Overview
Universidade da Beira Interior Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde is located in Covilhã, Portugal. Established in 1986, the faculty began its medical program in 2001. It offers a range of healthcare programs and is accredited by the Portuguese Agency for Assessment and Accreditation of Higher Education (A3ES) and recognized by the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME).
Programs Offered
The faculty provides the following healthcare programs:
– Mestrado Integrado em Medicina (Integrated Master’s in Medicine)
– Biomedical Sciences
– Pharmaceutical Sciences
– Nursing
– Other health-related programs
Accreditation and Recognition
Universidade da Beira Interior Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde holds accreditation from the Portuguese Agency for Assessment and Accreditation of Higher Education (A3ES). It is also recognized by the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME), ensuring its programs meet international standards.
Enrollment and Tuition Fees
The faculty enrolls approximately 1,500 students across all programs. Tuition fees are structured as follows:
– EU students: ~€1,063 per year.
– Non-EU students: ~€7,000 per year.
Application Requirements
Prospective students must meet the following requirements:
– High school diploma or equivalent.
– Completion of the National Exam for Access to Higher Education in Portugal.
– Proficiency in Portuguese (for international students).
– Submission of academic transcripts and other required documents.
Admissions
Universidade da Beira Interior Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde admits students of all genders and welcomes international applicants. For inquiries, contact the admissions office at saude@ubi.pt.
Global Standing
As of 2023, the faculty is not ranked in the QS World University Rankings. However, its accreditation and recognition by WFME highlight its commitment to quality education in the health sciences.
Contact Information
For further information, reach out to the admissions team via email at saude@ubi.pt.