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The Undergraduate Degree in International Studies capacitates students to critically analyze key contemporary global dynamics.
This undergraduate degree provides an innovative and interdisciplinary education, integrating international relations, political science, history, economy, law, and sociology with applied thematic areas such as energy, cybersecurity, migrations, sustainability and social movements. The program will be taught entirely in English and offers elective units and specializations that allow for the customization of the academic record. Students can also specialize in regions such as Europe, Africa, MENA, Asia, and Latin America. The course prepares professionals to work in international contexts, in the public and private sectors, as well as for the 2nd and 3rd cycle studies in International Studies or related fields.
The close association from the Undergraduate Degree with the Centre for International Studies (CEI-Iscte) strengthens the connection between teaching and practice. Through participation in applied research projects, contact with renowned specialists, and participation in conferences, workshops, and scientific events, students will have access to an excellent academic environment that complements and enhances their educational path.
Students will also be encouraged to take advantage of the more than 90 agreements that the Iscte School of Sociology and Public Policy maintains with higher education institutions worldwide, allowing them to undertake periods of international mobility under the Erasmus program.
2026/2027
| Unidades curriculares | Semester | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| Data in Science, Bussiness and Society | 1 | 6.0 |
| Extensive Research Methods | 1 | 6.0 |
| Global History of the Modern World | 1 | 6.0 |
| Introduction to International Studies | 1 | 6.0 |
| Political Economy and Globalization | 1 | 6.0 |
| Academic Work with Artificial Intelligence Optional Courses > Transversal Skills > Conditional > Conditional 1 | 2 | 2.0 |
| Critical Thinking Optional Courses > Transversal Skills > Conditional > Conditional 1 | 2 | 2.0 |
| Intensive Research Methods | 2 | 6.0 |
| Introduction to Design Thinking Optional Courses > Transversal Skills > Conditional > Conditional 2 | 2 | 2.0 |
| Introduction to the German Language Optional Courses > Transversal Skills > Conditional > Conditional 2 | 2 | 2.0 |
| Public International Law | 2 | 6.0 |
| Public Speaking with Drama Techniques Optional Courses > Transversal Skills > Conditional > Conditional 2 | 2 | 2.0 |
| Sociology of Globalization | 2 | 6.0 |
| Spanish Optional Courses > Transversal Skills > Conditional > Conditional 2 | 2 | 2.0 |
| The World after the Cold War | 2 | 6.0 |
| Writing Scientific and Technical Texts | 2 | 2.0 |
Recommended optative
| Unidades curriculares | Semester | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| Comparing Political Systems | 1 | 6.0 |
| Gender and International Studies | 1 | 6.0 |
| International Organizations and 21st Century Multilateralism | 1 | 6.0 |
| Sociology of International Migrations | 1 | 6.0 |
| War, Peace and Diplomacy | 1 | 6.0 |
| Development, Environment, and Sustainaiblity | 2 | 6.0 |
| Global Health | 2 | 6.0 |
| Social Movements and Protest | 2 | 6.0 |
| Technology, Economy and Society | 2 | 6.0 |
Recommended optative
| Unidades curriculares | Semester | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| Energy and Geopolitics | 1 | 6.0 |
| Interculturalism and International Communication | 1 | 6.0 |
| Introduction to Cybersecurity | 1 | 6.0 |
| Project Laboratory in International Studies | 1 | 6.0 |
| Africa and the World Optional Courses > Conditional Optional Course | 2 | 6.0 |
| European Institutions and Policies Optional Courses > Conditional Optional Course | 2 | 6.0 |
| Politics and Societies in Latin-America Optional Courses > Conditional Optional Course | 2 | 6.0 |
| Politics and Societies in the Middle East and North Africa Optional Courses > Conditional Optional Course | 2 | 6.0 |
| Politics, Economy and Societies in Asia Optional Courses > Conditional Optional Course | 2 | 6.0 |
| Research Laboratory in International Studies | 2 | 6.0 |
Recommended optative
A national candidate (or equivalent) is considered to be the one who:
A national or equivalent candidate competes for higher education through the National Competition for Access – National Call, managed entirely by the Directorate General for Higher Education (DGES). See here. That is, the application is not submitted or analyzed by Iscte, but by DGES.
1 Apart from the spouse, the unmarried partner is also eligible if accompanied by documentary evidence. | 2 Children over the age of 21 who remain dependent on the Portuguese/EU/EEA citizen or his/her spouse are also eligible. | 3 Children who live with the Portuguese/EU/EEA citizen or his/her spouse are also eligible.
| Entrance examinations minimum score | Minimum application score | Formula for calculating the application score |
|---|---|---|
| 95 | 100 | Secondary school average 50% + Entrance examination average 50% |
| Year | Value |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | 697.00 € |
| Year 2 | 697.00 € |
| Year 3 | 697.00 € |
An international candidate is considered to be one who:
An international candidate wishing to apply for an Iscte programme competes through a Special Competition, managed by Iscte – University Institute of Lisbon. In other words, the application is presented and analyzed by the Iscte, through the Candidature Analysis Commission of the undergraduate programme for which the candidate has applied.
International candidates who meet the respective screening and selection criteria available for consultation here (see under ranking and admission criteria), may apply for this Special Contest.
National international candidates from China should also consult this page.
International candidates who are nationals of Brazil should also consult this page.
The application is online, on our Fénix academic management platform.
To learn more about the application process, and to move forward with yours, please consult this page.
The enrolment and registration of candidates who have applied for the programme is subject to the payment of the registration fee.
The tuition applied to international students is available on the programme presentation page. The tuition fees regulations are mandatory to read and available here.
| Round | Start Date | End Date | Vacancies | Application fee | Reservation fee | candidacy.reservation_fee_international |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st round | Licenciatura/Undergraduate - International Student | 2025-12-15 09:30 | 2026-01-14 17:00 | 1 | 70.00 € | 200.00 € | 750.00 € |
| 2nd round | Licenciatura/Undergraduate - International Student | 2026-01-15 09:30 | 2026-02-25 17:00 | 1 | 70.00 € | 200.00 € | 750.00 € |
| 3rd round | Licenciatura/Undergraduate - Estudante Internacional | 2026-02-26 09:30 | 2026-04-06 17:00 | 1 | 70.00 € | 200.00 € | 750.00 € |
| 4th round | Licenciatura/Undergraduate - Estudante Internacional | 2026-04-07 09:30 | 2026-05-13 17:00 | 1 | 70.00 € | 200.00 € | 750.00 € |
| 5th round | Licenciatura/Undergraduate - Estudante Internacional | 2026-05-14 09:30 | 2026-06-24 17:00 | 1 | 70.00 € | 200.00 € | 750.00 € |
| Year | Value |
|---|---|
| 1st Year | 5500.00 € |
| 2nd Year | 5500.00 € |
| 3rd Year | 5500.00 € |
See the previous tab "International Candidate".
The application to this competition follows a previous stage of registration in the M23 tests, which are mandatory at Iscte, typically in July. Candidates who meet all the following conditions can apply for these tests:
Learn more here (Webpage in Portuguese).
The Special Competition for Holders of Double Certification Courses of Secondary Level and Specialized Artistic Courses is intended for candidates who meet all the following conditions:
This special contest is intended for candidates who meet all the following conditions:
Learn more here (Webpage in Portuguese).
This special contest is intended for candidates who meet all the following conditions:
Learn more here (Webpage in Portuguese)
If you are unsure about your candidates profile, please fill in the contact form.
In the public sector: national institutions, such as ministries and other central government bodies and regulatory agencies, and multilateral organizations, including the UN, the EU, or others. In the private sector: strategic consulting firms, media, international communications, risk analysis, or corporate sustainability. In the third sector: NGOs, think tanks, foundations, and organizations linked to education, research, development, human rights, and conflict mediation.