University of Aveiro

University of Aveiro (UA) is a public university located in Aveiro, Portugal.

The University of Aveiro (UA) was founded in 1973, in a context of expansion and renewal of Portuguese higher education. Its creation was promoted by a group of local academics and entrepreneurs, who saw the city of Aveiro as a potential center of education and research.

The first faculties of the university were the Faculty of Science and Technology and the Faculty of Economics and Management. The Faculty of Education was founded in 1975 and the Faculty of Arts and Design in 1996.

In the years since its founding, UA has grown rapidly. The university now offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate programs. UA has also become a leading research university, with a number of research centers and institutes.

One of the key figures in the history of UA is Professor José Veiga Simão, who served as the university's first rector. Simão was a visionary leader who was committed to creating a university that was both innovative and accessible to all. He played a key role in developing UA's unique educational model, which is based on interdisciplinarity and experiential learning.

Another important figure in UA's history is Professor Arlindo Cunha, who served as the university's second rector. Cunha was a leading researcher in the field of marine biology, and he helped to establish UA's reputation as a leading research university. He also played a key role in developing UA's international partnerships.

In recent years, UA has continued to grow and develop. The university has expanded its research facilities and has launched a number of new programs. UA has also become more internationalized, with students and faculty from all over the world.

Today, UA is a leading university in Portugal and Europe. The university is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. UA is also committed to social responsibility and to promoting sustainable development.

Based on the QS World University Rankings of 2024, University of Aveiro is positioned as the #344 top university in the world, which makes it the #3 top university in Portugal.

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2024 Ranking	#3
University Name	University of Aveiro
Name in Local Language	Universidade de Aveiro
Acronym	UA
Year Established	1973

Location

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Address	Campus Universitário de Santiago, Aveiro, Portugal
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Phone	+351 (234) 370 211
Fax	+351 (234) 370 985
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	Bachelor's Degrees	Master's Degrees	Doctorate Degrees	Diplomas
Arts & Humanities				n/a
Business & Social Sciences				n/a
Engineering				n/a
Language & Cultural Studies				n/a
Medicine & Health				n/a
Science & Technology				n/a

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International Students Allowed	Yes
Student Body	Men and Women

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