Nursing School of Coimbra

Coimbra, Portugal

Updated May 2026 · Source: esenfc.pt

Overview

English Name: Nursing School of Coimbra
Control Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: None

Founded 2004 as a result from the merger of Escola Superior de Enfermagem Dr. Ângelo da Fonseca (founded 1881) and Escola Superior de Enfermagem de Bissaya Barreto (founded 1971).

The Nursing School of Coimbra, heir to the most ancient nursing training in Portugal, is a nationally and internationally recognised public institution due to its quality and innovation, with a recognised intervention in the health system and in the society. Its educative community is committed with the humanist, scientific, technical and cultural training of socially recognised professionals, the promotion of accredited research, the dissemination of knowledge and the provision of services

Location & Contact

Address, phone, email, and online links for Nursing School of Coimbra are listed below.

Address: Av. Bissaya Barreto
Postal Code: 3004-011
Phone: +351239802850
Fax: +351239802850
Email: esenfc@esenfc.pt
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Academic Details

Below are the institutional metrics for Nursing School of Coimbra: scale, staffing, and accreditation.

Academic Year: September to July
Accrediting Agency: Direção-Geral do Ensino Superior (DGES); Agência de Avaliação e Acreditação do Ensino Superior (A3ES)
Full-Time Academic Staff: 200

Degrees

Also Postgraduate Specialization Degrees; Master's degree in several nursing specialties (mental health, child health, rehabilitation, community health, elderly...) The Doctoral Programme is a partnership with the Faculty of Medicine.

Other 2 programs
  • Midwifery
  • Nursing

Faculties & Divisions

Browse Nursing School of Coimbra's faculties and divisions, along with the subjects they cover.

Nursing (Course/Programme) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Anatomy
  • Microbiology
  • Nursing
  • Parasitology
  • Physiology
  • Psychology

Programs Offered

Below are Nursing School of Coimbra's active programmes, grouped by degree level, with search.

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

Bachelor's Degree 1 programme

Master's Degree 7 programmes

Master's Degree in Child Health and Pediatric Nursing
Medicine

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Master's Degree in Community Health Nursing
Nursing

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Master's Degree in Maternal and Obstetric Nursing
Medicine

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Master's Degree in Medical-Surgical Nursing
Operating Room & Surgical Technology

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Master's Degree in Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing
Nursing

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Master's Degree in Nursing - Care Unit Management
Nursing

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Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Nursing
Nursing

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Doctorate 1 programme

Scholarships in Portugal

Scholarships and grants accessible to students attending Nursing School of Coimbra or other universities in Portugal are 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 Nursing School of Coimbra

What applying to Nursing School of Coimbra involves, in five steps.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Use the programme finder to browse Nursing School of Coimbra's 9 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Programme-level requirements at Nursing School of Coimbra typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    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
    Apply through the official channel

    Nursing School of Coimbra processes applications through www.esenfc.pt. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    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 esenfc@esenfc.pt or by phone at +351239802850. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing School of Coimbra

Common questions about Nursing School of Coimbra, answered from data on record.

What city is Nursing School of Coimbra in?

Nursing School of Coimbra operates from Coimbra, Portugal.

Is Nursing School of Coimbra public or private?

It is a public higher-education institution.

Is Nursing School of Coimbra accredited?

Nursing School of Coimbra is accredited by Direção-Geral do Ensino Superior (DGES); Agência de Avaliação e Acreditação do Ensino Superior (A3ES).

What is Nursing School of Coimbra's official website?

The institution's website is www.esenfc.pt.

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