History
The Polytechnic Institute of Leiria (IPLeiria) began its activity in 1980 and is present in the Leiria and West region through its five schools, located in the cities of Leiria (School of Education and Social Sciences, School of Technology and Management and School of Health Sciences), Caldas da Rainha (School of Fine Art and Design) and Peniche (School of Tourism and Maritime Technology).
Education
IPLeiria has programmes in the areas of: Art and Design, Entrepreneurial and Juridical Sciences, Education and Communication, Engineering and Technology, Tourism and Health.
Research
IPLeiria has an Institute for Research, Development and Advanced Studies (INDEA); Technology Specialization Training Unit (FOR.CET); Distance Learning Unit (UED); Transfer Technology and Information Center (OTIC).
Polytechnic of Leiria Key Statistics & Highlights
- 25 Scholarships
- Public Institution Type
Polytechnic of Leiria Overview
Polytechnic of Leiria Scholarships
Polytechnic of Leiria Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to Polytechnic of Leiria. 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
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
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
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
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based
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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
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
Creative BioMart Scholarship Program
Merit-based
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Student services
The Academic Services Directorate (DSA) is responsible for the activity related to individual student processes, tuition fees, enrollment fees and other matters related to academic activity. On this page you can find important information about Academic Services.
Housing services
The Social Action Services of the Polytechnic of Leiria have seven Student Residences and a School Hotel , spread over the three campuses - Leiria, Caldas da Rainha and Peniche - in a total of 763 beds .
Library services
- Campus 1 Library (Leiria)
- José Saramago Library, Campus 2 (Leiria)
- Campus 3 Library (Caldas da Rainha)
- Campus 4 Library (Peniche)
ICT services
The Computer Services Department (DSI) exercises its action in the field of conservation of computer goods and equipment and of information and communication systems at the service of the Polytechnic of Leiria.
Medical services
Social Action Services provide the academic community of the Polytechnic of Leiria with conditions that guarantee their well-being.
As such, provide, at low cost, consultations General Practice, Gynecology / Family Planning , Dental Medicine, Sports Medicine , Occupational Medicine and Ophthalmology .
Campus life
This region, with a privileged location near the cost, is considered particularly interesting to live, study and work, not only for the diversity of the economical and material resources, but also for the richness and beauty of natural and cultural aspects – the identity of the region.
Sports facilities
The Polytechnic Institute of Leiria gives the students the opportunity to practice a wide range of sports through the sport sector of the Social Services.
This sector is organized in two different areas: leisure and competition. In this last one the Polytechnic of Leiria usually attends National Higher Education Championships organized by the Academic Federation of University Sports (known as FADU).
Accreditation
Politécnico de Leiria is accredited by the Portuguese Agency for Assessment and Accreditation of Higher Education, known as A3ES.
Polytechnic of Leiria Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Portugal Country
Leiria City
#2 Branch Campus
Portugal Country
Caldas da Rainha City
#3 Branch Campus
Portugal Country
Peniche City
#4 Branch Campus
Portugal Country
Marinha Grande City
Polytechnic of Leiria Student Reviews & Awards
4.5
Based on 20 reviews
- 5 Star 10 Reviews
- 4 Star 10 Reviews
- 3 Star 0 Reviews
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
Good side to study in IPL
The Polytechnic Of Leiria has a satisfactory infrastructure and good teachers. Specifically the Computer Engineering course purpose students an excellent bases to understand since easy to complex subject in your study field.
Enriching but sometimes redundant
I feel like the university had all the resources needed for me to learn about being a marine biologist but, although half the classes are practical, I think we could use a bit more practice outside of the school and in the real world with real working biologists.
Review
I really like the course because is more pratical then theoricall but some disciplines should change to teach the recent things and not things from the past.
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