Internet Connection is provided by the National Foundation for Scientific Computing (Fundação de Cáculo Científico Nacional), of which UTAD is a member.
Universidade de Tras os Montes e Alto Douro Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Portugal Country
Vila Real City
Universidade de Tras os Montes e Alto Douro Student Reviews & Awards
4.5
Based on 11 reviews
- 5 Star 6 Reviews
- 4 Star 4 Reviews
- 3 Star 1 Review
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
Best option in Portugal
I have adquired plenty of knowledge in my area of interest.
My experience at UTAD
Starting by talking about the study plan, I think the plan is very well structured and complete, however I miss a more practical experience included in the degree, such as an internship. This university offers internships in most of its courses, but not in Management. The teachers are very close to the students, for them we are more than a number, as they are concerned with us and our future, always trying to give us the best education. All structures, whether classrooms or libraries, are very pleasant. Overall I recommend this university.
Conditions
The University where I study is acceptable. However there are minor aspects that make it less interesting like the roads are usually in bad condition. Apart of that, the campus is very green and in my opinion its very pleasant.
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