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Polytechnic University of LEIRIA<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Student Welcome Guide<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

We are delighted that you have chosen to study at the Polytechnic University of Leiria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We’re a youthful and dynamic higher education institution founded in 1980. We’re managed and governed by a multidisciplinary team focused on the development of innovative and high-quality teaching and learning practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Outside lectures, we have all the support services and resources needed for your academic success. Our students are encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities that will improve their confidence, expand their professional network, help them develop new skills, and ensure they maintain a healthy lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get yourself ready and prepared for life at the Polytechnic University of Leiria with our helpful International Student Guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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on arrival<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enrolment and Registration <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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At the Polytechnic University of Leiria, enrolment and registration are done online via the Student Portal. When you’ve officially enrolled, you will be able to obtain proof of enrolment in the Student Portal. This will be necessary to hand over to other entities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this platform, you can also check your timetable, make payments, and access a wide range of study programme resources, information, and activities, as well as access support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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At this point, you’ll be required to create a student card. This document is sometimes required to access some of our buildings and services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have questions about this process, you can contact our Academic Services<\/a>. Read more about enrolment and registration<\/a> at the Polytechnic University of Leiria<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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during your first week<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Learning Platform and Resources<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You’ll get a student email account and access to free Wi-Fi across all campi. Our IT Services will be able to help you set up your student email account. You’ll find all your curricular units at our students’ online workspace Moodle<\/strong>. But during your first week you’ll discover so much more than learning. Our halls of residence, canteens, cafeterias, and all other facilities will be ready to give you a warm welcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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throughout your studies<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Student Support Services<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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food services<\/h2><\/div>
There are 5 canteens and 8 cafeterias at Polit\u00e9cnico de Leiria.<\/div><\/div>
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Health Services<\/h2><\/div>
Low-cost medical appointments to all our students and staff.<\/div><\/div>
Health Services<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Sport and fitness<\/h2><\/div>
Free sport classes for all abilities and levels of fitness.<\/div><\/div>
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scholarships<\/h2><\/div>
Student financial benefits.<\/div><\/div>
Scholarships<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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libraries<\/h2><\/div>
Online ibrary resources and 4 physical libraries.<\/div><\/div>
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discounts<\/h2><\/div>
Your student card gives you a wide range of free or low-cost services and benefits.<\/div><\/div>
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CAE – Student Support CENTER<\/h2><\/div>
Individual and social guidance, psychotherapy support services, and career guidance. <\/div><\/div>
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EXPLORE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your School and Campus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Visit your school’s website and attend all your induction events and presentation sessions, so you don’t get lost on your first day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Schools<\/h1>