Program Overview
The Criminology at University Fernando Pessoa is a Master programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Criminology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Portugal and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 2,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Porto, Portugal
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Criminology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Justice, Ethics and Fundamental Rights
- Criminal Profiles and Prognosis of Crime: Risk and Protection Factors
- Culture and Comparative Criminology
- Crime, Development and Community Safety
- Information Sources in Crime: Criminology and Criminal Investigation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
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- Copy\nof European Union country identification document OR, if a Non European\nNational, Student Visa or Residence Permit issued by the\xc2\xa0Portuguese\nForeigners Service; \n
- Copy\nof a fiscal identification document (tax number) (for receipt purposes); \n
- Authenticated\ncopy of the Diploma or Certificate of undergraduate or graduate degree\n(see Notes 59.3 and 5.4); \n
- Authenticated\ncopy of Transcript of Records of undergraduate or graduate degree (see\nNotes 5.3 and 5.4); \n
- Updated\nCV (in\xc2\xa0Europass template); \n
- Proof\nof proficiency of the language of studies; \n
- UFP\xc2\x92s\napplication form, duly filled out \n
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 2,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 2,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University Fernando Pessoa directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University Fernando Pessoa
University Fernando Pessoa
Porto and Ponte de Lima, Portugal
Fernando Pessoa University is a private university located in Porto and Ponte de Lima, Portugal. It was founded in 1996 and named after Fernando Pessoa, a Portuguese writer and poet.
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-08-18
- Start Date 2018-09-22
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 120