Applications for the 2026/2027 intake are open in the following phases. Phase 2 runs from 4 July 2026 to 15 July 2026. Phase 3 runs from 3 September 2026 to 10 September 2026. Applications are submitted through the University of Minho student portal.

Eligibility

The Master in Cybersecurity is open to:

  • Holders of a degree in Informatics, Informatics Engineering, Systems and Informatics Engineering, Information and Communication Technologies, Systems Engineering, or a closely related area of Information Technology.

  • Holders of a foreign higher academic degree conferred upon completion of a 1st cycle of studies organised in accordance with the principles of the Bologna Process by a State adhering to that process, in the areas of knowledge mentioned above.

  • Holders of a foreign higher academic degree formally recognised by the Scientific Council of the School of Engineering as satisfying the objectives of a Bachelor’s degree in the areas of knowledge mentioned above.

  • Holders of an academic, scientific or professional curriculum recognised by the Scientific Council of the School of Engineering as attesting the capacity to undertake this cycle of studies.

Application Deadlines — 2026/2027

Phase Start Date End Date
Phase 2 4 July 2026 15 July 2026
Phase 3 3 September 2026 10 September 2026

Applications are submitted through the official University of Minho student portal:

Apply via the UMinho Portal

Places are limited; candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early and to prepare their supporting documents in advance.

Information for International Candidates

The Master in Cybersecurity welcomes applicants from outside Portugal. The notes below summarise the most common questions raised by international candidates regarding language, degree recognition, and practical aspects of relocation.

Language of Instruction

The official language of instruction is Portuguese. International students are expected to possess a working knowledge of the language, sufficient to follow spoken lectures and to read written course materials. The great majority of materials — textbooks, research papers, and reference works — are nevertheless in English, and faculty members are typically able and willing to deliver lectures, supervise assignments, and assess work in English upon request from international students.

Applicants who wish to develop their Portuguese before or during the programme are encouraged to enrol in courses offered by BabeliUM, the University of Minho’s language centre, which offers annual, semester, and intensive summer formats.

Recognition of Foreign Qualifications

Applicants holding degrees awarded outside the European Higher Education Area must obtain formal recognition of their credentials through the Directorate-General for Higher Education (DGES). Three pathways are available:

  • Automatic recognition — up to 30 days, for degrees from accredited institutions whose qualifications meet Portuguese standards (administrative fee €32.20).
  • Level recognition — up to 90 days, processed through the receiving university.
  • Specific recognition — up to 90 days, also processed through the receiving university.

Recognition may be initiated in parallel with the application to the programme, but confirmed credentials are required prior to final enrolment. Applicants are strongly advised to begin this process as early as possible in order to avoid delays.

Visa and Residence Permit

Citizens of European Union and European Economic Area Member States, as well as Swiss citizens, are not required to obtain a visa to study in Portugal; a valid identity document is sufficient. Citizens of other countries should consult the nearest Portuguese diplomatic mission regarding the appropriate study visa, and should apply once admission to the programme has been confirmed. Upon arrival, non-EU students must register with the Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) in order to obtain a residence permit for study purposes.

Tuition Fees and Cost of Living

Up-to-date information on tuition fees, applicable both to domestic and international students, is published by the University of Minho on its postgraduate fees page. Living costs in Braga are generally lower than in other major European university cities; further guidance on accommodation, transport, and student support is available through the University’s International Relations Office.

Welcome and Support for International Students

The University of Minho’s International Welcome Centre provides incoming students with administrative support, orientation activities, and assistance with accommodation, health insurance, and integration into academic and social life in Braga. The Department of Informatics and the programme’s academic management committee are also available to support international applicants throughout the admission process.