Introduction

ISPA University, full name ISPA-University Institute of Psychological, Social and Life Sciences, is a well-known private non-profit higher education institution in Lisbon, Portugal.

Overview

The school has nearly 3,000 students and offers undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs in psychology, biology, basic education and other fields. Its academic programs are divided into 6 main research areas and 4 degree levels.

History and establishment time

Founded in 1962, it was originally named Instituto de Ciências Pedagógicas. In 1964, it was changed to Instituto Superior de Psicologia Aplicada. In 2009, it became a university college and began to independently award all degrees within the framework of the Bologna Process. It also expanded training in fields such as biological sciences.

School strength

Faculty: It has a team of highly qualified teachers, and the teachers have rich teaching and research experience in professional fields such as psychology and biology.

Teaching facilities: The campus is located in the city center, with a rich library and sports facilities, providing students with a good learning and living environment.

Research achievements: There are multiple research centers, such as the Education Research Center and the Applied Psychology Research Center, which actively carry out research activities in the fields of psychology, biology and education, and cooperate with many domestic and foreign universities.

Nature of the institution

A private non-profit higher education institution.

Educational philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' professional knowledge and practical ability, contributing to social development through research and social services, and committed to improving students' comprehensive quality and employment competitiveness, and cultivating professionals with innovative spirit and social responsibility.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: psychology, biology, education, etc.

Key laboratories: Education Research Center, Applied Psychology Research Center, Marine and Environmental Science Center, etc.

Faculties

Including the Faculty of Biological Sciences, the Faculty of Clinical Psychology and Health, the Faculty of Educational Psychology, the Faculty of Psychology, the Faculty of Social and Organizational Psychology, etc.

Ranking

According to Edurank, ISPA University ranks 3120th in the world, 918th in Europe, 18th in Portugal, and 7th in the Lisbon region.

Expenses

Undergraduate psychology major 6000 EUR/year, 7500 EUR/year for law, 8000 EUR/year for business administration; 7500 EUR/year for master's degree in psychology, 9000 EUR/year for law, 10000 EUR/year for business administration; 12000 EUR/year for doctoral degree in psychology, 15000 EUR/year for law, 18000 EUR/year for business administration.

Campus environment

The campus is located in downtown Lisbon, with complete entertainment facilities around. The school has facilities such as libraries and sports fields, and also provides students with opportunities to communicate with representatives of different countries and nationalities through international exchange programs to broaden their horizons.