University of the Azores: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #1992 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #695 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #16 of 95 | In Portugal |
| #392 of 1,070 | For Bioethics/Medical Ethics |
| Top50% | For 49 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 60%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- uac.pt
- Languages
- Portuguese
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 60% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | University degree and professional experience, and individual interview |
| Academic Calendar | October to July (October - March; March-July) |
We've calculated the 60% acceptance rate for University of the Azores based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of the Azores has published 6,702 scientific papers with 138,262 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Environmental Science, Biology, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Ecology, Geology, Geography and Cartography, Paleontology, Chemistry, Medicine, and Engineering.
University of the Azores majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 5 | 17 |
| 1994 | 4 | 49 |
| 1995 | 24 | 49 |
| 1996 | 18 | 36 |
| 1997 | 10 | 36 |
| 1998 | 18 | 60 |
| 1999 | 37 | 115 |
| 2000 | 44 | 148 |
| 2001 | 58 | 176 |
| 2002 | 40 | 281 |
| 2003 | 70 | 370 |
| 2004 | 56 | 372 |
| 2005 | 78 | 604 |
| 2006 | 109 | 770 |
| 2007 | 141 | 1065 |
| 2008 | 163 | 1485 |
| 2009 | 180 | 1805 |
| 2010 | 157 | 2018 |
| 2011 | 273 | 2589 |
| 2012 | 210 | 3062 |
| 2013 | 260 | 3961 |
| 2014 | 296 | 4412 |
| 2015 | 308 | 5100 |
| 2016 | 295 | 5689 |
| 2017 | 315 | 5986 |
| 2018 | 299 | 6752 |
| 2019 | 346 | 8109 |
| 2020 | 428 | 10821 |
| 2021 | 969 | 13507 |
| 2022 | 426 | 13876 |
| 2023 | 484 | 16476 |
| 2024 | 326 | 15181 |
| 2025 | 263 | 15154 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of the Azores gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (per year) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | €1,070 |
| Master's Degree | €1,500 |
| Doctoral Degree | €2,500 |
Currency: Euro (€)
The University of the Azores has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of the Azores.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | No |
| Licenciado | Agriculture, Architecture, Biology, Civil Engineering, Civil Security, Communication Studies, Computer Engineering, Computer Networks, Economics, Education, Electronic Engineering, English, Environmental Management, European Studies, Heritage Preservation, History, Management, Marine Science and Oceanography, Mechanical Engineering, Medicine, Multimedia, Nursing, Pharmacy, Portuguese, Psychology, Public Relations, Social and Community Services, Sociology, Tourism, Veterinary Science, Western European Studies |
|---|---|
| Mestre | Agricultural Engineering, Animal Husbandry, Architecture, Architecture and Planning, Biological and Life Sciences, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Economics, Education, Electronic Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Studies, Food Technology, Geology, Health Sciences, Heritage Preservation, History, Hydraulic Engineering, International Business, International Relations and Diplomacy, Management, Marine Science and Oceanography, Mechanical Engineering, Medicine, Modern Languages, Museum Studies, Pharmacy, Philosophy, Preschool Education, Primary Education, Regional Studies, Safety Engineering, Seismology, Social Policy, Sociology, Tourism, Translation and Interpretation, Veterinary Science, Water Management |
| Doutor | Agriculture, Biology, Business Administration, Cultural Studies, Economics, Geology, Heritage Preservation, History, Landscape Architecture, Literature, Marine Science and Oceanography |
Notable alumni
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Duarte Freitas
- Occupations
- politicianeconomist
- Biography
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Duarte Nuno D'Ávila Martins de Freitas is a Portuguese politician and former member of the European Parliament for the Social Democratic Party–People's Party coalition; part of the European People's Party–European Democrats group. He became the leader of the Azorean Social Democratic Party (PSD/A), following the 2012 Regional Elections.
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Ricardo Serrão Santos
- Occupations
- university teachermarine biologistpolitician
- Biography
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Ricardo da Piedade Abreu Serrão Santos is a Portuguese biologist and university lecturer, Vice Chancellor of the University of the Azores, a deputy to the European Parliament eighth term, and from 2019 to 2022 he was the Minister of Maritime Affairs.
University of the Azores faculties and divisions
| Centre : Applied Economic Studies of the Atlantic | Economics |
|---|---|
| Centre : Biodiversity and Genetic Resources | Biological and Life Sciences, Genetics |
| Centre : Biotechnology | Biotechnology |
| Centre : History | History |
| Centre : Humanities | Philosophy |
| Centre : Okeanos | Marine Science and Oceanography |
| Centre : Social Sciences | Social Sciences |
| Faculty : Agricultural and Environmental Sciences | Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Environmental Studies, Food Technology, Pharmacy, Veterinary Science |
| Faculty : Economics and Management | Business Administration, Economics, Law |
| Faculty : Science and Technology | Biological and Life Sciences, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics |
| Faculty : Social and Human Sciences | Arts and Humanities, Cultural Studies, Demography and Population, Education, Ethics, History, Literature, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Political Sciences, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology |
| School : Health | Health Sciences |
| School : Technologies | Agricultural Business, Computer Science, Horticulture, Marine Science and Oceanography |
General information
| Alternative names | UAc Universidade dos Açores |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1976 |
| Accreditation | Direção-Geral do Ensino Superior (DGES) |
| Motto | Onde a Natureza Inspira seus Estudos! Where Nature Inspires your Studies! |
| Colors | purple, yellow, silver, blue |
Location and contacts
| Address | Apartado 1422 Ponta Delgada, 9501-801 Portugal |
|---|---|
| City population | 69,000 |