Introduction to Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal

The Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal is a well-known public polytechnic institute in Portugal. It aims to cultivate professional and technical talents and promote the development of scientific knowledge, providing students with high-quality higher education and broad career development prospects.

Overview

The institute has about 6,500 students and 500 teachers and researchers. It has 5 higher education schools, providing undergraduate, postgraduate, professional research and other courses in different fields including engineering, technology, education, sports, communication, business, management and health care.

History and establishment time

Founded in 1979 and began to enroll students in 1981.

School strength

Teaching staff: 500 teachers and researchers provide professional guidance and support for students.

Teaching facilities: The two campuses are located in Setúbal and Barreiro respectively. The teaching venues and equipment are high-quality and advanced, with laboratories, documentation centers, audio-visual equipment and computer facilities.

Scientific research results: Scientific research is one of the strategic goals. Research has been carried out in related fields and certain results have been achieved, which has promoted technological innovation and knowledge progress.

Nature of the institution

A public higher education institution.

Educational philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' professional skills and scientific knowledge. The curriculum is closely linked to market demand, emphasizing practical operations, allowing students to "learn by doing" and cultivate their ability to solve practical problems to better adapt to social and workplace needs.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: health and social protection, science, mathematics and computer science, social sciences, business and law, etc.

Key laboratories: No clear information was found.

Faculty

It consists of 5 higher education schools: Setubal Higher Technical School, School of Education, School of Business Sciences, Barreiro Technical School and School of Health.

Ranking

Ranked 21st in China and 3554th in the world in 2024; 1501+ in the THE World University Rankings in 2025.

Costs

No clear tuition standards were found.

Campus environment

Setubal, where the main campus is located, is a coastal city in Portugal, surrounded by beautiful beaches, mountains and historical and cultural relics. The campus has modern architecture. The teaching building of the School of Education was designed by a well-known architect and won the National Architecture Award. It has complete facilities, student dormitories, sports facilities, medical and psychological assistance and other welfare services, providing students with good learning and living conditions.