Masters in Economics in Portugal

Study Economics in Portugal

If you are looking for a master’s in economics, Portugal is a great option. Portugal is growing into a major international study destination. There is an increasing number of graduate degrees offered fully or partially in English. Portugal offers two types of higher education institutions. You can choose between research-driven universities and more practice-oriented polytechnics. Portugal is also home to one of the oldest universities in Europe and the world – University of Coimbra as well as many other great academic institutions, including NOVA School of Business and Economics, ISCTE-University Institute of Lisbon, Catholic University of Portugal, University of Lisbon, and University of Porto.

Portugal is attracting thousands of international students every year with fairly cheap tuition fees and living costs, great weather, delicious food, and amazing beaches. The Portuguese educational system balances theory and practice, offering students plentiful hands-on experience mixed with lectures and classroom time. Get a solid training in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, engage with the rich culture and enjoy international atmosphere in cities like Lisbon, Porto or Coimbra.

Key Information

• Academic year: September – June
• Course length: 1-2 years
• Type of degrees: Master of Science (M.Sc.), Master of Arts (M.A.), Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
• Fees: between €500 and €2,500/year at public universities, starting from €7,000/year at private universities
• Scholarships: Erasmus Mundus, DGES Grants, FCT Studentships, Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation Scholarships, scholarships from Portuguese universities
• Living costs: €700 – €900 (Lisbon most expensive)
• Average starting salary: €28,000 for economists with masters (INOMICS Salary Report)