Universidade Católica Portuguesa, under Decree-Law No. 64/2006, of 21 March, and by directive NR/R/0108/2006, allows access to its undergraduate degrees for those aged 23 and over who, while not having qualifications that grant them access to higher education, are able to prove their ability to attend a HE degree.

Please consult the General Regulations for special exams suitable to assess the ability to attend Higher Education for mature students.

 

Applications 2025/2026

 

Applications: March 10 to May 15
Release of the list of candidates admitted to exams: May 19
Written exam:  May 27
Interview:  May 29
Release of final results:  June 11
Enrollment: June 11 to 19

 

Required Documentation
 

 

Assessment Components
 

The assessment of the candidates’ ability to attend FCH-Católica undergraduate degrees is carried out through the following components:

 

1.       Evaluation of educational and professional CV;
2.       Explanation of the candidate’s motivations for wishing to enter higher education and interview;
3.       Written examination to evaluate the knowledge and skills considered fundamental for admission and progression in the degree to which the candidate is applying.
 

Bibliography 2024/2025         Written Exam 2024


Application fee for Over 23 (2025/2026): 260.00€
 

Application Process
 

Step 1 – Start your online application selecting "Maiores de 23 anos" (HERE)

Please fill in your personal details, select the degree you wish to apply for, and attach all required documentation.*

The original documentation or a certified copy must be submitted to the Secretaria Escolar (Academic Services) during enrolment.

* Please note that all documents must be submitted in PDF format.
 

Step 2 – Payment of application fee

After completing your application and attaching the required documentation, you must complete payment of the application fee (non-refundable). Please note that your application will only be considered complete after payment of this fee.
 

Step 3 – Application Results

Results will be made available in the Candidate Area on the scheduled date, with the indication of “Admitted” or “Not admitted”. You can access this area using the login details you will receive at the end of your application.

After results are released, you will receive an email with instructions on how to enrol.

 

START YOUR APPLICATION HERE

 

 

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