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Universidade Catolica Portuguesa

Lisbon and Porto, Portugal · Private university · established 1967

Bachelor's, Master's, PhDLast checked: 25 October 2026
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Overview

Quick answer: Universidade Catolica Portuguesa is a private university in Lisbon and Porto, Portugal, offering bachelor's, master's, phd programmes. Indicative international tuition is EUR 8,000 to EUR 25,000 a year; many postgraduate programmes ask for IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Private Catholic university; Catolica Lisbon business school fees are higher.

Location

Lisbon and Porto, Portugal

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Type

Private

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Established

1967

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Levels

Bachelor's, Master's, PhD

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Indicative tuition

EUR 8,000 to EUR 25,000 a year

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In taka (approx.)

about BDT 11.3 lakh to BDT 35.2 lakh a year

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English (typical PG)

IELTS 6.5 overall or equivalent

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Official website

www.ucp.pt/en

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Popular subject areas

Subject areas where Universidade Catolica Portuguesa offers programmes. Open a subject to compare other universities.

Business & MBAEconomics & FinanceLawNursing & Health SciencesArts, Design & Humanities

Fees and cost of study (estimate in BDT)

Item (per year)EURBDT (approx.)
Tuition (mid-range estimate)EUR 16,500BDT 23.3 lakh
Living costs (typical, 12 months)EUR 10,200BDT 14.4 lakh
Total first yearEUR 26,700BDT 37.6 lakh

Estimate only, using rates of 25 October 2026. The official visa funds rule for Portugal is in our Portugal guide.

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Admission requirements and documents

Typical documents for Bangladeshi applicants. The programme page decides the final list.

  • Passport valid for the whole course (renew early if it expires within 18 months)
  • SSC and HSC (or O/A level) certificates and mark sheets; bachelor's certificate and transcript for postgraduate study
  • English test result (IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT or Duolingo, as the university accepts) or a medium-of-instruction letter where accepted
  • Statement of purpose or motivation letter written by you, plus CV
  • Two recommendation letters where the programme asks for them
  • Sponsor documents: bank statement and solvency certificate, sponsor's income proof, TIN and tax return acknowledgement
  • Birth certificate or NID; names and dates must match the passport and certificates

Student visa for Portugal

Students apply for a study visa and then a residence permit through AIMA.

  1. Shortlist programmes on the universities' own websites and check entry requirements for Bangladeshi certificates.
  2. Apply and receive the admission or acceptance letter.
  3. Get SSC/HSC/degree certificates attested (Education Board / Ministry of Education and MOFA) and translated if required.
  4. Prepare funds, sponsor documents and insurance, then apply for the study visa.
  5. Book travel only after the visa or entry permit is issued.

Full Portugal guide

Scholarships to look at

Also check the university's own scholarships page. No scholarship is guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

What is the tuition fee at Universidade Catolica Portuguesa for Bangladeshi students?

Indicative tuition is EUR 8,000 to EUR 25,000 a year (about BDT 11.3 lakh upwards). Fees differ by programme and year, so check the official fee page before you apply.

What IELTS score does Universidade Catolica Portuguesa need?

Many postgraduate programmes ask for about IELTS 6.5 overall, but some programmes ask for more. Check the English requirement on the programme page.

Can Bangladeshi students apply to Universidade Catolica Portuguesa?

Yes. Bangladeshi applicants apply as international students. Entry depends on the programme's academic, English and document requirements.

How do I get a student visa for Portugal?

After you receive your offer, follow the Portugal student visa steps in our Portugal guide. Our counsellors can review your file before you submit.

Sources

Decisions are made by the university and the immigration authority. Fees and rules change, so confirm before you pay.

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