FAQS

IBS Summer School Lisbon student, Yoyo Leong from Macau


1. How can I apply for the Summer School Lisbon?

There are two steps:

    1st) Student initiate Application: The student only needs to fill in and submit an online form

    2nd) Iscte validates the Application: Within 1-2 days ISCTE contacts the students with the detailed guidelines for completing the formal enrollment and payment

2. Who can apply for the Summer School Lisbon?

The summer school courses are available to students at the for bachelor or master levels coming from abroad or from Portugal, as well as to anyone interested in having an international academic experience at Iscte Business School.

3. Can I attend more than one course?

Yes. However, it is not possible to attend more than two courses per slot (Mid June, Early July, and Mid‑July), and one course must be taken in the morning and the other in the afternoon. When students enroll in multiple courses, they receive 10% off (2 courses), 20% off (3 courses), or 25% off (4 courses)—meaning that if they enroll in four courses, the one fee is waived

4. What are the criteria to select students who will participate in the summer programme?

Applications are accepted on a first‑come, first‑served basis. As we have a limited number of places for each programme, early applications are recommended.

5. What is the deadline for applications?

We recommend that you apply as soon as possible in order to guarantee your place. We remind you that  our prices are tied to an early-bird offer that ends on May 15

6. Do I need to present any English language certificate?

No, there is no need to submit an English language certificate (such as TOEFL). However, since all courses are taught in English, we recommend that students applying for the summer programme have a good level of English.

7. Do I need to have any knowledge of Portuguese language?

No, all courses will be conducted in English.

8. Are there any pre-requisites for the courses?

There no prerequisites.

The only exception is in Applied Financial Risk: Methods, Models & Real-World Cases, which requires basic concepts of Finance and Statistics.

9. Is there any scholarship or tuition available to attend the summer programme?

Unfortunately, there are no scholarships available for summer schools. However, we can recommend the following websites, where you may look for financial support to come to Lisbon: http://www.scholarshipportal.eu/ and https://globalscholarships.com/

11. How does the grading system work for the summer course?

Usually, the evaluation is based on class participation, individual or group work, and a final test. However, this may vary from course to course. Therefore, we recommend that you check each course syllabus to see the grading system applied.

Students who successfully complete the course (i.e., pass the course and do not miss more than 20% of classes) will receive an Academic Transcript. This transcript will indicate the total number of hours and the ECTS credits earned. Students who do not pass the course will receive a Certificate of Attendance

12. Are there any extra-curricular activities organised?
Cultural and leisure activities are offered during the Summer School (such as visits to castles, surf lessons and other sports, parties, etc.). Some optional activities may have an associated cost. The total expected cost of optional activities may range from around €35 (for example, a sunset sailing activity) to approximately €300, which may include a weekend trip to Porto or the Algarve.
13. Apart from the programme fees, are there any other costs involved?

Students are responsible for the costs of lodging, meals, flights, and overseas health/travel insurance.

14. Where can I stay?

We can provide accommodation in our Odivelas Residency for July and mid-July. Payments and details will be dealt directly with us.

 Alternatively, we can recommend accommodation through a partner company, where you can benefit from our special discounts. Payments are made directly to them.

15. What is included in the fee?

Lectures, class materials, local buddies to help you get around, several cultural and fun activities, a welcome program and lunch, and an enthusiastic farewell dinner and ceremony.

16. When should I plan to arrive at the residence

If you stay with us or our partner residence, here comes some additional information on check-in and check-out:

  • Guests are responsible for ensuring accurate check‑in and check‑out times as communicated prior to arrival. Any changes to the agreed schedule must be requested and confirmed in advance and are subject to availability. Failure to comply with the confirmed check‑out time may result in additional charges. The accommodation provider is not liable for any inconvenience or costs arising from delayed check‑ins or late check‑outs.


CONTACT

Ana de Jesus Marques

(+351) 210 464 444

short-term.ibs@iscte-iul.pt