The new Legal Regime for Degrees and Diplomas has been submitted to representatives of educational institutions.
Entering university may become more difficult: Government wants minimum levels of English, numeracy, and literacy
Friday, 27 March 2026RSS
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Fernando Alexandre is the Minister of Education, Science, and Innovation in Portugal's current government, which took office in April 2024. An economist by training, he previously served as a Secretary of State and is now responsible for managing the national school system and university funding. He recently sparked debate by suggesting that university tuition fees should be adjusted to account for inflation.
The Regime Jurídico dos Graus e Diplomas (Legal Regime for Higher Education Degrees and Diplomas) is the national law governing how academic titles are awarded in Portugal. The government is currently reviewing this regime to introduce mandatory proficiency standards in English and mathematics for student enrollment. Prospective university students should be aware that these changes may affect admission requirements in the near future.
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