Computer Science Engineering is a branch of engineering focused on the design, development, and implementation of technology solutions based on software and hardware to solve complex problems across various fields. Computer Science Engineering studies the principles, techniques, and mechanisms necessary to design efficient and innovative computational systems.
Computer Science is vital to modern society, with the skills of Computer Engineers being essential in all companies and organizations involved in the development of services, systems, and products, particularly those operating in the field of Information Technology. Using advanced skills in artificial intelligence, software engineering, distributed systems, machine learning, cloud computing, digital media, security, among others, our engineers drive innovation in diverse areas such as Digital Transformation, Public Health and Personalized Medicine, Digital Agriculture, the Automotive Industry, Cybersecurity, and Privacy.
The Master’s in Computer Science and Engineering gives you the opportunity to be at the forefront of the technological revolution and to design and implement innovative technological solutions that boost productivity, efficiency, and progress across various sectors — from industry to services — promoting a more connected and advanced societ
These scholarships, worth 450 euros, are available to all students who:
a) Are applying, for the first time to the first year of a Master’s degree at NOVA FCT;
b) Have completed their Bachelor’s degree with a final grade equal to or higher than 15 (out of 20);
c) Have completed their Bachelor’s degree at a higher education institution in Portugal or in another Member State of the European Union.
Note: Only candidates whose course edition takes place at NOVA FCT are eligible.
The results will be announced in November 2026.
Check the regulations (in Portuguese only)!
Applications 2026/27
1st Phase: February 4 to March 27, 2026
2nd Phase: June 1 to July 17, 2026
3rd Phase: August 19 to September 4, 2026
Single application phase for international students: February 4 to March 27, 2026
Vacancies: 170
Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)
Format: On-site, Daytime
Language: English
Course Coordinator: Nuno Preguiça, mei.coordenador@fct.unl.pt
Academic division: mestrados@fct.unl.pt
The course is structured to achieve the following objectives: to provide a specialised core education in one area of Informatics, complemented by training in a second area; and to ensure a breadth of knowledge in Informatics that goes beyond the areas of specialisation.
To achieve the first objective, the course follows a model that combines specialisations and secondary concentrations.
A specialisation (36 ECTS, 30% of the course) provides in-depth knowledge in a broad area of Informatics. To obtain a specialisation, a student must complete two core, mandatory course units and four specialisation course units (electives chosen from a set of seven course units).
Tuition fee - Portuguese students: 1250 € / year
Tuition fee - Foreign students: 7000 € / year
MASTER’S ACCEPTANCE FEE (in Portuguese only):
Accepted candidates must pay a non-refundable fee of 100 euros within seven consecutive days from the date of placement. This fee will be deducted from the total tuition fee upon enrollment.
Failure to pay within this deadline will result in the candidate’s automatic exclusion. No exceptions or late payments will be accepted. Any payment made after the deadline will not be refunded, and the candidate will remain excluded.
The NOVA University Lisbon reinforces its commitment to equity in higher education by awarding scholarships that promote inclusion and equal opportunities.
More information here.
The Department of Computer Science is a pioneering institution in higher education and scientific research in Computer Science in Portugal, having trained thousands of Computer Science Engineers. Many of our faculty members have contributed to the development of Computer Science in the country, including the first national connection to the Internet, training the first PhDs, and establishing Portugal's reputation in research and innovation in Computer Science.
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