How to recognise good student accommodation

Every day there seem to be more and more student accommodation in every city. They all offer pretty much the same thing: accommodation for university students, but do you know how to spot a good student residence? The best student accommodation doesn’t just offer places to sleep. Instead, they offer amenities, services, good care and […]

How to live in a student accommodation

University students love living in student accommodations for many reasons. Meanwhile, here you’ll have comfortable rooms, great facilities, good friends and fewer worries. Over the last few years, this type of accommodation has become more and more popular and it’s no wonder why. If you are one of those who are thinking about moving to […]

Porquê estudar no Porto como estudante Erasmus?

Erasmus at Porto

Porto is the second most visited Portuguese city by Erasmus students. Do you know why? This city, with its vintage charm, offers a relaxed lifestyle that university students love. It is the perfect place to receive an excellent education and at the same time, explore a spectacular culture and gastronomy. If you are already planning […]

6 tips for taking good notes at university

apontamentos na universidade

Taking notes in high school was the same as copying what the teacher had written on the blackboard, but at university, most teachers give long lectures and don’t write anything down. What’s the result? You don’t take notes either and when the exam is coming up, you don’t even know what to study. This is […]

Discover Oporto, a university city full of charm

Ciudad de Oporto con entanto para

Porto is a charming city for university students. Unlike the grand avenues of Lisbon, Porto is full of narrow cobbled streets and viewpoints that offer a good view of the Douro River. This city is home to local restaurants, beautiful gardens and inspiring museums. This city is perfect for students to live surrounded by history, […]

Student journal: how to form a successful study group

grupo de estudo

Study groups are great for improving your learning and giving you a better grasp of class topics. If you are part of a good study group, the task of understanding and memorising content will be more enjoyable. In addition, you will enjoy a relaxed and productive environment in the process. At some universities, it is […]

Studying in Porto: A Complete Guide for New University Students

guia completo para novos estudantes

Today, Porto is home to approximately 13,000 foreign students. The figure is already staggering and does not include Portuguese students who move to Porto to study at its universities. What does it all mean? That Porto is a university town full of a youthful and interesting vibe. If you are thinking of studying in Porto […]