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Since 1994, APESP has represented private higher education institutions before political and regulatory authorities in Portugal.
The main objectives of private higher education institutions are to educate the population, train professionals, contribute to the country’s knowledge and development, and ensure the cultural, scientific, and professional training of their students.
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7 July, 2026
Bachelor's Degree in Renewable Energies and Environment at ISEC Lisboa receives maximum accreditation from A3ES
The Bachelor’s Degree in Renewable Energies and Environment at ISEC Lisboa has received the maximum...
7 July, 2026
ISCE receives official QS Stars certificate during the QS Higher Ed Summit: Europe 2026
ISCE received the official QS Stars certificate during the QS Higher Ed Summit: Europe 2026. The distinction...
6 July, 2026
Egas Moniz Ranks in the Global Top 30 of the Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026
Egas Moniz School of Health & Science has achieved the 30th position worldwide for SDG 3 –...
2 July, 2026
ISEC Lisboa Hosts Pedagogical Bootcamp on Generative Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education
“Generative Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education” was the central theme of the Pedagogical Bootcamp...
29 June, 2026
Universidade Lusíada celebrates 40 years
On June 28th, the 40th anniversary of Universidade Lusíada was celebrated — four decades dedicated to...
18 June, 2026
Seminar "Guiding Principles for the Development and Improvement of IQMS in HEIs"
As part of its mission to promote quality assurance and the continuous improvement of higher education...