The upcoming academic year 2026/27 will see a significant increase in public higher education places, with a total of 78,283 available, marking an increase of 1,465 from the previous year. Notably, the University of Trás-os-Montes will debut a new Medicine course, contributing to an overall increase of 62 places in this field, while the University of Coimbra will add 22. Additionally, the Basic Education sector will see a 12% rise in places, with 147 new spots, as part of efforts to enhance teacher training through increased funding. The total number of integrated degree places across public and private institutions will reach 107,598, reflecting a broader diversification of access routes to higher education.