International Relations Office:
* UCP's relations with foreign universities and various Associations of Universities.
* Contacts with the international institutions, for the exploration, collection and processing of information on projects in the areas of education, cultural and scientific.
* Information to the CPU units on the various educational projects, cultural and scientific international in scope.
* Promote and support the exchange of professors and students between the CPU and foreign universities.
* Coordination of the mobility of students and teachers as part of international programs such as Erasmus, ALBAN, Luso-Brazilian Santander Scholarships.
International Student Guide
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Catholic University Services
FCH-Católica sharing the space of the Campus of the Catholic University of Lisbon, privileged in this way, our students' access to various existing services.
* LIBRARY - Computer rooms (Open Space)-
* WIRELESS NETWORK (in all space on campus)
* BOOKSTORE
* CENTER COPIES
* STUDENT STORE
* GAPA (Student Support Office)
* Canteens and bars
* CHAPEL
* FEMALE UNIVERSITY RESIDENCE
* CAR PARK
* LIBRARY - Computer rooms (Open Space)-
* WIRELESS NETWORK (in all space on campus)
* BOOKSTORE
* CENTER COPIES
* STUDENT STORE
* GAPA (Student Support Office)
* Canteens and bars
* CHAPEL
* FEMALE UNIVERSITY RESIDENCE
* CAR PARK
FCH-Catholic Services
Secretariats
Function to monitor the students through the completion of all administrative tasks inherent in the process of school achievement, such as: registration, scheduling, allocation of classrooms and display of outcomes assessment as well as providing other information of character general student interest.
Contacts
Cursos de Licenciatura em Comunicação Social e Cultural e Línguas Estrangeiras Aplicadas
Fátima Mergulhão
Telefone: 21 721 4195
E_mail: fmergulhao@fch.ucp.pt
Curso de Licenciatura em Serviço Social
Ana Morais
Telefone: 21 721 4202
E_mail: amorais@fch.ucp.pt
Escola de Pós-Graduação
Telefone: 21 721 4193/99
E_mail: epgfa@fch.ucp.pt
Cursos de Mestrado em Ciências da Comunicação, Estudos de Cultura, Línguas Estrangeiras Aplicadas (TEFL) e Filosofia
Cristina Nunes
Telefone: 21 721 4194
E_mail: cnunes@fch.ucp.pt
Cursos de Doutoramento em Ciências da Comunicação e Estudos de Cultura
Cristina Nunes
Telefone: 21 721 4194
E_mail: cnunes@fch.ucp.pt
Cursos de Mestrado e Doutoramento em Serviço Social
Ana Morais
Telefone: 21 721 4202
E_mail: amorais@fch.ucp.pt
Erasmus
Clementina Santos
Telefone: 21 721 4204
E_mail: c.santos@fch.ucp.pt
Secretariado da Direcção
Assessora da Direcção
Cristina Morgado
Telefone: 21 721 4190
E_mail: cmorgado@fch.ucp.pt
Secretária da Coordenação das Áreas Científicas
Elisabete Carvalho
Telefone: 21 721 4199
E_mail: ecarvalho@fch.ucp.pt
Function to monitor the students through the completion of all administrative tasks inherent in the process of school achievement, such as: registration, scheduling, allocation of classrooms and display of outcomes assessment as well as providing other information of character general student interest.
Contacts
Cursos de Licenciatura em Comunicação Social e Cultural e Línguas Estrangeiras Aplicadas
Fátima Mergulhão
Telefone: 21 721 4195
E_mail: fmergulhao@fch.ucp.pt
Curso de Licenciatura em Serviço Social
Ana Morais
Telefone: 21 721 4202
E_mail: amorais@fch.ucp.pt
Escola de Pós-Graduação
Telefone: 21 721 4193/99
E_mail: epgfa@fch.ucp.pt
Cursos de Mestrado em Ciências da Comunicação, Estudos de Cultura, Línguas Estrangeiras Aplicadas (TEFL) e Filosofia
Cristina Nunes
Telefone: 21 721 4194
E_mail: cnunes@fch.ucp.pt
Cursos de Doutoramento em Ciências da Comunicação e Estudos de Cultura
Cristina Nunes
Telefone: 21 721 4194
E_mail: cnunes@fch.ucp.pt
Cursos de Mestrado e Doutoramento em Serviço Social
Ana Morais
Telefone: 21 721 4202
E_mail: amorais@fch.ucp.pt
Erasmus
Clementina Santos
Telefone: 21 721 4204
E_mail: c.santos@fch.ucp.pt
Secretariado da Direcção
Assessora da Direcção
Cristina Morgado
Telefone: 21 721 4190
E_mail: cmorgado@fch.ucp.pt
Secretária da Coordenação das Áreas Científicas
Elisabete Carvalho
Telefone: 21 721 4199
E_mail: ecarvalho@fch.ucp.pt
Faculdade de Ciências Humanas - FCH-Católica
Built in 1972, the Faculty of Humanities is a young faculty with extensive experience: has qualified faculty that includes over one hundred and fifty professionals working in six major scientific disciplines: Philosophy, Science Communication, Languages and Literature, Social Sciences , History and Art and Heritage.
FCH-Católica currently offers five undergraduate programs, attended by over a thousand students, fifteen master's and three doctoral courses.
Students have an important library with more than 200,000 works for consultation, loan, Domestic service, interlibrary loan, photocopying on a self-service, reading spaces and offices, as well as restaurants, bars and an open space with free access Internet, ability to print files, and a private area on disk where information can be saved.
Prof.ª Doutora Isabel Capeloa Gil
Directora da Faculdade de Ciências Humanas
FCH-Católica currently offers five undergraduate programs, attended by over a thousand students, fifteen master's and three doctoral courses.
Students have an important library with more than 200,000 works for consultation, loan, Domestic service, interlibrary loan, photocopying on a self-service, reading spaces and offices, as well as restaurants, bars and an open space with free access Internet, ability to print files, and a private area on disk where information can be saved.
Prof.ª Doutora Isabel Capeloa Gil
Directora da Faculdade de Ciências Humanas
A Universidade Católica Portuguesa
A Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP) é uma instituição de utilidade pública não estatal, sem fins lucrativos, criada em 1967 a pedido de Bispos Portugueses ao abrigo da Concordata entre a Santa Sé e Portugal, canonicamente erecta pela Congregação da Educação Católica, e reconhecida pelo Estado Português em 1971 (Decreto-Lei n.º 307/71). Actualmente, o seu enquadramento jurídico obedece ao disposto no Decreto-Lei n.º 128/90, de 17 de Abril.
Alguns dos objectivos fundamentais da Universidade Católica Portuguesa são: o incremento da cultura nos planos intelectual, artístico, moral e espiritual; a promoção da investigação e do ensino superior; a preparação de quadros para a sociedade; a criação de uma autentica comunidade universitária e a sua inserção na realidade portuguesa; e a promoção dos valores culturais da comunidade nacional.
A UCP encontra-se sujeita a um sistema misto de governo e administração superior, combinando as responsabilidades da Igreja e do Estado, as exigências da autonomia, quer em plano nacional quer em plano regional, assim como a salvaguarda de unidade da instituição como um todo.
São órgãos hierárquicos superiores da UCP a Congregação da Educação e da Conferência Episcopal Portuguesa. São órgãos individuais de governo da UCP o Magno Chanceler e o Reitor com um ou dois Vice-Reitores. São órgãos colegiais do governo da UCP o Conselho Superior, o Conselho de Reitoria e o Conselho de Gestão Financeira (Estatutos da UCO, art.º 22º).
Alguns dos objectivos fundamentais da Universidade Católica Portuguesa são: o incremento da cultura nos planos intelectual, artístico, moral e espiritual; a promoção da investigação e do ensino superior; a preparação de quadros para a sociedade; a criação de uma autentica comunidade universitária e a sua inserção na realidade portuguesa; e a promoção dos valores culturais da comunidade nacional.
A UCP encontra-se sujeita a um sistema misto de governo e administração superior, combinando as responsabilidades da Igreja e do Estado, as exigências da autonomia, quer em plano nacional quer em plano regional, assim como a salvaguarda de unidade da instituição como um todo.
São órgãos hierárquicos superiores da UCP a Congregação da Educação e da Conferência Episcopal Portuguesa. São órgãos individuais de governo da UCP o Magno Chanceler e o Reitor com um ou dois Vice-Reitores. São órgãos colegiais do governo da UCP o Conselho Superior, o Conselho de Reitoria e o Conselho de Gestão Financeira (Estatutos da UCO, art.º 22º).
Sports
The geographic diversity of Portugal allows a wide range of different sports and outdoor activities. Water sports and tennis facilities are world class and the mild climate means they can be enjoyed nearly all year round. Walking, cycling, riding and fishing are also widely enjoyed and easily arranged. Some cities have appropriate roads to ride a bike or skate parks for skating.
Additionally, being an Católica exchange student you can use the Lisbon University Stadium sports facilities with special prize conditions.
For more information:
• http://www.portugal-sport-and-adventure.com/
• http://www.surfingportugal.com/
• http://www.portugal-info.net/sailing/index.htm/
Additionally, being an Católica exchange student you can use the Lisbon University Stadium sports facilities with special prize conditions.
For more information:
• http://www.portugal-sport-and-adventure.com/
• http://www.surfingportugal.com/
• http://www.portugal-info.net/sailing/index.htm/
Health and Insurance
If you are an European Union (EU) Citizen, you can use the National Health services (public hospitals) by showing a valid European Health Insurance Card. You will be charged the same fee as a Portuguese citizen.
If you are a Non European Union (Non EU) Citizen, valid International Insurance is necessary. You should check with the service provider which Health units you can go to during your stay. However, as a norm, you should always check what coverage your national health insurance provider offers.
If you are a Non European Union (Non EU) Citizen, valid International Insurance is necessary. You should check with the service provider which Health units you can go to during your stay. However, as a norm, you should always check what coverage your national health insurance provider offers.
Visa and Residence Permit
European Union (EU) Citizen: you need to travel with a valid national Identity card or a valid Passport and the European Health Insurance Card.
Non-European (Non-Eu) Citizen: For study periods longer than three months, non-EU students need a residence permit for studies. The permit must be complete and entered into your passport before entry into Portugal. You can apply for the permit at a Portuguese embassy or a Portuguese consulate in your home country or in your country of residence.
The authority in Portugal responsible for these issues is the Foreigners and Borders Service (Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras).
Documents Required
Depending on the nationality and duration of stay, some or all of the following documents may be required:
• Passport valid for 3 months after date of return and with at least one blank visa
• Completed application form
• One color passport-size photograph
• Copy of itinerary with confirmed reservation or acceptance letter
• Proof of departure arrangements
• Proof of sufficient means of support
• Proof of health insurance coverage
Time Required to obtain a Visa
A student visa may take up to 2-3 months to be completed. A student visa is valid for the duration of the course of study.
MORE INFORMATION
• Embassies
• Foreigners and Borders Service
Non-European (Non-Eu) Citizen: For study periods longer than three months, non-EU students need a residence permit for studies. The permit must be complete and entered into your passport before entry into Portugal. You can apply for the permit at a Portuguese embassy or a Portuguese consulate in your home country or in your country of residence.
The authority in Portugal responsible for these issues is the Foreigners and Borders Service (Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras).
Documents Required
Depending on the nationality and duration of stay, some or all of the following documents may be required:
• Passport valid for 3 months after date of return and with at least one blank visa
• Completed application form
• One color passport-size photograph
• Copy of itinerary with confirmed reservation or acceptance letter
• Proof of departure arrangements
• Proof of sufficient means of support
• Proof of health insurance coverage
Time Required to obtain a Visa
A student visa may take up to 2-3 months to be completed. A student visa is valid for the duration of the course of study.
MORE INFORMATION
• Embassies
• Foreigners and Borders Service
The historical of central Lisbon
The historical neighborhoods of central Lisbon are perfect for visitors to the Portuguese capital to experience for themselves. Their culture, the history, the architecture and the people are fundamental aspects of Lisbon’s identity, and those who explore them will discover their own personal map. There are so many possibilities, don't let them get away.
The Bairro Alto is one of the most characterful and attractive neighborhoods in the city. The Bairro Alto boasts boutiques and bars and is a place where people meet in an eclectic and multicultural atmosphere. To discover its streets, lanes and alleys, it is essential to explore it. Traditional restaurants nestle alongside cosy bookshops; tea rooms serving signature cakes vie for attention with funky design shops and the boutiques of the most respected Portuguese fashion designers. Bairro Alto is a unique experience within Lisbon packed with secrets ripe for discovery.
From Bairro Alto, stroll down to the Chiado, the sophisticated hub for the city’s young people, artists and intellectuals The Chiado is an area of iconic cafés including “A Brasileira”, art schools, theatres and of living history. The intrinsic beauty of the Chiado, and it’s people – going about their daily lives -, makes the area what it is.
The Carmo area, next to the Chiado, has some of the most fascinating historical sites in the city, such as the Convent and Church of Carmo, which maintain their elegance and grandeur. Don’t miss the Museu Arqueológico do Carmo, which houses a collection of artefacts from pre-historic, Roman, Medieval, Manueline, Renaissance and Baroque periods. Largo do Carmo was the site of important events in the 1974 Revolution.
Carmo is connected to the Baixa by the Elevador de Santa Justa, another of Lisbon’s icons. The Elevador, designed by a disciple of Gustave Eiffel, is open to the public and boasts impressive views over the Baixa Pombalina and the rest of Lisbon.
The Baixa is the city's traditional shopping district where visitors can stroll around the streets and find dozens of shops offering a wide range of temptations.
Rua Augusta is the main artery of the Baixa Pombalina leading north from Terreiro do Paço (known as Black Horse Square by the English), to the beautiful Praça do Rossio (Praça Dom Pedro V).
Just north of Rossio, discover Avenida da Liberdade, which in the 19th century, was the favourite promenade for the Lisbon élite. Today, the Avenida is home to exclusive international boutiques to tempt and inspire.
Although it was at the castle that everything began, historical sites can be found across the city. As the capital of the Portuguese Empire, Lisbon boasts a thousand years of history, and is peppered with monuments of great importance, reflecting the key moments in the country’s history. The peak of Lisbon's wealth was during the Age of Discovery a time which has left a heritage of rare beauty.
Close to the castle, in Graça, is the church and monastery of São Vicente de Fora, one of the most imposing and notable religious monuments in the city. It was built immediately after the city was recaptured from the Moors following a vow made by King Afonso Henriques to São Vicente during the siege of the Lisbon in 1143.
On Tuesdays and Saturdays, don’t miss one of the most popular and busy markets in the city, the Feira da Ladra, or flea market, just a short stroll from the imposing church. Every imaginable object and curio – as well as genuine antiques – are on sale, and a visit to the flea market is a real walk through Lisbon culture.
Strolling down to Santa Apolónia to explore the riverside neighbourhood, it is impossible to miss the unique 16th century Casa dos Bicos, so named after the diamondshaped stones that cover its façade. Note the Italian influences in the architecture combined with elements of the Portuguese Manueline style. The building belonged to Afonso de Albuquerque, Viceroy of India, and is the site of a number of Roman archaeological finds.
The Bairro Alto is one of the most characterful and attractive neighborhoods in the city. The Bairro Alto boasts boutiques and bars and is a place where people meet in an eclectic and multicultural atmosphere. To discover its streets, lanes and alleys, it is essential to explore it. Traditional restaurants nestle alongside cosy bookshops; tea rooms serving signature cakes vie for attention with funky design shops and the boutiques of the most respected Portuguese fashion designers. Bairro Alto is a unique experience within Lisbon packed with secrets ripe for discovery.
From Bairro Alto, stroll down to the Chiado, the sophisticated hub for the city’s young people, artists and intellectuals The Chiado is an area of iconic cafés including “A Brasileira”, art schools, theatres and of living history. The intrinsic beauty of the Chiado, and it’s people – going about their daily lives -, makes the area what it is.
The Carmo area, next to the Chiado, has some of the most fascinating historical sites in the city, such as the Convent and Church of Carmo, which maintain their elegance and grandeur. Don’t miss the Museu Arqueológico do Carmo, which houses a collection of artefacts from pre-historic, Roman, Medieval, Manueline, Renaissance and Baroque periods. Largo do Carmo was the site of important events in the 1974 Revolution.
Carmo is connected to the Baixa by the Elevador de Santa Justa, another of Lisbon’s icons. The Elevador, designed by a disciple of Gustave Eiffel, is open to the public and boasts impressive views over the Baixa Pombalina and the rest of Lisbon.
The Baixa is the city's traditional shopping district where visitors can stroll around the streets and find dozens of shops offering a wide range of temptations.
Rua Augusta is the main artery of the Baixa Pombalina leading north from Terreiro do Paço (known as Black Horse Square by the English), to the beautiful Praça do Rossio (Praça Dom Pedro V).
Just north of Rossio, discover Avenida da Liberdade, which in the 19th century, was the favourite promenade for the Lisbon élite. Today, the Avenida is home to exclusive international boutiques to tempt and inspire.
Although it was at the castle that everything began, historical sites can be found across the city. As the capital of the Portuguese Empire, Lisbon boasts a thousand years of history, and is peppered with monuments of great importance, reflecting the key moments in the country’s history. The peak of Lisbon's wealth was during the Age of Discovery a time which has left a heritage of rare beauty.
Close to the castle, in Graça, is the church and monastery of São Vicente de Fora, one of the most imposing and notable religious monuments in the city. It was built immediately after the city was recaptured from the Moors following a vow made by King Afonso Henriques to São Vicente during the siege of the Lisbon in 1143.
On Tuesdays and Saturdays, don’t miss one of the most popular and busy markets in the city, the Feira da Ladra, or flea market, just a short stroll from the imposing church. Every imaginable object and curio – as well as genuine antiques – are on sale, and a visit to the flea market is a real walk through Lisbon culture.
Strolling down to Santa Apolónia to explore the riverside neighbourhood, it is impossible to miss the unique 16th century Casa dos Bicos, so named after the diamondshaped stones that cover its façade. Note the Italian influences in the architecture combined with elements of the Portuguese Manueline style. The building belonged to Afonso de Albuquerque, Viceroy of India, and is the site of a number of Roman archaeological finds.
Lisbon
Legend has it that Lisboa was founded by Ulysses. The name comes from “Olissipo”, which has its origins in the Phoenician words “Allis Ubbo”, meaning “enchanting port”.
Most likely it was founded by the Phoenicians and styled by the Moores which shows in the strong Arabic influences. It was, after all, ruled by the Moors for 450 years. In the 12th century the Christians re conquered the city but it was not until the mid 13th century that Lisboa became the country’s capital.
With the beginning of the Portuguese Age of Discoveries, Lisboa enriched as a spice and jewellery trade centre. The breakthrough for Portuguese expansion came in 1498 when Vasco da Gama discovered the sea route to India.
This was indeed the beginning of a golden age, characterised by the Manueline architectural style named after King Manuel I, with its typical decorative use of maritime motifs. Over the centuries Lisboa naturally grew and changed.
When the city centre was almost completely destroyed by the earthquake of 1755, it was rebuilt by Marquise de Pombal, who thus created the Baixa Pombalina, a commercial area that still retains much of its original lay out.
Lisboa is a historic capital, a potpourri of unusual character and charm, where 800 years of cultural influences mingle with modern trends and life styles creating spectacular contrasts.
Most likely it was founded by the Phoenicians and styled by the Moores which shows in the strong Arabic influences. It was, after all, ruled by the Moors for 450 years. In the 12th century the Christians re conquered the city but it was not until the mid 13th century that Lisboa became the country’s capital.
With the beginning of the Portuguese Age of Discoveries, Lisboa enriched as a spice and jewellery trade centre. The breakthrough for Portuguese expansion came in 1498 when Vasco da Gama discovered the sea route to India.
This was indeed the beginning of a golden age, characterised by the Manueline architectural style named after King Manuel I, with its typical decorative use of maritime motifs. Over the centuries Lisboa naturally grew and changed.
When the city centre was almost completely destroyed by the earthquake of 1755, it was rebuilt by Marquise de Pombal, who thus created the Baixa Pombalina, a commercial area that still retains much of its original lay out.
Lisboa is a historic capital, a potpourri of unusual character and charm, where 800 years of cultural influences mingle with modern trends and life styles creating spectacular contrasts.
Public Transport in Portugal
Overview
Public Transportation in Portugal varies a lot from region to region. But it is specially developed in the big cities, like Lisboa and Porto. Car is also a good and cheap alternative. Furthermore, trains generally run on time.
Railways
Most of the rail infrastructure is maintained and operated by the state-owned REFER. CP is the company that runs all regional and inter city trains. Rail infrastructure shows higher developments in the centre and northern cost line.
Buses / Tramways
Most cities offer bus routes inside the city managed by a state/ municipally/ private company. At the district level, each district has its own company. At the national level you can find Rede Expressos or Renex. Buses are usually cheaper and with more routes to every city, however, to popular destinations, trains can offer be a good price/comfort option. Discounts are available for students.
Tickets / Passes
Each city has its ticket system. If you use the metro/bus daily a monthly pass it is recommended. Daily/weekly and single trip tickets are also available.
With this card you can have 50% discount on monthly tickets for public transportation. To have this card you need a declaration from your university, only with this declaration will the transportation company will give you access to the 50%discount option.
Renting a Car
Renting a car in Portugal follows the same rules as everywhere else in the world, so you shouldn‘t have any problem in renting a car. Always pay attention to insurance coverage when you are renting the car.
Hitchhiking
Hitchhiking can be quite hard in Portugal since it is not a common thing. Is not illegal but common drivers are just not used to give you a ride. People are afraid of everything that is unusual, like a hitch-hiker (especially a foreigner). In addition, during the last few years many people have been buying cars with just 2 seats As a rule, no woman stops for a male hitch-hiker, so going in couples might increase your chances. On the other hand, it is quite easy to get a lift with males driving alone. Many people work in a city and live in a town nearby.
Public Transportation in Portugal varies a lot from region to region. But it is specially developed in the big cities, like Lisboa and Porto. Car is also a good and cheap alternative. Furthermore, trains generally run on time.
Railways
Most of the rail infrastructure is maintained and operated by the state-owned REFER. CP is the company that runs all regional and inter city trains. Rail infrastructure shows higher developments in the centre and northern cost line.
Buses / Tramways
Most cities offer bus routes inside the city managed by a state/ municipally/ private company. At the district level, each district has its own company. At the national level you can find Rede Expressos or Renex. Buses are usually cheaper and with more routes to every city, however, to popular destinations, trains can offer be a good price/comfort option. Discounts are available for students.
Tickets / Passes
Each city has its ticket system. If you use the metro/bus daily a monthly pass it is recommended. Daily/weekly and single trip tickets are also available.
With this card you can have 50% discount on monthly tickets for public transportation. To have this card you need a declaration from your university, only with this declaration will the transportation company will give you access to the 50%discount option.
Renting a Car
Renting a car in Portugal follows the same rules as everywhere else in the world, so you shouldn‘t have any problem in renting a car. Always pay attention to insurance coverage when you are renting the car.
Hitchhiking
Hitchhiking can be quite hard in Portugal since it is not a common thing. Is not illegal but common drivers are just not used to give you a ride. People are afraid of everything that is unusual, like a hitch-hiker (especially a foreigner). In addition, during the last few years many people have been buying cars with just 2 seats As a rule, no woman stops for a male hitch-hiker, so going in couples might increase your chances. On the other hand, it is quite easy to get a lift with males driving alone. Many people work in a city and live in a town nearby.
Working in Portugal
Visa and Work Permits
EU nationals are not restricted from finding work within Portugal and are granted a six month period to find employment with no visa. It is important to note that EU members do not require a work permit but can require a residency permit to be employed.
These are routinely given out with easy applications and acceptances. Other nationals working over three months must first obtain a resident visa. To live more than six months in Portugal, all foreigners must obtain a residence card. This enables them to government services like health care if their employment is contributing to Portuguese social security taxes. Work permits are renewable on six month contracts.
Types of Jobs in Portugal
Portugal offers the same types of job as most other European countries. Please note that for nearly every job you will need to speak fluent Portuguese. Work opportunities as an English teacher (or as a teacher for another language)
and jobs in tourism are exceptions to the rule and therefore hard to come by.
EU nationals are not restricted from finding work within Portugal and are granted a six month period to find employment with no visa. It is important to note that EU members do not require a work permit but can require a residency permit to be employed.
These are routinely given out with easy applications and acceptances. Other nationals working over three months must first obtain a resident visa. To live more than six months in Portugal, all foreigners must obtain a residence card. This enables them to government services like health care if their employment is contributing to Portuguese social security taxes. Work permits are renewable on six month contracts.
Types of Jobs in Portugal
Portugal offers the same types of job as most other European countries. Please note that for nearly every job you will need to speak fluent Portuguese. Work opportunities as an English teacher (or as a teacher for another language)
and jobs in tourism are exceptions to the rule and therefore hard to come by.
Social Integration
Portuguese people are normally helpful and keen for hospitality and usually friendly. Students can lead you to meet a lot of international people, disregarding the locals. So it is also up to you to make an effort to meet locals. The best way to get in contact with the local population is to join an association, dance club, sports club or even school. This could be a sports club, gymnastics club, student organisation. It is often hard to make friends but once you have a Portuguese friend you can confide in him/her.
Planning a Trip in / to Portugal
Winter
Portugal is a beautiful country, with amazing beaches. This does not mean you can‘t have fun in Winter. As long as there is snow, winter sports are available in Serra da Estrela.
Additionally we suggest a visit to the islands. Madeira is one of the most famous. With tropical weather, it has become a famous destination between erasmus since low-cost companies started flying there. Surf is available during all year, with winter giving you more challenging waves and cold water but also cheaper prices on renting surf material.
Summer
If you like sun, you are in the right country. Summer usually starts in the end of May and lasts until the end of September. When the temperature reaches 25ºC Portuguese people start going to the beach. Algarve is the most touristic place, however it does not mean it has the best beach. Peniche, Costa da Capica, Figueira da Foz or Porto Covo are also between the best beaches in Portugal.
Outdoor Activities
Fortunately, Lisbon is a city where the sun shines almost all year round so there are lots of outdoor activities to do.
Surf
As Lisbon has a huge coastal area, surf is up all year round. The best places to surf are: Sintra, Ericeira and Cascais (around 45 minutes/ 1 hour from central Lisbon). Portugal's Atlantic coastline offers world-class waves and the opportunity to surf in the sun all year round. It is a major sporting activity in Portugal and some of the best reefs and beaches are on the Lisbon coast.
There are many surfing spots in Lisbon, such as Guincho, Praia Grande and Ribeira das Ilhas. The latter is considered one of Europe's best surfing spots. All these beaches are known for hosting national and international surf championiship and tours.You can also enjoy the bars or parties and concerts that are held during the surfing events.
Surf Classes
There are many Surf Schools available in Lisbon surrounding beaches. Your stay in Lisbon will be a great opportunity to discover or develop your surfing skills. You can also enjoy the most beautiful beaches in Portugal' cost line, joining the many surf trips organized by this schools.
Sailing
Portuguese waters are good for sailing. While you are in Lisbon, try out the sailing classes available in various different harbors in the Lisbon coast. The classes are generally bought in a pack of 10 or so classes. Students will then take a class once a week, normally on a weekend. Sailing is a different way of experiencing and getting to know Lisbon, so grasp the opportunity offered by the good sailing waters Portugal has.
Beaches
Portuguese beaches are considered the best by many travelers. Portugal's coast runs along the Atlantic Ocean, giving us 800 kilometers of breathtaking coastline and lots of sandy beaches. Lisbon has some nice coastline nearby, where Lisboans spend their free time over the summer weekends.
There are a lot of beaches around Lisbon reachable by public transport. And if you rent a car you can do day trips to beautiful beaches which aren't so crowded.
During your stay, you can easily access the beaches in the area of Cascais or Costa da Caparica.
Portugal is a beautiful country, with amazing beaches. This does not mean you can‘t have fun in Winter. As long as there is snow, winter sports are available in Serra da Estrela.
Additionally we suggest a visit to the islands. Madeira is one of the most famous. With tropical weather, it has become a famous destination between erasmus since low-cost companies started flying there. Surf is available during all year, with winter giving you more challenging waves and cold water but also cheaper prices on renting surf material.
Summer
If you like sun, you are in the right country. Summer usually starts in the end of May and lasts until the end of September. When the temperature reaches 25ºC Portuguese people start going to the beach. Algarve is the most touristic place, however it does not mean it has the best beach. Peniche, Costa da Capica, Figueira da Foz or Porto Covo are also between the best beaches in Portugal.
Outdoor Activities
Fortunately, Lisbon is a city where the sun shines almost all year round so there are lots of outdoor activities to do.
Surf
As Lisbon has a huge coastal area, surf is up all year round. The best places to surf are: Sintra, Ericeira and Cascais (around 45 minutes/ 1 hour from central Lisbon). Portugal's Atlantic coastline offers world-class waves and the opportunity to surf in the sun all year round. It is a major sporting activity in Portugal and some of the best reefs and beaches are on the Lisbon coast.
There are many surfing spots in Lisbon, such as Guincho, Praia Grande and Ribeira das Ilhas. The latter is considered one of Europe's best surfing spots. All these beaches are known for hosting national and international surf championiship and tours.You can also enjoy the bars or parties and concerts that are held during the surfing events.
Surf Classes
There are many Surf Schools available in Lisbon surrounding beaches. Your stay in Lisbon will be a great opportunity to discover or develop your surfing skills. You can also enjoy the most beautiful beaches in Portugal' cost line, joining the many surf trips organized by this schools.
Sailing
Portuguese waters are good for sailing. While you are in Lisbon, try out the sailing classes available in various different harbors in the Lisbon coast. The classes are generally bought in a pack of 10 or so classes. Students will then take a class once a week, normally on a weekend. Sailing is a different way of experiencing and getting to know Lisbon, so grasp the opportunity offered by the good sailing waters Portugal has.
Beaches
Portuguese beaches are considered the best by many travelers. Portugal's coast runs along the Atlantic Ocean, giving us 800 kilometers of breathtaking coastline and lots of sandy beaches. Lisbon has some nice coastline nearby, where Lisboans spend their free time over the summer weekends.
There are a lot of beaches around Lisbon reachable by public transport. And if you rent a car you can do day trips to beautiful beaches which aren't so crowded.
During your stay, you can easily access the beaches in the area of Cascais or Costa da Caparica.
Portuguese Culture
Culture
Portugal has developed a specific culture while being influenced by various civilizations that have crossed the Mediterranean and the European continent.
Since the 1990s, Portugal has increased the number of public cultural facilities, in addition to the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation established in 1956 in Lisbon. These include the Belém Cultural Center in Lisbon, Serralves Foundation and the Casa da Música, both in Porto, as well as new public cultural facilities like music.
Architecture
Traditional architecture is distinctive and include the Manueline, also known as Portuguese late Gothic, a sumptuous, composite Portuguese style of architectural ornamentation of the first decades of the 16th century, incorporating maritime elements and representations of the Portuguese Age of Discovery. Modern Portugal has given the world renowned architects like Eduardo Souto de Moura, Álvaro Siza Vieira and Gonçalo Byrne. Internally, Tomás Taveira is also noteworthy.
Portugal has developed a specific culture while being influenced by various civilizations that have crossed the Mediterranean and the European continent.
Since the 1990s, Portugal has increased the number of public cultural facilities, in addition to the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation established in 1956 in Lisbon. These include the Belém Cultural Center in Lisbon, Serralves Foundation and the Casa da Música, both in Porto, as well as new public cultural facilities like music.
Architecture
Traditional architecture is distinctive and include the Manueline, also known as Portuguese late Gothic, a sumptuous, composite Portuguese style of architectural ornamentation of the first decades of the 16th century, incorporating maritime elements and representations of the Portuguese Age of Discovery. Modern Portugal has given the world renowned architects like Eduardo Souto de Moura, Álvaro Siza Vieira and Gonçalo Byrne. Internally, Tomás Taveira is also noteworthy.
Welcome to Portugal
History
The name Portugal comes from the Roman name Portus Cale.
24th June, 1128: Afonso Henriques officially declared Portugal‘s independence when he proclaimed himself king of Portugal on 25 July 1139
1249: Afonso Henriques and his successors, aided by military monastic orders, pushed southward to drive out the Moors. In 1249, this Reconquista ended with the capture of the Algarve region on the southern coast, giving Portugal its present day borders.
1415: Portugal’s first overseas colonies conquest was Ceuta, a prosperous Islamic trade centre in North Africa. After that, followed the first discoveries in the Atlantic: Madeira and the Azores, which led to the first colonization movement.
1910: Portuguese monarchy and its last King,Manuel II, were deposed by a revolution.
1926: Driven by chaos and economic problems,aright-wing dictatorship was established, the Estado Novo ruled by António de Oliveira Salazar.
April 1974: Bloodless left-wing military coup in Lisbon,known as the Carnation Revolution, leading the way for a modern democracy.
1940-1960: Portugal was a founding member of NATO, OECD and EFTA
1986: Portugal joined the European Union.
Portugal has an administrative structure of 308 municipalities
(Portuguese singular/plural: concelho/concelhos), which are subdivided into more than4,000 parishes (freguesia/freguesias). Municipalities are grouped for administrative purposes into superior units. For continental Portugal the municipalities are gathered in 18 Districts, while the Islands have a Regional Government directly above them.
The name Portugal comes from the Roman name Portus Cale.
24th June, 1128: Afonso Henriques officially declared Portugal‘s independence when he proclaimed himself king of Portugal on 25 July 1139
1249: Afonso Henriques and his successors, aided by military monastic orders, pushed southward to drive out the Moors. In 1249, this Reconquista ended with the capture of the Algarve region on the southern coast, giving Portugal its present day borders.
1415: Portugal’s first overseas colonies conquest was Ceuta, a prosperous Islamic trade centre in North Africa. After that, followed the first discoveries in the Atlantic: Madeira and the Azores, which led to the first colonization movement.
1910: Portuguese monarchy and its last King,Manuel II, were deposed by a revolution.
1926: Driven by chaos and economic problems,aright-wing dictatorship was established, the Estado Novo ruled by António de Oliveira Salazar.
April 1974: Bloodless left-wing military coup in Lisbon,known as the Carnation Revolution, leading the way for a modern democracy.
1940-1960: Portugal was a founding member of NATO, OECD and EFTA
1986: Portugal joined the European Union.
Portugal has an administrative structure of 308 municipalities
(Portuguese singular/plural: concelho/concelhos), which are subdivided into more than4,000 parishes (freguesia/freguesias). Municipalities are grouped for administrative purposes into superior units. For continental Portugal the municipalities are gathered in 18 Districts, while the Islands have a Regional Government directly above them.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
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