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    CONTENTS

    Welcome Message, 2

    Why Choose ISEG, 3

    Lifelong Learning, 9Academic Information, 11

    Subjects Taught in EnglishAcademic CalendarLanguage Requirements

    Assessment

    Applications for Student Mobility/Erasmus, 17ApplicationHow to ApplyEntry Procedures/VISA

    ECTS, 20What are ECTS?

    What is ECTS grading system?

    The ECTS Grading Scale

    The National Grading System

    How are ECTS credits transferred among higher education institutions?

    Buddiess Programme, 25

    Portuguese Language Course, 26

    Facilities and Services, 26ServicesHow to Get to ISEGGetting to ISEGISEG Campus and Local Map

    Useful Information for International Students, 33AccommodationHealth Care Services

    Around LisbonPortugal and the City of Lisbon

    The GovernmentTourism, Sightseeing and AttractionsLibraries and BookshopsLeisureTransportOther Useful Information and ContactsUseful Websites

    Contacts and Coordinators, 61

    Notes, 62

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    Welcome Message

    We are pleased to welcome you to ISEG. Our

    Office is ready to help you in making your stay here

    as pleasant and academically rewarding aspossible. This Guide has been prepared to facilitate

    your process of setting in and your adaption to our

    country and Lisbon in particular. Here you will find a

    general description of our school, academic

    information, accommodation suggestions, student

    support services and other useful information.

    The academic and administrative staff, as well as students of the School of Economics

    and Management (ISEG) of the Technical University of Lisbon (UTL) would like to thank

    you for choosing to study with us and welcome you to Lisbon, Portugal. We proudly

    welcome every year many of international students from very diverse backgrounds and

    nationalities. International students are very important to the universitys culture and

    educational achievement.

    We hope this information will be helpful to you. If you have any queries please do not

    hesitate to get in touch with our Erasmus Office (GEI): [email protected].

    Mission

    The mission of the ERASMUS Office (GEI) is to support the Universitys

    internationalisation and to facilitate the integration of ERASMUS, other foreign students

    and scholars into the ISEG community. This office provides advising services in terms of

    academic orientation, cultural integration and personal concerns. Ongoing support and

    assistance is available to ERASMUS students throughout the whole year.

    Feel free to come to the ERASMUS Office whenever you have doubts or problems.

    We hope you feel happy at ISEG and that your mobility period is an enjoyable and

    enriching experience.

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    Why Choose ISEG?

    One of the Top Management & Economics School in Portugal

    Top levels of research and teaching:The ISEG School of Economics and Management (Instituto Superior de Economia e

    Gesto) is part of the Technical University of Lisbon (Universidade Tcnica de Lisboa

    UTL). ISEG's origins date back to 1759 and it strives to contribute to the modernisation

    and development of Portugal by training future economists and managers. The

    objectives of this school include the promotion of education, culture, research and

    consulting, as well as nurturing exchange and co-operation at both national and

    international levels. Many faculty members obtained PhDs and post-doc training in

    leading foreign universities. The quality of both teaching and research programmes isregularly assessed in order to guarantee students with outstanding services in higher

    education. We are proud to be recognised as one of the top nationals leading

    universities for the quality of our teaching and research.

    Promotes internationalisation:

    Since 1989 it has been actively engaged in students exchanges within the

    Socrates/Erasmus Programme. With a view of implementing common procedures and

    criteria aimed at guaranteeing academic recognition of studies abroad, our school

    applies the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).

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    Employment Prospects:

    ISEG is one of the top management and economic schools that companies target when

    they are looking for new employees. ISEGs graduates are highly recognised by

    employers across the nation and the globe due to the wide choice of courses, which

    enables students to follow their desired career path.

    Attractive Location:

    ISEG is located in Lisbon, near the Portuguese Parliament, in the centre of one of the

    most beautiful and historical cities of Europe. The city has excellent transport

    connections including an international airport located very close to the citys centre.

    The School of Economics and Business Management (ISEG)

    The School of Economics and Business Administration (Instituto Superior de Economia

    e Gesto - was founded in 1759, and since 1930 it is part of the Technical University of

    Lisbon. This institute strives to contribute to the modernisation and development of

    Portugal by training future economists and managers, prepared to perform an active role

    in this process. The objectives of this school involve the promotion of education, culture,

    research, services supply, exchange and co-operation at national and international

    levels.

    Academics

    At present the school has 300 teachers, about 3500 students in 5 undergraduate

    courses, about 20 Masters degree courses, an MBA Programme, and 5 Doctorate

    courses. ISEG maintains a leading role among universities within its field in Portugal.

    This is demonstrated not only by the quality of teaching, but also by public recognition of

    the school's research activities.

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    Under-Graduate Studies

    Economics

    Management

    Finance

    Mathematics Applied to Economics and Management

    Sports Management

    Masters:

    Accounting, Taxes and Corporate Finance

    Actuarial Science* Applied Econometrics and Forecasting

    Applied Economics

    Development and International Cooperation

    Economic and Organizational Sociology*

    Economics

    Economics and Management Decision

    Economics and Management of Science, Technology and Innovation*

    Economics and Public Policy Finance*

    Human Resources Management

    International Economics and European Studies

    Management Science

    Marketing*

    Mathematical Finance

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    Monetary and Financial Economics

    Real Estate and Management Valuation

    Science on Management Information Systems*

    Social Policy Analysis

    Strategy and Operations Management

    And

    Master in Business Administration/MBA

    The courses marked with * have been prepared to be offered in English.

    PhDs Programs

    PhD Economics Programme; PhD Management Programme;

    Doctorate Programme in Economic and Organizational Sociology;

    Sustainable Energy Systems Doctoral Programme: a joint-venture with the

    School of Engineering of Lisbon (Instituto Superior Tcnico) and MIT

    Portugal;

    Technological Change and enterpreneurship: a joint-venture with Carnegie

    Mellon University, Technical University of Lisbon and Catholical University of

    Lisbon; Development Studies;

    Mathematics Applied to Economics and Management;

    Economic and Social History.

    Research Units and Specialised Post-Graduate Programmes

    High quality research is very much praised and supported at ISEG, with the school offering a

    framework of incentives to its researchers to stimulate the number of publications in top

    scientific journals. ISEG has a total of ten specific research centres committed to producetop-scientific research. Additionally, the school publishes two Scientific Journals, the

    Portuguese Journal of Management Studiessince 1993 and Economic Studiessince 2002.

    Both are very important publications for the Portuguese scientific community.

    ISEG has four main research centres, classified as Excellent and Very Good by the

    Fundao para a Cincia e Tecnologia, institution whose main goal consists in continuously

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    promoting the advancement of scientific and technological knowledge in Portugal. These

    centres are the following:

    CEMAPRE - Centre for Applied Mathematics and Economics), was founded in

    1984 (http://cemapre.iseg.utl.pt/research/) ;

    GHES - Office of Economic and Social History, was founded in 1975(http://pascal.iseg.utl.pt/~ghes/);

    SOCIUS Research Centre in Economic and Organizational Sociology, was

    founded in 1991 (http://pascal.iseg.utl.pt/~socius/home_uk.html);

    UECE - Research Unit on Complexity and Economics, was founded in 1997

    (http://pascal.iseg.utl.pt/~uece/index.shtml).

    ISEG has also other research centres, namely:

    ADVANCE - Research Centre of Advanced Management;

    CEGE - Research Centre of Business Management Studies;

    CEsA - Centre of African Studies and Development;

    CIEF - Centre of Financial Economic Research;

    CIRIUS - Centre of Regional and Urban Research;

    CISEP - Research Centre About the Portuguese Economy.

    Specialised Post-Graduate Programmes

    Accounting & Tax

    Accounting, Tax and Cooperate Finance

    Public Accounting, Finance and Budget Management (M)

    Fiscal Management of Organizations

    Distribution, Transportation & Logistics

    Distribution and Logistics Management

    Marine Transport and Port Management

    Economics & International Relations

    Portuguese Economy

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    European Studies

    International Markets and Economic Diplomacy

    Social Policy

    International Economic Relations

    Finance

    Financial Analysis

    Social and Behavioural Finance

    Management for Banking and Insurance

    Quantitative Risk Management

    Risk and Derivatives Management

    Management, Strategy and Entrepreneurship

    Business Entrepreneurship Corporate Governance

    Economics and Management of Intellectual Property

    Economy and Management of Non-profit Institutions

    Communications and Multi-Media Management

    Local Authorities Management

    Project Management

    Real Estate Management and Valuation (M)

    Leadership & Management

    Management & Business Consulting

    Foresight, Strategy and Innovation

    Marketing

    Marketing Management (M)

    Marketing Research (M)

    Applied Mathematics

    Applied Econometrics and Forecasting

    Human Resources & Sociology

    Gender, Labour and Citizenship

    Human Resources and Social Welfare Management

    Organizations, Labour and Competence

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    Health Care

    Economic Assessment of Prescription Drugs

    Health Care Quality Management

    Pharmaceutical Marketing Management

    Systems and Information Technology

    Systems and Information Technology for Organizations

    Lifelong LearningLLP/ERASMUS

    In the academic year 2007/2008, the Socrates/Erasmus program reached an end and it

    was replaced by the new LLP - Lifelong Learning Program. LLP's first stage is

    scheduled for 2007/2013.

    The Lifelong Learning Programme comprises four sectoral programmes on school

    education (Comenius), higher education (Erasmus), vocational training (Leonardo daVinci) and adult education (Grundtvig), and is completed by a transversal programme

    focusing on policy cooperation, languages, information and communication technology

    and dissemination and exploitation of results. At last, a Jean Monnet programme is

    oriented towards European integration and the provision of support for certain key

    institutions and associations active in the field.

    Lifelong Learning Programme is an action plan of the European Community in the field

    of education and training. Its global goal is, in collaboration with the participating

    countries, to help students of all ages and social groups to improve their knowledge.Under Erasmus (one of the sectorial sub-programmes of the LLP), students can study in

    any other eligible Higher Education Institution, for a period of minimum three months and

    not exceeding one year.

    This period must follow a programme of studies, academically recognised by each home

    University.

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    The mobility of students also includes student placements in enterprises, training

    centers, research centers and other organizations.

    The aim of the new programme is to contribute through lifelong

    learning to the development of the Community as an advanced

    knowledge society, with sustainable economic development, more

    and better jobs and greater social cohesion. It aims to fosterinteraction, cooperation and mobility between education and training systems within the

    Community, so that they become a world quality reference.

    Source:http://ec.europa.eu/education/programmes/newprog/index_en.html

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    Academic Information

    Subjects Taught in English

    All first year course units common to Economics, Finance, Management andMathematics Applied to Economics and Management degrees are available in English.

    Moreover, a wide range of course units are also taught in English in the 2nd and 3rd

    years.

    1stYear Course units availableCourse

    unitCode

    Course unit Department SemesterECTS

    Credits

    IG Principles of Management Management 1st 6,0

    AIEEEconomics and Business

    Information

    Economics 1st 6,0

    E1 Economics I Economics 1st 6,0M1 Mathematics I Mathematics 1st 6,0CIF Quantitative Finance Management 1st 6,0

    HEEEconomic and BusinessHistory

    SocialSciences

    2nd 6,0

    E2 Economics II Economics 2nd 6,0M2 Mathematics II Mathematics 2nd 6,0

    CGE1 Accounting I Management 2nd 6,0

    ID Foundations of LawSocial

    Sciences2nd 6,0

    2ndYear Course units availableCourse

    unitCode

    Course unit Department SemesterECTS

    Credits

    S SociologySocial

    Sciences1st 6,0

    GF1 Corporate Finance I Management 2nd 6,0CAN Cost Accounting Management 2nd 6,0CG2 Accounting II Management 1st 6,0

    TI Information Technology Management 1st 6,0MAI Macroeconomics I Economics 1st 6,0

    SIG Management andInformation Systems Management 2nd 6,0

    EFPEconomics of the PublicSector

    Economics 2nd 6,0

    MO Operational Marketing Management 1st 6,0MEST Strategic Marketing Management 2nd 6,0

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    3rdYear Course units availableCourse

    unitCode

    Course unit Department SemesterECTS

    Credits

    STESociology of Work andWorkplace

    SocialSciences

    1st 6,0

    DEU European Law SocialSciences 1st 4,0GF2 Corporate Finance II Management 1st/2nd 6,0

    SEFEconomic and FinancialSociology

    SocialSciences

    2nd 4,0

    EIEIndustrial and FirmEconomics

    Economics 2nd 6,0

    EI International Economics Economics 1st 6,0IO Operational Research Mathematics 1st 6,0

    GPOProduction andOperations Management

    Management 2nd 6,0

    EEMP Strategic Management Management 2nd 6,0

    OINT InternationalOrganisations SocialSciences 2nd 4,0

    MAESocioeconomic

    ApplicationsEconomics 2nd 4,0

    GRHHuman ResourcesManagement

    Management 2nd 6,0

    ISEG offers a wide-ranging choice of course units/subjects for students studying abroad.

    Most students can take course units from the different academic departments, from

    across the whole range of degree programmes taught by the School.

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    Academic Calendar

    The academic year is divided into two semesters. All degrees offer semester-based

    courses. Generally, the winter semester starts in September and finishes at the end of

    December. The spring semester starts in February and finishes at the end of May. Theexam period for the 1st semester occurs in January and for the 2nd semester in June.

    Undergraduate Academic Calendar 2010/2011

    1stSemester Time Period Number of Weeks

    Lectures 20/09/2010 to 17/12/2010 13

    Christmas Holidays andPreparation for Exams 18/12/2010 to 02/01/2011 2

    1stPeriod of Exams 03/01/2011 to 14/01/2011 2

    Preparation for 2ndperiod ofexams

    15/01/2011 to 23/01/2011 1

    2ndPeriod of Exams 24/01/2011 to 28/01/2011 1

    2ndSemester Time Period Number of Weeks

    Lectures 14/02/2011 to 20/05/2011 13

    Easter Holidays 16/04/2011 to 25/04/2011 1

    Preparation for exams(study period)

    21/05/2011 to 29/05/2011 1

    1stperiod of Exams 30/05/2011 to 15/06/2011 2

    Preparation for 2nd Periodof exams 16/06/2011 to 26/06/2011 1

    2ndperiod of Exams 27/06/2011 to 01/07/2011 1

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    National Holidays

    1st of January: New Years Day

    25th of April: 25th of April Revolution Liberty (Revolution) Day

    1st of May: Labour Day (International)

    10th of June: Portugals National Day

    15th of August: The Assumption

    5th of October: Implantation of the Republic

    1st of November: All Saints Day

    1st of December: Independence Day

    8th of December: Immaculate Conception

    25th of December: Christmas Day

    Varying Holidays:

    8th of March: Carnival

    22ndof April: Saint Friday

    24thof April: Easter Sunday

    23rdof June: Corpus Christi

    13rd of June: St. Antonys Day (Lisbon Only)

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    Language Requirements

    You can also choose classes that are not lectured in English. For those classes, lectures

    are given in Portuguese; a reasonable knowledge of the language is essential. However,

    language competence is not an entrance requirement. There are different Portugueselanguage courses to which you may apply in Lisbon.

    In recent years this school has provided students with a Portuguese language course.It

    is aimed at providing the fundamental tools of the Portuguese language in order to

    facilitate your studies and your daily life in Portugal. When you arrive, you can sign up

    for the course and pay a fee of 50 euros, which will be given back to you at the end of

    the course together with a certificate. This means that the course is free of charge for

    exchange students. If there is a minimum of 10 students enrolled for the Portuguese

    language course, it will be held at ISEG. If not, the students will be distributed within theother schools of the Technical University. The total duration of the course is 40 hours (3

    times a week, 2 hours each day).

    In case you are interested in attending this course, please fill in the Attendance of

    Portuguese Course for Foreignersand send it back to us together with your exchange

    student application process. By sending us this document you are just demonstrating

    your interest in attending the Portuguese Language Course (see also page 26).

    Upon arrival at ISEG, you will receive the detailed timetable and you will be requested to

    confirm your participation. At that moment, and if you confirm, you will be allocated aplace in the course and you will be committed to attend it entirely. If you give up before

    its end, you will not be refunded with the 50 euros fee paid.

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    Assessment

    The academic year is divided into two semesters. A student may attend courses chosen

    from 2, 3 or 4 different academic departments (Economics, Management, Mathematics

    and Social Sciences).Foreign students take the same type of examination as Portuguese students, who are

    continuously assessed in a number of different ways. These may include formal

    examinations at the end of each semester, participation and class attendance, group

    projects and the presentation of case studies or essays. You will also be asked to work

    with other students to illustrate your ability to work as part of a team and be actively

    involved, encouraged to ask questions and join in discussions and debate with your

    teachers.

    In some courses, foreign students will be allowed to do their reports and writtenexaminations in English or another foreign language but this must be agreed upon by

    teachers on a case-by-case basis.

    A final mark is given at the end of each exam period.

    Grades are given on a scale with a maximum score of 20 and the minimum passing

    grade is 10.

    Students who fail in the normal exam, 1stperiod of exams, have a second opportunity in

    a final exam, 2ndperiod of exams (please consult the academic calendar).

    Examination dates and results are to be found online at our website.On successful completion of studies, students are automatically issued with an official

    certificate of studies. This document is subsequently delivered to the student's home

    university one month later.

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    Applications for Student Mobility/Erasmus

    Application

    The Instituto Superior de Economia e Gesto (ISEG) School of Economics and Management of the Technical

    University of Lisbon (Universidade Tcnica de

    Lisboa/UTL) welcomes applications from foreign students

    who are already registered at a Higher Education

    Institution outside Portugal and who wish to take some

    course units from our wide range of undergraduate and

    postgraduate programmes.

    In order to make the necessary arrangements, there must be a written agreementbetween ISEG and the home Institution of the applicant, which describes the terms and

    conditions of the mobility period (sometimes called the exchange period).

    How to Apply

    All students wishing to attend lectures at ISEG

    should fill in the following forms and send them tothe International Office of their home institution

    which is responsible for forwarding it to the

    Erasmus Office at ISEG (School of Economics and

    Management), within the deadlines below.

    1. Exchange Student Application Forms

    2. ECTS Learning Agreement

    3. Attendance of Portuguese Course For Foreigners

    The Erasmus Application deadline is the 30th of June for the winter semester and the

    30th of November for the spring semester.

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    The Home University, including a contact person, must be indicated on the application

    form, which should be signed and stamped by your International Exchange coordinator.

    Successful applicants will receive a formal letter of acceptance.

    Upon arrival, students should contact the Erasmus Office (GEI) to establish their studyprogramme, bringing along the following documents:

    1. Identification (ID card or Passport)

    2. Letter of presentation from the University of origin or document confirming you are an

    Erasmus student;

    3. European Health Insurance Card (medical assistance)

    4. One recent passport-size photograph

    5. Academic Transcript of Records from the students home University

    6. ECTS Learning Agreement (list of course units) to be attended at ISEG (case youhavent already sent to the Erasmus Office of ISEG)

    The Erasmus Office (GEI) of ISEG is the link between

    yourself and your departmental coordinator, who is

    responsible for the academic orientation and

    supervision of your studies. Never hesitate to contact

    us whenever you have any doubts or problems.After that, students should fill in their registration

    forms to formalize enrolment and get the schedules

    of the course units. Once you have enrolled, you can begin attending classes, you will

    be given a student identification number which will entitle you to use the library, the

    canteen and other school facilities.

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    Entry Procedures/VISA

    To live in Portugal all students must be bearers of a travel document, such as a valid

    passport or a national ID card. This is the document usually presented by citizens of the

    European Union and EEA (European Economic Area), who have the right to move toanother Member State to live, study and work. Even so, they should apply for a

    residence permit within 90 days of entry into Portugal to the Department of Immigration

    and Border Control. Confirmation of enrolment in a recognized school or college is

    required, as well as proof of health insurance coverage.

    Nationals of non-EU or non-EEA countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway) must

    apply for a Study Visa. This is a special permit issued for foreign students coming to

    Portugal (unless the country and Portugal have an agreement which provides exemption

    from visas). In this case, you can obtain the study visa from the Portuguese diplomaticrepresentative of your country (i.e. the Portuguese Embassy or Consulate). This

    document may be granted on various entry basis and is valid for a maximum period of

    one year.

    Family members may accompany you for the period of staying, by requesting a

    temporary visa at the Embassy or consulate of the country where they reside before

    coming to Portugal.

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    ECTS European Credit Transfer System

    The ECTS - European Credit Transfer System is a student-centred system based on the

    student workload required to achieve the objectives of a programme, which are specified

    with regard to learning and competences outcomes.One of the key objectives of the Bologna Declaration of June 1999 is to facilitate the

    recognition and transparency of periods of study abroad. With this system, the study

    programmes become easy to compare for all students, both local and foreign, and, as a

    consequence, it facilitates mobility and academic recognition among universities. On the

    other hand, universities are stimulated to organise and revise their study programmes in

    order to make them more attractive for foreign students.

    What are ECTS credits ?

    ECTS credits are basically a numerical value, ranging from 1 to 60, which are allocated

    to course units in order to describe the overall student workload required to complete

    them. ECTS credits are a relative rather than an absolute measure of student workload.

    Thus, the credits reflect the quantity of work that each course unit requires in relation to

    the total quantity of work necessary to complete a full year of academic study at the

    higher education institution - that is, work involved in lectures, seminars, practical work,

    tutorials, fieldwork, personal study (e.g. your own studies carried out in the library or athome), examinations or other assessment activities. So, you can se that ECTS credits

    are based on the overall student workload and are not strictly limited to the hours of

    contact (in classes, for instance).

    In ECTS, 60 credits represent the workload of an academic year of study and normally

    30 credits represent a semester and 20 credits a term.

    In addition to this, in case of a study period abroad the ECTS credits ensure that the

    programme will be reasonable in terms of workload.

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    What is the ECTS grading scale?

    Many different national grading scales exist in Europe. Thus, in order to facilitate the

    mobility of students and the transference of their grades between institutions, a commonECTS grading system has been developed.

    The ECTS grading scale is based on the combined use of keywords with short

    explanations and alphabetical definitions, ranging from A to F. The ECTS grading scale

    ranks the students on a statistical basis.

    The aim of the scale is to provide an instrument of transparency within the European

    higher education system, to build bridges and foster partnerships among institutions, as

    well as to broaden the choices available to students. The system makes it easier for

    institutions to recognize the learning achievements of their students through the use ofcommonly understood measurements credits and grades - and it also provides a

    means to interpret national systems of higher education.

    ECTS is based on three core elements: information (on study programmes and student

    achievement), mutual agreement (between the partner institutions and the student) and

    the use of ECTS credits (which reflect the overall student workload).

    The ECTS Grading Scale

    As mentioned above, the grading system is an essential issue in the academic

    recognition process of international mobility programmes. Grading scales vary according

    to host countries and institutions, accounting for the difficulty and complexity levels of the

    equivalence process. Therefore, in order to overcome this wide complex universe of

    national grading systems throughout Europe, a grading scale has been developed in the

    framework of ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) to make the comparison

    between different national scales easier and the assessment process more transparent

    The ECTS grading scale allows the qualitative assessment of students performance in

    the course units (subjects) attended at the host institution. Firstly, this grading system

    divides students into two categories: pass and fail; then, those obtaining passing

    grades are divided into five subgroup and an ECTS grade is allocated to each subgroup.

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    The ECTS grade provides additional information regarding the students achievements in

    a specific subject. It is based on the rank of a student in a given assessment, i.e., how

    he/she performed relative to other students in the same class (or in a significant group of

    students).

    It is important to note that the ECTS grade does not intend to replace the local grade

    (see topic below); the main objective is to provide qualitative information about thestudents academic performance. Therefore, it is based on a relative grade that can be

    represented as follows:

    ECTS

    Grade

    % of successful students normally

    achieving the gradeDefinition

    A 10Excellent: outstanding performance with

    only minor errors.

    B 25Very Good: above average standard but

    with some errors.

    C 30Good: generally sound work with a number

    of notable errors.

    D 25Satisfactory: fair but with significant

    shortcomings.

    E 10Sufficient: performance meets the minimum

    criteria.

    F -Fail: some more work required before credit

    can be awarded.

    The ECTS credits have been fully introduced in all graduate programmes offered by

    ISEG. A credit indicates the average amount of time necessary to fulfill the course

    requirements: attendance of lectures, seminars, workshops, practical exercises,

    preparation of papers and exams. Sixty credits corresponds the average workload of afull-time student during one academic year. ECTS is based on the principle that 60

    credits measure the workload of a full-time student during one academic year.

    Credits in ECTS can only be obtained after successful completion of the work required

    and appropriate assessment of the learning outcomes achieved.

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    The National Grading System

    10 - 13 Sufficient

    14 - 15 Good

    16 - 17 Good with distinction18 - 19 Very Good with distinction

    20 Very Good with distinction and honors

    In the national grading system, the results are represented in a scale from 0 to 20, and

    the minimum mark required to approval is 10.

    How are ECTS credits transferred among higher education institutions?

    Home and host institutions have to prepare and exchange transcripts of records for each

    student participating in ECTS. This process is required before and after the period of

    study abroad. Copies of these transcripts are given to the student for his/her personal

    file. The home institution recognises the amount of credit received by the students

    coming from partner institutions abroad, so that the credits for the course units replace

    the credits which would have been obtained from the home institution. The Learning

    Agreement provides the student a guarantee in advance that the credits for theapproved programme of study will be transferred.

    The ECTS credit system provides transparency through the following means:

    1. ECTS credits, which are a numerical value allocated to course units in order to

    describe the student workload required to complete them;

    2. The transcript of records, in which the students learning achievements are fully

    displayed in a comprehensive way, so as to be understood and easily transferablefrom one institution to another;

    3. The learning agreement, which covers the programme of study to be taken by the

    student, as well as the ECTS credits to be awarded in case of satisfactory

    completion. This involves the commitment of both home and host institutions, as well

    as of the student.

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    4. The information package, which supplies written information to students and staff of

    institutions, departments/faculties, the organisation and structure of studies and

    course units;

    Full academic recognition is a fundamental condition for student mobility in the

    framework of the Erasmus and Socrates programmes. The study period abroad replacesthe equivalent period of study taken at the home university (including examinations or

    other forms of assessment), within the framework of the agreed study programme

    between partner institutions.

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    Buddiess Programme

    The first days in a new environment may not be easy. In order to facilitate your

    integration and the contact with local students, ISEG has set up a buddies programme,

    in which local students voluntary offer their help and support to new fellows.

    Before your arrival at ISEG you will be allocated a Buddy Erasmus. This means that a

    student from ISEG will help you in your social and academic integration. In this

    procedure, the Erasmus Office will have into consideration the course you will be

    attending, so that your Buddy Erasmus can be more helpful.

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    Portuguese Language Course

    If you want to learn about Portuguese language and society, why not enroll in a course

    of Portuguese as a Foreign Language.There are many Portuguese language courses to

    which you may apply in Lisbon. As mentioned above, in recent years this school hasprovided students with a Portuguese language course. When you arrive, you can sign up

    for the course and pay a fee of 50 euros, which will be given back to you at the end of

    the course together with a certificate. If there is a minimum of 10 students enrolled for

    the Portuguese language course, it will be held at ISEG. If not, the students will be

    distributed within the other schools of the Technical University. The total duration of the

    course is 40 hours (3 times a week, 2 hours each day).

    Facilities and Services at ISEG

    Library

    The school has a modern central library and computer centre,

    offering over 80000 specialised books, journal and

    periodicals. In fact, its economic documentation is the most

    complete of its kind in the country. As well as hosting all the

    modern information services necessary for study and

    research, the library provides very comfortable reading

    facilities.

    Any student wishing to borrow books from the library must request a loan card.

    Timetable: Monday-Friday 9.30 am to 23.00 pm. Saturday 9.30 am to 12.00 pm and from

    1.30 pm to 5.00 pm

    Bookshop

    ISEG has a bookshop selling school books, literature and

    stationery. Timetable: Monday-Friday 9.00 am to 13.00 pm and

    14.00 pm to 19.00 pm.

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    Computing Facilities

    All students have access to computer rooms, which can be an invaluable asset in

    obtaining information and preparing class assignments and projects. About two hundred

    computers are available with internet access, and the most common software.

    Remember, you are also entitled to your personal e-mail address at ISEG.Users who have a portable computer with a wireless network board can read their e-mail

    or access the web from numerous locations around the Campus of ISEG without having

    to hook up their modems.

    Virtual Secretariat - Academic Service for Students AQUILA System

    Standing around in queues to register for courses is a thing of the past. At ISEG,

    students register on-line through the web. They can view their exam results and check

    their credit accumulation. Note however that first-time registrations are carried out on

    paper. Upon first registration, new students receive their username and password for

    future use of AQUILA that is the "virtual" face of the Academic Services of the University.

    Timetable: Monday/Friday 9.00 am to 23.00 pm. Closed during the month of August.

    Bars and Canteens

    ISEG boasts three snack bars, a canteen and a restaurant.

    The canteen serves lunch and dinner. The price of a standard

    meal is around 2,10 and includes soup, the dish of the day,

    milk or fruit juice and dessert. The snack bars serve a variety

    of hot and cold light meals and refreshments.

    Timetable:

    Bar: Monday/Friday: 8.30 am to 22.00 pm; Saturday: 8.30 am to 14.00 pm

    Canteen: Monday/Friday: 12.00 pm to 14.30 pm; Saturday: 12.00 pm to 14.00 pm

    Study Rooms

    There are several study rooms, if you need to study at ISEG.

    On the Library (on the Ground Floor): Monday/ Friday: 9.30 am to

    23.00 pm, Saturday: 9.30 am to 17.00 pm.

    Bank (CGD)

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    During the week, banks are open from 8.30 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. On weekends and on

    public holidays these services are closed. However Lisbon abounds in cash point

    dispensers (ATMs), which can be identified by an MB sign. The maximum withdrawal per

    day is 200 Euros. Within the ISEG building there is a branch of one of the major

    Portuguese banks, the Caixa Geral de Depsitos (CGD). This CGD branch has special

    opening hours, being open from 10.00 a. to 4.30 pm. The widely accepted credits cardsare VISA, American Express, Euro Card and MasterCard. Your pin number enables you

    to withdraw cash from any of the Multibanco automatic cash-dispensing machines. You

    may also apply for a University Card authorising you to open a bank account.

    The Students Union

    It is not easy to move to a new country and make new friends. But friends are never far

    away. There are many opportunities to make contact with students here in ISEG,whether it is through the Students Union or with other international students.

    AEISEG

    The students union (AEISEG) is responsible for cultural activities such as publishing

    books, organising conferences, exhibitions, festivals and concerts as well as athletic

    activities at different sports' tournaments.

    AIESECThe International Students Association of ISEG performs a number of valuable services

    to the student community through its efforts in forging links between students and the

    business world.

    ALUMNI

    The liaison between the academic and the professional world is fostered through the

    Alumni Association. Besides upholding the reputation of ISEG as a nucleus for

    excellence in teaching and research, the aim of the Alumni Association is to strengthen

    the close co-operative ties among former students.

    TUNA ECONMICAS

    Any student who can sing, dance or play a musical instrument is invited to join the

    school band, interpreting traditional academic songs. Join Tuna Econmicasand share

    in the country's culture.

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    THE UNIVERSITY CHOIR

    If you have a melodious voice, feel free to come along for a rehearsal. You may well be

    selected to join this highly renowned choir.

    How to Get to ISEG

    Getting to ISEG

    Arriving by Plane:

    Lisbon is just a few hours away from North America (about 6 to

    8 hours) and 2 to 3 hours from most European cities. Lisbon's

    international airport (Aeroporto da Portela) is only 7 km away

    from the city centre. A complete public transport network is

    available in the main towns.

    In Lisboa there are three kinds of public transport: buses and

    trams (Carris) and Underground (Metro). The bus fares range

    from 1,20 to 1,40 and the Metro fare is 0,75 . If you wish,

    you may choose to purchase a monthly ticket for buses, Metro and trams at the price of

    about 25 , which allows you to travel as many times as you wish.

    A simple and cheap way of getting from the airport to the city

    centre is by bus, take the AeroBus number 45 at the Airport,

    get off at Av. Fontes Pereira de Melo bus stop. From there you

    take the number 727 bus to go to ISEG and get off at Conde

    Baro / Av. D. Carlos I bus stop.

    Buses operate from 7.00 am to 9.00 pm, running every 15 minutes and the price is

    around 2,85.

    Alternatively, since the Lisbon Airport is very close to the City Centre, you can reach

    ISEG by taxi (ask about the fare beforehand and for a receipt at destination), they are

    available 24-hours a day, the journey time to the city centre lasts 15-30 minutes and

    costs between 10-15 EUR, ask to come to Rua das Francesinhas, near the Parliament

    (Assembleia da Repblica).

    Taxis are mostly painted cream with a roof-light to identify them. However, some taxis

    keep the old colours, green and black. In towns, taxis use taximeters, but outside urban

    boundaries, the service is charged by the kilometer, and includes the price for the

    drivers return to his starting point. From 10 p.m. to 6 p.m., the fare increases 20%. It is

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    usual to give a tip of 10% on top of the price registered. Luggage is charged according to

    a fixed rate. All taxis have an updated chart in two languages.

    Arriving by Train:

    If you arrive by train, you will reach the elegant Victorian-style

    Santa Apolnia railway station. To get to ISEG, you should takethe 794 bus and get off at Rua Conde Baro. Then you have

    two alternatives: either to walk up Av. D.Carlos I or to take the

    number 6 or 727 bus and get off at the last stop in Av. D.Carlos

    I.

    You can also take from Santa Apolnia railway station bus number 6 and get off at

    Conde Baro / Av. D. Carlos I bus stop.

    Transports to Get to ISEG

    By bus (bus numbers): Av. D. Carlos I: 706, 727By tram: Calada da Estrela: 28By train: From Estao de Santa Apolnia: take bus 794 to Rua Conde Baro. Then either

    walk up Avenida D.Carlos I or take bus 6 or 727 to last stop in Avenida D. Carlos I. Estao de Santos (Linha de Cascais)By underground: Rato (Linha Amarela) Cais do Sodr (Linha Verde)By foot: Follow directions to the Parliament ("Assembleia da Repblica"). ISEG is just across

    Calada da Estrela.

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    ISEG Campus Map

    ISEG is a campus with a variety of buildings: Bento Jesus Caraa Building - Rua Miguel Lupi (Street), n20. Quelhas Building, with an entrance in Rua Miguel Lupi (Parking Lot); entrance in Rua

    do Quelhas n 6, and of Rua das Francesinhas. Francesinhas Buildings (Buildings 1 e 2), situated between Rua das Francesinhas

    and Rua Miguel Lupi;, with entrances in Rua das Francesinhas and internal entrancein the Quelhas Building.

    1. Quelhas Building (Convent) Class Rooms (Post-Graduate Studies) - ProfessorOffices of the Mathematics

    2. Quelhas Building Administrative Services and Auditoriums3. Bento Jesus Caraa Building Professor Offices of the Departments of Economics,Management, Social Sciences, Research Centres, and Computer Services4. Pereira de Moura Library Information Centre and Documentation5. Francesinhas I Building Erasmus Office and Class Rooms (UndergraduateDegrees)6. Francesinhas IIBuilding- Classrooms (Undergraduate, and Post-Graduate Studies)

    Computer Centres - Canteen - AEISEG and AIESEC offices

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    Local Map

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    Useful Information for International Students

    Accommodation

    The Erasmus Office (GEI) is not responsible for settling students in accommodation buttries to do its best providing all the necessary orientation and information for all incoming

    students. For this purpose, it works together with the aforementioned group of local

    students.

    Accommodation in Halls of Residence is extremely scarce and only 1% of foreign

    students manage to get a place there. To overcome this problem, renting a room in an

    apartment, shared with other students looking for an extra flat mate to share bills, is the

    best solution and a less expensive option.

    Remember that finding lodgings in Lisbon can be difficult, especially if you are staying forless than a year. While seeking for permanent accommodation the best option for first

    nights is to stay at a Youth Hostel. Make sure you have a reservation.

    University Residence

    The halls of residence have no single rooms; each room is shared by two or three

    students, and has wash-basin facilities. There are also shared living room, kitchen and

    bathroom facilities. Though crockery and cutlery is not provided, you can purchase

    whatever you need on the spot. The neighbouring area has many low-price shops where

    such items can be bought inexpensively. If such accommodation appeals to you, please

    state this in your accommodation request so we make arrangements.

    ANJAF Residence

    With the purpose of offering a housing quality service to all the students, as well as a

    pleasant space to study.

    ANJAF offers the possibility to benefit from the Centre of resources and library, the

    social integration support and professional training at the same time.

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    Private Housing

    It is also possible to rent a private room (living in with a family) or to rent an apartment.

    Such rooms cost about 175/250 per month. Flats normally consist of two or three

    rooms. Do not hesitate to contact the Erasmus Office ([email protected]). They canhelp you make these arrangements through their list of private rooms in the ISEG

    vicinity. Students may also find a notice board with a variety of accommodation on offer

    next to the student union.

    Youth Hostel

    There are two youth hostels in Lisbon. They offer two kinds of rooms: double and

    dormitory rooms, designed to accommodate up to six people. As this is normally a

    temporary solution, you are expected to pay for each nights stay (including breakfast).

    The youth hostel also has a restaurant (self-service) with a take-away facility. There you

    can have lunch or dinner for 5. The price is 35 (low season) and 42 (high season) for

    a double room with toilet. If you really need accommodation urgently, contact:

    Lisbon Youth Hostel

    Rua Andrade Corvo, 461050 009 Lisboa

    Phone: +351 213 532 696 - Fax: +351 213 537 541Underground/Subway - Picoas

    E-mail: [email protected]

    Lisbon Youth Hostel at Parque das Naes

    R. de Moscavide, 471011-998 Lisboa

    Tel.: +351 218 920 890 - Fax: +351 218 920 891Underground/Subway - Oriente

    E-mail: [email protected]

    For further information please consult the Web site: www.sej.pt/areas/pousadas

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    Health Care Services

    Public Health Clinic

    In Portugal most people receive medical treatment through the Public Health Clinic

    (Centro de Sade). That is run through the National Health System in order to provide

    general healthcare for the general public. In case of sudden illness you should go to the

    permanent attendance service (SAP).

    Hospital

    The district of Lisbon has many hospitals that are also run through the National Health

    System. The emergency section of the hospital is open 24 hours a day. Only in cases of

    risk to life or real emergency should you go to the emergencies section (urgncias).

    Otherwise you should go to the SAP at the nearest public health clinic. In the event of

    an emergency, dial 112 (free call) and ask for the ambulance or police service.

    Student Social Services

    In order to have access to health care, E.U. citizens, who do not reside in Portugal, must

    be accompanied by either their passport, identity card or by the European Health

    Insurance Card. As an ISEG student you are entitled to medical care at very low prices

    through our Social Services:

    Social Services' Medical Care

    Av. Fontes Pereira de Melo, 25 - 1. Dto.Tel.: +351 213 531 138

    Schedule:Monday 11.00 am to 7.00 pm

    Tuesday / Wednesday 10.00 am to 6.00 pmThursday 11.00 am to 6.00 pm

    Friday 9.00 am to 6.00 pm

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    Psychology Service

    At ISEG all students are entitled to a free appointment with our psychology service.

    Schedule:Tuesday 10.00 am to 1.00 pm and from 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm

    Thursday 10.00 am to 1.00 pm

    Pharmacies

    Most pharmacies in Lisbon are open during the week from 9.00 am to 1.00 pm and from

    3.00 pm to 7.00 pm. On Saturday the opening hours are from 9.00 am to 1.00 pm. They

    are closed on Saturday afternoon and on Sunday.

    Special 24-hour services are made available by pharmacies on a rotation basis. You can

    check their addresses at the door of any pharmacy (open or closed) or ask through the

    telephone number 118.

    Vaccination

    For the purposes of entering, residing and studying in Portuguese territory, there are no

    statutory requirements with respect to vaccination. Nevertheless, the Portuguese

    Ministry of Health highly recommends that all citizens be vaccinated against tetanus,

    with a maximum lapse of ten years between doses.

    Payments and healthcare insurance

    Healthcare must always be paid for, either directly by the patient or by means of a health

    insurance policy. It is the students responsibility to ensure that he/she has an adequate

    health insurance policy.

    Social Security Systems

    You should bring your European Health Insurance Card (this card was substituted by

    document E111) and you will be treated as if they were a Portuguese citizen. Many

    students can benefit from the international agreements in which Portugal participates in

    order to gain access to the Portuguese Social Security System and through it to the

    National Health System.

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    At multilateral level, the Community Regulations on Social Security, no. 1408/71 and no.

    574/72, which include the member states of the European Union as well as Island,

    Lichtenstein, Norway, which are part of the European Economic Area, as well as

    Switzerland.

    For further information about these conventions and agreements, students shouldcontact the social security services in their home country before traveling to Portugal.

    If you are coming for a six months study period or more, then you are entitled to use this

    service, as if you were a permanent resident.

    Around Lisbon

    Portugal and the City of Lisbon

    Portugal is located on the western side of the Iberian Peninsula (Pennsula Ibrica), with

    832 km of Atlantic coast and 1,215 km of land border with Spain. The country includes

    Madeira and the Azores, two groups of islands in the Atlantic. It is one of the twenty-

    seven European Union Member States and joined the EU in 1986 (the European

    Economic Community, at the time).

    Portuguese Flag

    The country has a surface area of 92,100 sq km within the Iberian Peninsula, with a

    shape of a rectangle of some 560 km in length and 220 km in breadth, and about 10

    million inhabitants. The population is largely concentrated in the capital, Lisbon (about

    two million people including periphery) and in other coastal cities on the Atlantic, mainly

    Oporto.

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    Source:http://www.strawberryworld-lisbon.com/lisbon/essential/geography.html

    Lisbon, capital city, is located on the right side of the Tagus river, in the center ofPortugal, which is found in south-western Europe, bordered by Spain on the north and

    east and by the Atlantic Ocean on the south and west. It is the westernmost city in

    continental Europe and lies more or less in the centre of the country, approximately 300

    km from the Algarve in the south and 400 km from the northern border with Spain.

    It has an area of 84 sq. km. and a population of 556 797 inhabitants. The area known as

    Greater Lisbon has a population of 2,1 million in an area of 2750 sq. km.

    The capital city of Portugal is built on seven hills overlooking the Tagus River, the very

    soul of the city.The city grew from the hill of the castle. Phoenicians, Greeks and Carthaginians founded

    colonies here. Romans consolidated their port and fishing vocation; the polis developed

    in the imperial itinerary.

    With the barbarian occupations by the Alamos, the Germanic tribes and the Visigoths

    the towns declined. The flourishing came with the Moorish occupation from year 719 to

    year 1147. Conquered by King Afonso Henriques in the year 1147, the city prospered

    with the permanence of the court and its urban character was reinforced as capital of the

    realm (year of 1256). Lisboa became a European mercantile centre through thediscoveries carried out by the Portuguese in the 16th century.

    In 1755, it was devastated by an earthquake, in which it is believed that about 30 000

    lives were lost and more than 9 000 buildings were destroyed. The city was rebuilt for

    that day and age under the direction of the Marqus de Pombal. The downtown part of

    Lisboa still retains its 18th century character. Over the centuries, Lisboa went through

    wide changes, although many traces of the citys rich and troubled past have been

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    retained. In 1994, Lisboa received the title of European Capital of Culture, and the city

    was promoted throughout the entire year in a wide variety of events.

    Source: www.utl.pt/docs/FSG.pdf

    The memories of the golden age a period when Lisbon became the capital city of therealm and one of the most famous and cosmopolitan centers of 16th century Europe -

    are etched in Torre de Belm, Mosteiro dos Jernimos and Padro dos Descobrimentos.

    To the east, the city shows a new face, so clearly expressed in the modern architecture

    of the site that housed Expo '98, the last world exhibition of the 20th century, devoted to

    the theme of the Oceans, i.e., to Portugals contribution to the discoveries and sea

    voyages. This new area is known as Parque das Naes.

    Recently, in 2004, Lisbon hosted the European Football Championship. In the beginningof this Century, Lisboa is still a city of many contrasts, a combination of modern and

    ancient that fascinates those who visit her.

    Either in or near Lisbon you will find beaches,

    countryside, mountains and many areas of

    historical interest.

    The Government

    Portugal has been a Republic since the overthrow of the monarchy in 1910. After a long

    period of an authoritarian and corporative republic, which was institutionalised by

    Antnio de Oliveira Salazar in 1933, a democratic state was established after the so-

    called Revolution of the Carnations on April 25th, 1974.

    According to the constitution enacted in 1976, Portugal's chief of state

    is the President of the Republic, who is directly elected for a five-year

    term. The President represents the nation, is the chief of the Armed

    Forces, and appoints the Prime Minister.

    The elections to the Parliament in Lisbon happen every four years.

    The Parliament in Lisbon is right next to ISEG.

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    Tourism, Sightseeing and Attractions

    Tourism in the Lisbon Region

    Culture, tradition, history, modernity, entertainment andamusement. These are just a small taste of what you can

    experience during your stay in Lisbon. Just a few kms away from

    the city, you will find yourself in Estoril Coast, a pleasant resort

    with nice sandy beaches, an ideal scenario for a simple rest or

    even for nautical sports. The long river front of Oeiras links the

    Tagus and the Atlantic Ocean and provides various interesting

    spots.

    Among the shady woods of the hills and the Atlantic Sea, you can visit the town ofSintra, where nature and architectural heritage are just there in perfect

    harmony.

    The cidade das sete colinas(city of the seven hills - nickname for Lisbon) is

    one of the most picturesque capitals of Europe. It has strong links to the

    past, reflected in the old buildings and narrow cobblestone streets. Lisbon is

    a mosaic of neighbourhoods. Alfama is the oldest, with traces back to the Moors. Go tothe commercial area of Baixa to see one of Europe's oldest examples of planned

    neighbourhoods. Bairro Alto for nightlife with a personal touch. Head out to Belm to see

    grand architecture from the time of the discoveries. When you need a break from the city

    the nearby mountain village of Sintra makes for an excellent excursion, with its famous

    castles.

    Source:http://www.travel-earth.com/portugal/

    As far as visitors go to the other side of Tagus, the Blue Cost is found along the Sado

    estuary, with 50 thousand hectares of protected nature reserve and an extraordinarily

    rich flora and fauna, including dolphins.

    The Fundao Calouste Gulbenkian in Avenida de Berna (near Praa de

    Espanha metro station) standing in picturesque gardens, is worth special

    mention for its excellent permanent art collection, temporary exhibitions

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    and wide range of classical music and jazz concerts attracting international artists. It also

    boasts an excellent and modestly priced self-service restaurant at lunchtimes serving hot

    meals and an enormous range of salads.

    In Belm there are several monuments worth seeing: Torre de Belm, Padro dos

    Descobrimentos, Mosteiro dos Jernimos, Centro Cultural de Belm.

    At Parque das Naes, or Expo (Oriente metro station) there are awhole range of facilities and entertainment available, including:exhibitions, concert venues, riverside cafes, bars and restaurantsand ten-pin bowling. Other worthwhile attractions are Europeslargest oceanarium, cable-car rides overlooking the river andbicycle hire. There is also a huge, award-winning shopping centrecomplete with a multi-screen cinema.

    Entry fees and Transportation:

    - Torre de Belm:

    Fees: 3

    Transportation: Bus nr 27,28,29,43,49,51 and 112 ; boat: Trafaria and Porto

    Brando or Belms Fluvial station.

    - Padro dos Descobrimentos:

    Fees: 2.50

    Transportation: Bus nr 27,28,29,43,49,51 and 112 ; boat: Trafaria and Porto

    Brando or Belms Fluvial station.

    - Mosteiro dos Jernimos:

    Fees: 2.25

    Transportation: Bus nr 27,28,29,43,49,51 and 112 ; boat: Trafaria and Porto

    Brando or Belms Fluvial station.

    - Centro Cultural de Belm:

    Fees: Depends on the show

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    Transportation: Bus nr 27,28,29,43,49,51 and 112 ; boat: Trafaria and Porto

    Brando or Belms Fluvial station.

    Attractions

    National Pantheon of Santa EngrciaLargo de Santa ClaraTel.: +351 218 881 529Built in 1681, Santa Engracia Church is theNationalPantheon, where the elevator inside whisksvisitorsto the top of the dome to enjoy a sweeping360-degree panorama of the city below.Tram: E28Bus: 12

    Santa Justas ElevatorRua urea and Rua de Santa JustaTel.: +351 213 613 054This elevator is located inside a gothictower, whichprovides quick and easy transport betweenLisbon'sBaixa and Bairro Alto districts.Tram: E15, E28Bus: 36, 44, 45, 60, 91, 714, 732, 746, 759

    Bairro AltoBy day, this section of Lisbon is relativelyquiet withchildren playing in the streets and peopleshopping; by night, it changes into a crowdof revellers crammed into theneighbourhoods'narrow streets to go clubbing and barhoppinguntil the wee hours.Tram: E28Bus: 58, 91, 790

    St. George's CastleLargo do Cho da FeiraTel.: +351 218 877 244Located in the historic Alfama district, thisMoorishcastle dominates the city from its vantagepointat the top of Lisbon's highest hill.Tram: E12, E28Bus: 37

    Baixa-Chiado (Downtown)Located between the Rossio and the PraadoComrcio, this section is a shopper'sparadisewith several pedestrian streets.Tram: E15, E18Bus: 36, 44, 45, 60, 91, 714, 732, 746, 759Subway: Baixa-Chiado (Green Line)

    Expo '98 / Parque das NaesAmusement and theme park: visit theOceanarium,the Lisbon Casino and the KnowledgePavilionalongside the Tejo (Tagus) River.Bus: 28, 750Subway: Oriente (Red Line)

    SantosLisbon's neighbourhood known for its livelynightspots, especially if you're looking for fununtil the wee hours.Tram: E28Bus: 49, 60, 727

    BelmHistoric and monumental walking area,with apleasant neighbourhood and calmsurroundings.Tram: E15Bus: 28, 49, 727, 729, 751Train: Belm (Cascais Line)

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    Libraries and Bookshops

    Apart from library of the Instituto Superior de Economia e Gesto (ISEG), there is a

    wide variety of libraries in Lisbon that give you the chance of finding books or other

    pedagogical material in several different languages. If you are looking for the peace andquiet of a library to study in, there are several to choose from.

    Libraries

    Biblioteca Nacional(National Library)Campo GrandeTel.: +351 217 956 130

    Autocarro | Bus: 36, 750Comboio | Train: Entre CamposMetro | Subway: Campo Grande (Linha

    Amarela | Yellow Line)

    Biblioteca do Instituto Franco-Portugus(French-Portuguese Institute)

    Avenida Lus Bvar, 91Tel.: +351 213 111 421/2(livros em Francs | books in French)

    Autocarro | Bus: 718, 746Metro | Subway: S. Sebastio (Linha Azul |Blue Line)

    Biblioteca MunicipalPalcio das GalveiasCampo PequenoTel.: +351 217 971 326

    Autocarro | Bus: 36, 45, 91, 727Comboio | Train: Entre CamposMetro | Subway: Campo Pequeno (Linha

    Amarela | Yellow Line)

    Biblioteca do Instituto CervantesRua de Sta. Marta, 43 F - r/cTel.: +351 213 105 020(livros em Espanhol | books in Spanish)

    Autocarro | Bus: 36, 45, 91, 732, 746Metro | Subway: Avenida (Linha Azul |Blue Line)

    Biblioteca da Fundao CalousteGulbenkian(Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation)

    Avenida de Berna, 45Tel.: +351 217 935 131

    Autocarro | Bus: 56Comboio | Train: Entre Campos, Sete RiosMetro | Subway: Campo Pequeno (Linha

    Amarela|Yellow Line) ou | or Praa de Espanha(Linha Azul | Blue Line)

    Biblioteca do Instituto Italiano(Italian Institute)Rua do Salitre, 146Tel.: +351 213 884 172(livros em Italiano | books in Italian)

    Autocarro | Bus: 49, 720, 727, 738Metro | Subway: Rato (Linha Amarela|Yellow Line)

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    Biblioteca do Instituto Alemo(German Institute)Campo dos Mrtires da Ptria, 37Tel.: +351 218 850 549(livros em Alemo | books in German)

    Autocarro | Bus: 30, 723, 767, 790Metro | Subway: Avenida (Linha Azul |Blue Line)

    Biblioteca do Instituto Britnico(British Institute)Rua de So Maral, 174Tel.: +351 213 476 141(livros em Ingls | books in English)

    Autocarro | Bus: 6, 49Metro | Subway: Rato (Linha Amarela|Yellow Line)

    Biblioteca de LisboaBilioteca Municipal dos OlivaisPalcio do Contador MorRua Cidade de Lobito Olivais SulTel.: +351 218 536 676

    Autocarro | Bus: 708, 759Metro | Subway: Olivais

    Bookshops

    Livraria BarataBooks on every subject, in variouslanguagesOpen until 11.00 p.m.

    Av. Roma, 11ATel.: +351 218 481 631

    Livraria BertrandDating back to the 18th century, theBertrand Bookshop sells almost everybook you can imagineRua Garret, 73Tel.: +351 213 468 646Or Amoreiras Shopping Centre

    Livraria BuchholzBooks on every subject, in various

    languages specially GermanRua Duque de Palmela,4(near the Marqus de Pombal monument)Tel.: +351 213 157 358

    Livraria Escolar EditoraA wide range of books, in various

    languages.Campo GrandeTel.: +351 217 572 491

    Librairie FranaiseA wide range of books, in French only.Av. Marqus de Tomar, 38Tel.: +351 217 956 866

    Livraria FerinA variety of quality books.R. Nova do Almada, 24Tel.: +351 213 424 422

    Livraria GalileuNew and antique books in different

    languages.Av. Conde Valbon, 24Tel.: +351 214 866 014

    Livraria BritanicaBritish books only.

    R. Lus Fernandes, 14Tel.: +351 213 428 472

    Livraria PortugalRua do Carmo, 70Tel.: +351 213 474 982

    FNACColombo Shopping Centreand other shopping centresTel.: +351 217 114 200

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    Leisure

    The Portuguese drama has always given great emphasis to the capital and the ancient

    Lisbon's theatres tell, until nowadays, endless stories. Lisbon's theatres are forever and

    everThere are a vast number of theatres, where you can grace with your presence the most

    various plays. Therefore, we hereby list some of those you may attend.

    Theatres

    Teatro Nacional de So CarlosRua Serpa Pinto, 9Tel.: +351 213 253 027, Fax: +351 213253 029www.saocarlos.pt

    Autocarro | Bus: 58, 790Elctrico | Tram: E28Comboio | Train: RossioMetro | Subway: Baixa-Chiado (Linha

    Azul | Blue Line)

    ChapitCosta do Castelo, 1/7Tel.: +351 218 855 550, Fax: +351 218 861463E-mail: [email protected] |www.chapito.org

    Autocarro | Bus: 60, 714Elctrico | Tram: E28Comboio | Train: RossioMetro | Subway: Baixa-Chiado (Linha Azul |Blue Line)

    Teatro Municipal S. LuizRua Antnio Maria Cardoso, 38Tel.: +351 213 257 650, Fax: +351 213257 631E-mail: [email protected] |

    www.egeac.ptAutocarro | Bus: 58, 60Elctrico | Tram: E28Comboio | Train: RossioMetro | Subway: Baixa-Chiado (Linha

    Azul | Blue Line)ou | or Cais do Sodr (Linha Verde |Green Line)

    Teatro da TrindadeRua Nova da Trindade, 9Tel.: +351 213 420 000, Fax: +351 213 225739E-mail: [email protected]

    http:// teatrotrindade.inatel.ptAutocarro | Bus: 58, 60, 790Elctrico | Tram: E28Comboio | Train: RossioMetro | Subway: Baixa-Chiado (Linha Azul eVerde | Blueand Green Line)

    Teatro CamesParque das Naes, Passeio de NeptunoTel.: +351 218 923 470, Fax: +351 218923 553

    E-mail: [email protected] | www.cnb.ptAutocarro | Bus: 28, 750Comboio | Train: OrienteMetro | Subway: Oriente (Linha Vermelha| Red Line)

    Teatro PoliteamaRua Portas de Sto. Anto, 109Tel.: +351 213 210 043/052, Fax: +351 213430 505

    E-mail: [email protected]

    Autocarro | Bus: 36, 45, 91, 732, 746, 759Comboio | Train: RossioMetro | Subway: Restauradores (Linha Azul| Blue Line)

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    Maria Matos - Teatro MunicipalAvenida Frei Miguel Contreiras, 52Tel.: +351 218 438 806/8 , Fax: +351 218 470972E-mail: [email protected] |www.egeac.pt

    Autocarro | Bus: 36, 45, 91, 726Comboio | Train: Entre CamposMetro | Subway: Campo Pequeno (Linha

    Amarela | YellowLine) ou | or Areeiro (Linha Verde | Green Line)

    Teatro Nacional D. Maria IIPraa D. Pedro IVTel.: +351 213 250 827, Fax: +351213 250 938www.teatro-dmaria.pt

    Autocarro | Bus: 36, 45, 91, 714, 732,

    746, 759Elctrico | Tram: E15, E28Comboio | Train: RossioMetro | Subway: Rossio (Linha Verde| Green Line)

    There are a lot of cinemas in Lisbon. If you embrace the Seventh Art, you will find in

    Lisbon a great number of cinemas, with the latest movies of the cinematic world.

    Cinemas

    AmoreirasAv. Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco - C. C.AmoreirasTel. +351 213 878 752

    Autocarro | Bus: 48, 53, 58, 74, 83, 711,723Metro | Subway: Rato ou | or Marqus dePombal (Linha

    Amarela | Yellow Line)

    Cinemas ColomboAv. LusadaTel.: +351 217 113 222www.warnerlusomundo.net

    Autocarro | Bus: 3, 64, 718, 726, 765, 767,768, 799Metro | Subway: Colgio Militar (Linha Azul| Blue Line)

    Cinemas MonumentalAv. Fontes Pereira de Melo, 51

    1050-120 LisboaTel.: +351 213 142 223, Fax: +351 213534 532www.medeiafilmes.pt

    Autocarro | Bus: 21, 108Metro | Subway: Saldanha (Linha Amarela| Yellow Line)

    Cinemas Vasco da GamaAvenida D.Joo II, Lt 1.05.02

    Tel.: +351 218 922 280E-mail:[email protected]

    Autocarro | Bus: 5, 10, 21, 25, 28, 44, 82,750, 768Metro | Subway: Oriente (Linha Vermelha |Red Line)

    Cinema So JorgeAv. da Liberdade, 175Tel.: +351 213 103 400

    E-mail: [email protected] | Bus: 2, 9, 31, 36, 44, 45, 90,701, 711, 732, 746,Metro | Subway: Avenida (Linha Verde |Green Line)

    Cinemas El Corte InglsAv. Antnio Augusto Aguiar, 31Tel.: +351 707 232 221, Fax: +351 213 800

    405www.uciportugal.ptAutocarro | Bus: 58, 729, 746, 767Metro | Subway: So Sebastio (Linha Azul| Blue Line)

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    Autocarro | Bus: 28, 49, 714, 727 e 751Elctrico | Tram: E15Comboio | Train: Belm

    nacionais | Closedon Mondays and national holidays

    Autocarro | Bus: 28, 49, 727, 729 e 751Elctrico | Tram: E15Comboio | Train: Belm

    Museu Nacional do TrajeLargo Jlio Castilho, Estrada do LumiarFuncionamento | Schedule: 10.00h-18.00h| 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Encerra s segundas-feiras e feriadosnacionais | Closedon Mondays and national holidays

    Autocarro | Bus: 3, 7, 36 e 701Metro | Subway: Campo Grande (Linha

    Amarela | YellowLine) ou | or Colgio Militar (Linha Azul |Blue Line)

    Museu da MsicaRua Joo de Freitas Branco, Alto dosMoinhosFuncionamento | Schedule: 13.30h-20.00h| 1.30 p.m.-8 p.m.Encerra aos domingos, segundas-feiras eferiadosnacionais | Closed on Sundays, Mondaysand nationalholidays

    Autocarro | Bus: 768Metro | Subway: Alto dos Moinhos (Linha

    Azul | Blue Line)

    Museu da CinciaRua da Escola Politcnica 56, PrncipeRealFuncionamento | Schedule: 10.00h-13.00h| 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (15.00h-18.00h sbados | 3 p.m.-6p.m. Saturdays)Encerramento aos domingos e feriadosnacionais | Closedon Sundays and National Holidays

    Autocarro | Bus: 58Metro | Subway: Rato (Linha Amarela |Yellow Line)

    Museu Nacional de EtnologiaAv. Ilha da Madeira, Restelo - BelmFuncionamento | Schedule: 10.00h-13.00hteras-feiras| 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tuesdays ; 10.00h-18.00h quarta-feiraa domingo | 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Wednesday toSundayEncerramento s segundas e feriadosnacionais | Closed on Mondays andnational holidays

    Autocarro | Bus: 28, 49, 732 e 751Comboio | Train: Belm

    Aqurio Vasco da GamaRua Direita, Dafundo (at Belm)Phone: 214196337

    Museu do ChiadoRua Serpa Pinto, 4Phone: 213 432 148

    Museu da CidadeCampo Grande, 245Phone: 217 591 617

    Museu de Arte ContemporneaRua Serpa Pinto, 6Phone: 213 421 482

    Museu Nacional do AzulejoRua Madre Deus, 4Phone: 218 147 747

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    Shopping

    Downtown - the area frequently called Baixa (downtown) comprises the Rossio, the

    Augusta street and its transversal streets, the recently renewed Chiado and the

    Liberdade (Freedom) Avenue.This is one of the oldest commercial areas in Lisbon. You will easily find streets named

    after the business or job that was done there once. Prata (Silver) Street, Ouro (Gold)

    Street and Ferreiros (Blacksmiths) Street are some of the examples we can quote.

    Shopping Centres - shopping centres are almost everywhere in the city. Bigger or

    smaller, they will do their best to suit your needs. We decided to list the bigger surfaces:

    Colombo, Vasco da Gama, Amoreiras and El Corte Ingls.

    These areas include several shops of different branches of business, including

    restaurants and leisure facilities like movie theatres and mini playground sets.Almost all business establishments in Portugal are open on weekdays from 9.30 am to

    1.00 pm and between 3.00 pm and 7.30 pm, and on Saturdays from 9.30 am to 1.00 pm.

    There are many shopping centres that are open from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm everyday,

    including weekends.

    Sports

    In Lisbon, choose from the wonderful international golf courses, the sandy beaches with

    a huge assortment of water sports or the many sports associations with well-equipped

    gyms, swimming pools, etc.

    In the surrounding areas, you can find 18 golf courses just a few minutes away from the

    city centre. Set in great landscapes and made for those who love golf and refuse to

    renounce the quality of life factor, these golf courses are equipped with all the facilities

    that the most discerning players demand.

    Surfing, body boarding, sailing, windsurfing and all sorts of water sports can be found in

    beaches like Guincho (that has some of the best conditions for surf and windsurf),

    Cascais and Costa de Caparica. This last one boasts a 15 kilometer stretch of golden,

    sandy shoreline.

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    Also not to be missed are the surrounding areas of Setbal and Sesimbra. Besides

    having good conditions for water sports, both these regions offer spectacular scenery

    and are definitely worth a visit.

    One of the best ways to explore the natural beauty of Lisbon's surrounding countryside

    is on horseback. The magnificent landscape of the Costa do Estoril, particularly theSintra-Cascais Natural Park, is best appreciated on horseback, providing a truly

    memorable day out for visitor riders.

    Tips for Night Life

    There's a wide range of bars and pubs in Lisbon, and visitors should not leave the city

    without doing some bar-hopping in Bairro Alto, Docas and Parque das Naes. Whether

    you're looking for a traditional, down-to-earth tavern, a sleek bar, or a cosy chill-outatmosphere, there is always place for you.

    Parks

    Lisbon has several parks: Jardim da Estrela (near ISEG), where you can enjoy the sun,

    the trees, relax and visit the local caf. Parque Eduardo VII (above Marqus de Pombal),

    where you can find the Estufa Fria (an exuberant greenhouse, with exotics plants, trees

    and fountains). Parque do Campo Grande, where you can roller-skate, swim or hire a

    rowing boat on the lake, simply to relax, enjoy the sun or appreciate the refreshing

    shade of the overhanging trees. Parque do Lumiar, Estrada do Lumiar. This park is

    relatively isolated from the city noises and houses the Museu Nacional do Traje

    (National Costume Museum) and the Museu Nacional do Teatro. (Theatre Museum)

    Zoo

    Lisbon's Zoo (Jardim Zoolgico metro station) is located to the Northwest of the city

    centre. The Zoo has a large variety of large and small animals, housed in a peaceful,

    shaded spacious setting. It has an excellent collection of exotic birds and reptiles, a

    boating lake, restaurant and cafeteria facilities, as well as picnicking areas.

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    Transport

    There is a wide inexpensive network in all towns and cities. In Lisbon, the city of the

    seven hills, you can choose between bus, subway, elevators, electric trams or railway,

    within the city or to the suburbs.

    Like any other big city, Lisbon offers an extensive public

    transport network (underground, coaches, buses, trams,

    elevators, trains, boats and taxis). Do not miss the chance

    to go by tram or cable car they are a great way to visit the city in a leisurely fashion.

    Students can get around the city by bus or tram, both of which serve the entire city, for

    as little as 1,40 per journey. Bus/tram tickets can be purchased, from the driver, or atany ticket vendor. During the rush hours the underground, or Metro, as it is called, is

    recommended as a faster mode of transport. A single ticket costs only 0,75 . Subway

    tickets must be purchased at the subway stops. There are passes for bus/tram/subway

    trips valid for 30 days, as well as combined tourist cards that include museums and

    unlimited travel on the city's tramway, bus, elevator and subway transportation (1, 2 or 3

    days).

    The public bus and tram company CARRIS covers almost all of the Lisbon. Generally,

    buses and trams run from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. The subway is operated by a publiccompany - Metropolitano de Lisboa - and runs from 6 a.m to 1 a.m. The latter is

    definitely the fastest way to travel around in Lisbon.

    If you are in a real hurry, then take a taxi, which is also reasonably priced in Portugal.

    They are usually beige or less commonly black and green, with a sign on the roof. If this

    has a number (from 1 to 6) lit up this means the taxi is occupied. The green light on

    means the taxi is free. In the city taximeters are used; outside the city, the service is per

    kilometer, including the return trip to the pick-up point. Between 10 pm and 6 am there is

    an extra tariff of 20%. It's advisable to ask for a receipt. Baggage transported in the boot

    has a fixed rate.

    If you're traveling outside Lisbon, then you have the choice of the train or coach service,

    which enables you to reach any point in the country in a fairly efficient and inexpensive

    way.

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    Other Useful Information and Contacts

    Language

    Portuguese is Latin in origin and the third most widely spoken European language in the

    world. It is the mother tongue of about 200 million people. Portuguese is the official

    language in a number of countries: Angola, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique,

    So Tom e Prncipe in Africa, and Brazil in South America.

    In Portugal many people can understand and communicate in foreign languages.

    Gastronomy

    Portuguese cuisine is well known for its flavour and variety. It has been said that the

    Portuguese know how to appreciate the pleasures of life, which explains why one can

    eat so well here.

    Since Portugal is a country of fishermen and because of its location by the sea, fresh fish

    is always available, usually prepared in a simple style, normally grilled or fried, and

    served with boiled potatoes, vegetables or a simple salad. Lisbon and its surrounding

    areas are the ideal place to try delicious dishes of fish and seafood. However, meat is

    also an excellent choice, as are the many cakes and typical desserts. The pastis de

    Belm, for instance, are a must. They are made according to a special recipe originally

    conceived by a nun from the Mosteiro dos Jernimos, and have been a delight for over

    160 years.

    The Lisbon area offers a wide range of dishes and excellent wines, which go very well

    with our excellent gastronomy. Visitors can choose from the best Portuguese wines:

    either red or white, or vinho verde. They all have different characteristics according to

    their specific region of origin.

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    Religion

    Portuguese culture is greatly influenced by religion. Although Catholicism predominates,

    other religions may be freely practiced.

    Currency

    The Euro was adopted in Portugal on 1st January 2002. The currency used before this

    was the Escudo.

    All payments are made in Euro bank notes and coins. There are 8 coins: 1 cent, 2 cent,

    5 cent, 10 cent, 20 cent, 50 cent, 1 and 2.

    There are 7 bank notes: 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500.

    The Portuguese side of the Euro coins features the royal stamp of Afonso Henriques,

    the first king of Portugal.

    Seven architectonic periods of European history are represented on the Euro bank

    notes.

    The bridges and the doors symbolize the dynamics of cooperation and the open spirit of

    the peoples of Europe.

    Cost of Living

    The cost of living in Portugal is lower than in most EU countries. Expenses are usually

    the issue over which students worry about the most, but it is also the most difficult area

    to give detailed information about because people have different needs and

    circumstances vary.

    Some students find cheaper accommodation, others spend more money going out.

    Below you can find an Average Monthly Budget.

    Expenses Price (Average)

    Accommodation 250 / 300

    Meals 150 / 200

    Transports 30

    Leisure 75 / 100

    University (books, etc..) 50

    Total 555 / 680

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    Below you will find the prices of some everyday articles, to give you an idea of how much

    things cost in Portugal.

    Articles Price

    1 Coffee 0.55

    1 Coke (33cl) 0.80 Cinema admission 5.20

    Daily newspaper 0.85

    Disco admission 10.00

    Full meal in a middle class restaurant 15.00

    Meal at the school canteen(includes drink, soup, dish and desert)

    2.10

    Subway ticket 0.75

    Carris bus ticket 1.35

    1 Beer (pub) 2.50

    1 Beer (supermarket) 0.80

    1 lt Petrol 1.40

    Photocopy (A4 size) 0.10

    Credit Cards and ATM Cashpoints

    Most establishments accept credit cards: Visa, American Express, Euro card,MasterCard and others.

    Cash points (ATM) are in great quantity throughout the country and can be identified by

    an MB sign. You are allowed to withdraw 200 Euros per day.

    Banks

    Banks are open Monday to Friday from 8.30 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. The Bank Caixa Geral de

    Depsitos has an agency located at ISEG.

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    Weather

    Lisbon has a pleasant climate throughout the year, due to the proximity to the sea.

    Although the temperatures may fall somewhat in the autumn and winter months,

    sunshine is almost always a constant feature.

    JAN/MAR APR/JUN JUL/SEPT OCT/DEC

    Temperature of the AirCF

    17.162.8

    21.871.2

    26.379.3

    17.253.0

    Temperature of theSea

    CF

    14.958.8

    17.563.5

    19.561.1

    16.160.0

    Calling Abroad

    Should you need to use a phone, especially for making international calls, the bestoptions are the Post Office or telephone kiosks found in most streets. It is useful to buy

    phone cards which are readily available from post offices, news stands and petrol station

    shops. The price of a call is determined by the type of card you buy. They are however

    more economical between 9 pm to 9 am and on weekends and official holidays. To call

    abroad; dial 00 + international code + area code + phone number. The international

    prefix for Portugal is + 351.

    Below you can find the international code for the Erasmus Partners countries:

    +43 Austria

    +32 Belgium

    + 55 - Brasil

    +359 Bulgaria

    +45 Denmark

    +33 France

    +49 Germany

    +30 Greece

    +36 Hungary

    +353 Ireland

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    + 39 - Italy

    +48 Poland

    +34 Spain

    +46 Sweden

    +31