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Instituto Politécnico de Santarém

Santarém, Portugal • Founded 1979

Updated Jun 2026 · Source: ipsantarem.pt

Overview

English Name: Instituto Politécnico de Santarém
Acronyms: IPS
Founded: 1979
Institution Type: Polytechnic
Control Type: Public
Rankings:
SCImago 2026 #3929
Instituto Politécnico de Santarém community on campus
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Instituto Politécnico de Santarém is a public polytechnic located in Santarém, Portugal. Founded in 1979, it operates as a higher-education provider.

Instituto Politécnico de Santarém's academic profile: it runs a broad programme catalogue.

Instituto Politécnico de Santarém is ranked #3929 globally and #23 within Portugal.

Location & Contact

Address, contact details, and online presence for Instituto Politécnico de Santarém are summarised below.

Address: Complexo Andaluz Apartado 279
Postal Code: 2001-904
Phone: 351 243 309 520
Email: geral@ipsantarem.pt
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Programs Offered

Browse Instituto Politécnico de Santarém's programmes by level, or filter by name.

52 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Portugal

Bachelor's Degree 23 programmes

Showing 10 of 23.

Master's Degree 27 programmes

Master's Degree in Administração Educacional
Educational Leadership

Applicants must hold a licenciatura or equivalent legal degree. Holders of foreign higher degrees, or of curricula the school's technical-scientific council recognises as adequate, may also apply. Specific entry conditio...

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Master's Degree in Agronomic Engineering
Agriculture

Applicants must hold a licenciatura or equivalent legal degree. Holders of foreign higher degrees, or of curricula the school's technical-scientific council recognises as adequate, may also apply. Specific entry conditio...

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Master's Degree in Animal Science Engineering
Animal Science

Applicants must hold a first-cycle licenciatura in Agronomy, Animal Science (Zootecnia) or related areas, awarded by a polytechnic or university. Recognition routes under the other limbs give access to the master's only,...

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Master's Degree in Atividade Física e Saúde
Health Sciences

Applicants must hold a licenciatura or equivalent legal degree. Holders of foreign higher degrees, or of curricula the school's technical-scientific council recognises as adequate, may also apply. Specific entry conditio...

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Master's Degree in Educação Especial e Inclusiva
Special Education

Applicants must hold a licenciatura or equivalent legal degree. Holders of foreign higher degrees, or of curricula the school's technical-scientific council recognises as adequate, may also apply. Specific entry conditio...

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Master's Degree in Educação Social e Intervenção Comunitária
Education & Teaching

Applicants must hold a licenciatura or equivalent legal degree. Holders of foreign higher degrees, or of curricula the school's technical-scientific council recognises as adequate, may also apply. Specific entry conditio...

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Doctorate 2 programmes

Doctoral Program in Agri-Food and Environmental Sustainability
Agriculture

Applicants need a master's degree or legal equivalent in agriculture, environment, food engineering, forestry, geography, geology, biology, physics, chemistry or related fields. A professional or scientific record that t...

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Scholarships in Portugal

Funding routes available to students in Portugal are listed below.

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 Instituto Politécnico de Santarém

A five-step path through the application process at Instituto Politécnico de Santarém.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Use the programme finder to browse Instituto Politécnico de Santarém's 52 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Programme-level requirements at Instituto Politécnico de Santarém typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Submit via the institution

    Instituto Politécnico de Santarém processes applications through www.ipsantarem.pt. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. You can reach the institution by email at geral@ipsantarem.pt or by phone at 351 243 309 520. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Instituto Politécnico de Santarém

Quick answers to common questions about Instituto Politécnico de Santarém.

In what year was Instituto Politécnico de Santarém established?

Instituto Politécnico de Santarém was founded in 1979 (approximately 47 years ago).

In which city is Instituto Politécnico de Santarém?

Instituto Politécnico de Santarém is based in Santarém, Portugal.

Is Instituto Politécnico de Santarém public or private?

It is a public higher-education institution.

How do I find Instituto Politécnico de Santarém online?

You can find Instituto Politécnico de Santarém online at www.ipsantarem.pt.

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