Program Overview
The Instructional Technology and Distance Education (ITDE) at University Fernando Pessoa is a MSc programme in Education taught in English, Portuguese 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 education. 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 Instructional Technology and Distance Education (ITDE) 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, Portuguese
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: EUR 3,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Porto, Portugal
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Instructional Technology and Distance Education (ITDE) programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Media production and utilization skills
- Instructional design competencies
- Distance education course and program design and delivery competencies
- Instructional technology and distance education management, assessment, and evaluation abilities
- Research and evaluation competencies
- Leadership skills
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements and Application Instructions
a) Candidates holding an academic degree equivalent to a U.S. Bachelor Degree\xc2\xa0
b) Completed admission application packet, including $50 nonrefundable application fee made payable to Nova Southeastern University. Include with your application Official transcripts from\xc2\xa0all\xc2\xa0previously attended academic institutions. An official transcript indicating conferral of a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from a regionally accredited institution is required. A minimum\xc2\xa02.5\xc2\xa0cumulative grade point average (CGPA) is required for all students.
c) For International (Non U.S.) Applicants\xc2\xa0
Include with your application the following documents:
An official course-by-course evaluation with cumulative GPA, by one of the following organizations:
- Josef Silny & Associates, Inc.\xc2\xa0
- World Education Services.\xc2\xa0
A minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (CGPA) is required for all students.
d) Applicants whose native language is not English are required to demonstrate English proficiency by providing proof of (1) a minimum score of 213 on the computer based 79-80 in the Internet-based or 550 on the paper based, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam, or (2) 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 3,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 3,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
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- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English, Portuguese
- Duration 24 months