Nursing School of Coimbra

Coimbra, Portugal

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

Geographic and contact information for Nursing School of Coimbra — useful before scheduling visits or sending enquiries. Each channel below routes to a different team, so pick the one matching your question.

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

Nursing School of Coimbra's student body, faculty composition, and recognition framework are summarised below. Use this section to gauge institutional weight before drilling into specific programmes.

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

Nursing School of Coimbra's academic units and the subject areas each covers are listed below. Use this view to locate the faculty handling your subject — admissions and scholarship contact points often sit at the faculty level.

Nursing (Course/Programme) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

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

Common Career Paths

  • Registered Nurse
  • Clinical Nurse
  • Public Health Nurse

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Programs Offered

Browse Nursing School of Coimbra's programmes by level, or filter by name to find a specific course. The grouping helps when you have a target qualification tier but want to compare specific programme content.

Bachelor's Degree

1 programme

Nursing School of Coimbra runs 1 programme at bachelor's level — undergraduate programmes that usually span three to four years and serve as the standard entry route into a profession or further study.

Nursing Licenciatura em Enfermagem Nursing

Master's Degree

7 programmes

At postgraduate taught level, Nursing School of Coimbra runs 7 programmes. These master's degrees suit applicants ready to concentrate on a narrower field than their bachelor's covered.

Medical-Surgical Nursing Mestrado em Enfermagem Médico-Cirúrgica Operating Room & Surgical Technology
Nursing - Care Unit Management Mestrado em Enfermagem - Área de Especialização em Gestão de Unidades de Cuidados Nursing
Community Health Nursing Mestrado em Enfermagem Comunitária Nursing
Rehabilitation Nursing Mestrado em Enfermagem de Reabilitação Nursing
Child Health and Pediatric Nursing Mestrado em Enfermagem de Saúde Infantil e Pediátrica Medicine
Maternal and Obstetric Nursing Mestrado em Enfermagem de Saúde Materna e Obstétrica Medicine
Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing Mestrado em Enfermagem de Saúde Mental e Psiquiátrica Nursing

Doctorate

1 programme

Nursing School of Coimbra delivers 1 programme at doctoral level for graduates committed to advancing the frontier of their discipline through original inquiry.

Doctorate in Nursing Doutoramento em Enfermagem Nursing

How to apply to Nursing School of Coimbra

Application guidance for Nursing School of Coimbra, structured as five practical steps with attention to documents and admissions communication.

  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 [email protected] 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

The questions below summarise Nursing School of Coimbra's vital institutional details — useful as a quick reference before drilling into specific sections.

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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