ESCOLA SUPERIOR DE ARTE E DESIGN
Strengths
ESMAD is part of Portugal’s largest and most prestigious polytechnic institute, the Polytechnic Institute of Porto (P.PORTO), and offers degree courses in design, photography, multimedia, audiovisual communication technology, systems and web-based information technology. ESMAD is a national and international benchmark for training competitive, creative and innovative professionals in the fields of film, design, photography, multimedia and the web..
Major, Academics
The main teaching language is Portuguese. However, some courses can be taught in English.
More information: https://gri.esmad.ipp.pt/undergraduate/
Campus
Porto Polytechnic Campus 2, located on the border between Póvoa de Varzim and Vila do Conde, is home to the School of Hospitality and Tourism (ESHT) and ESMAD. It is divided into seven blocks (A to G). Block A houses the Luís Soares auditorium. In ESMAD’s Block B, in addition to theory classrooms, there are photography labs, three lecture theaters, a multimedia lab and a project support room. There are also computer rooms, project rooms, a 2D and 3D printing room, a drawing room, a graphics production room, a student workroom and the design studio. This block also houses the restaurant and kitchen.
Block E houses administrative services, the presidencies and the library. Building F is the social building, housing the canteen, the bar, the two student associations and the men’s and women’s groups. Block G, the new ESMAD block, adjoins the auditorium building and houses a television studio, a photography studio, a black box, audio rooms, video rooms, digitization and photographic processing rooms, and a warehouse for accessories and studio equipment. These have been equipped with the latest video, audio and image processing technologies, as well as audio and video production and post-production, and two photo labs for film development.
To discover
Vila do Conde is a Portuguese town in the Porto district.
Located on the north bank of the Rio Ave, Vila do Conde is an important industrial center, fishing port and seaside and tourist resort, with one of the country’s main and most popular seaside resorts. The town is part of the same urban agglomeration as Póvoa de Varzim.
A satellite town of Porto, Vila do Conde is a beautiful town that’s not very well known yet. A peaceful atmosphere prevails.
The town boasts a rich historical heritage, including the imposing Santa Clara convent, built in the early 14th century and still dominating the cityscape today. Other highlights include the 16th-century Church of St. John the Baptist, the Vila do Conde castle and the Santa-Clara aqueduct: no fewer than 999 arches stretching over 4 kilometers were built between 1705 and 1714, making this the second-largest aqueduct in the country. The aqueduct is impressive and can be seen from the center of Vila do Conde. It begins at the Convent of Santa Clara, from which it takes its name, and was once used to supply the convent with water. Many of the arches are still perfectly intact.
The cobbled historic center offers a stroll away from the hustle and bustle of the tourist trade. The town is full of charm, with its colorful houses and great places to eat fresh grilled fish by the water.
Good to know
Vila Conde Beach stretches for almost 6 kilometers to the mouth of the Ave River, almost without interruption. In this area, which takes on different names depending on the concession holders and regulars, there are beaches such as Caxinas, used by fishermen, Turismo Beach, which is very popular due to its proximity to the city center, and Blue Beach, the most sought-after beach for surfers.
Vila do Conde is also known for its beautiful bobbin lace, made with great skill and patience by local women.
The number of places in Erasmus + is limited. The granting of the scholarship is therefore not automatic and the amount may vary. However, we invite you to apply because exchange places (excluding Erasmus +) may be offered. Please refer to the Erasmus+ section.
This information is provided as a guide.
Please visit the partner university’s website to have exact updated information.
Eligibility
TOEFL : 533
Eligibility:
ISCPA COMM 2nd year
ISCPA PROD 2nd year
Documents required
Resume (in English)
Grades transcript
ID Document
Cover letter (in English)
Additional documents will be requested according to the destination
Planning
AUTUMN
Orientation: few days before lectures start
Lectures start : early October
End of lectures and exams : end of February
SPRING
Orientation: few days before lectures start
Lectures start : end of February
End of lectures and exams: late July
https://gri.esmad.ipp.pt/documentation/
https://www.esmad.ipp.pt/internacional/incomingstudents
Procedures
ID Card or passport (compulsory for destinations outside the EU) valid for six months after your return date.
European Health Insurance Card
For students coming from outside of the EU, you must proceed to a visa request.
Accommodation
ESMAD has no on-campus housing.
However, you can find more information on the link here https://gri.esmad.ipp.pt/living/
