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Escola Superior de Artes e Design

Porto, Portugal • Founded 1989

Updated Jun 2026 · Source: esad.pt

Overview

English Name: Escola Superior de Artes e Design
Acronyms: ESAD
Founded: 1989
Institution Type: College
Control Type: Private
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Based in Porto, Portugal, Escola Superior de Artes e Design is a private college that traces its founding to 1989. It functions as a higher-education provider.

Escola Superior de Artes e Design's academic profile: it runs a small set of programmes.

Location & Contact

Below are Escola Superior de Artes e Design's address, location, and primary contact channels.

Address: Avenida Calouste Gulbenkian Senhora da Hora
Postal Code: 4460-268
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Programs Offered

All active programmes at Escola Superior de Artes e Design are listed by degree level.

9 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Portugal

Scholarships in Portugal

Portugal-wide scholarships, relevant to students considering Escola Superior de Artes e Design or other institutions there.

Bolsa de Estudo (Ação Social)
Instituto para o Ensino Superior · Government funded
Annual non-repayable state grant towards the costs of attending a higher-education course or a compulsory professional internship, awarded for a full academic year when the student's household lacks adequate financial resources.
Bolsa Fulbright para Doutoramento (FCT)
Fulbright Portugal · Government funded
Fulbright doctoral award supported by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT), listed on the Fulbright Portugal grants page.
Bolsa Fulbright para Investigação
Fulbright Portugal · Other funded
Fulbright research award for study or research in the United States, with variants supported by FCT, the Azores Regional Government and FLAD, listed on the Fulbright Portugal grants page.
Bolsa Fulbright para Mestrado
Fulbright Portugal · Other funded
Fulbright award listed on the Fulbright Portugal grants page for master's study; terms are published on the award's own page.
Erasmus+ Higher Education Mobility
Instituto para o Ensino Superior · Other funded · Travel
EU Erasmus+ programme (2021-2027) supporting mobility, cooperation and projects for students, teaching staff and researchers of Portuguese higher-education institutions; managed in Portugal by IES.
Gulbenkian Merit Scholarships
Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation · Foundation funded · Renewable · 2,000 EUR per year · Combined · Covers Travel
EUR 2,000 per academic year plus a one-time EUR 2,000 grant for an international mobility period such as Erasmus; renewable until completion of the master's degree under the regulations.

How to apply to Escola Superior de Artes e Design

Step-by-step guidance for applying to Escola Superior de Artes e Design, in five steps.

  1. 1
    Research programmes at Escola Superior de Artes e Design

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Escola Superior de Artes e Design offers 9 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Review admissions criteria

    Each programme at Escola Superior de Artes e Design has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Gather supporting documents

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Lodge your application

    Apply directly via Escola Superior de Artes e Design's online portal at www.esad.pt. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.

  5. 5
    Confirm receipt and track progress

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Escola Superior de Artes e Design

Frequently asked questions about Escola Superior de Artes e Design.

When did Escola Superior de Artes e Design open?

Escola Superior de Artes e Design traces its founding to 1989 (approximately 37 years ago).

In which city is Escola Superior de Artes e Design?

Escola Superior de Artes e Design is based in Porto, Portugal.

Is Escola Superior de Artes e Design public or private?

It is a private higher-education institution.

How do I find Escola Superior de Artes e Design online?

You can find Escola Superior de Artes e Design online at www.esad.pt.

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