University of Minho ( UMinho ) a University without walls

Cacilda Moura-UM KIEV, 5-6 JUNE 2013KIEV, 5-6 JUNE 2013

University of Minho (UMinho)University of Minho (UMinho)

a a University without wallsUniversity without walls


• BragaBraga (the capital of Minho region) was an important city of the Roman Empire – Bracara Augusta –2000 years ago.

• GuimarãesGuimarães is the craddle of nationality, where our first King was born, in 1120

Minho

39 years old /”New University”. Public39 years old /”New University”. Public


At present, the geographic area of the Minho region amounts to 4,700 km².The octogon encompasses a population of about 1 million inhabitants. One of the regions with one of the youngest population in Europe.

Porto 45 Km

Vigo 60 Km

Minho RegionMinho Region


• Institute of Arts and Humanities

• Institute of Education

• Institute of Social Sciences

• School of Architecture

• School of Economics and Management

• School of Health Sciences

• School of Law

• School of Psychology

• School of Nursing

• School of Sciences

• School of Engineering

Schools and IntitutesSchools and Intitutes


Main/Key ActivitiesMain/Key Activities

Teaching

• 65 - 1st cycle courses (licenciatura)+ Integrated Master Courses (Engineering, Psychology and Medicine) ~ 12 300 studentes

• 135 Diploma Specialization/MSc courses ~ 4 500 students

• 43 Doctoral Programmes ~ 1 200 students

Research

• 32 Research Centres (70% rated VERY GOOD or EXCELLENT)

Service Rendering/extension

International Cooperation


UMinho and the Bologna modelUMinho and the Bologna model

UM developed actions in order to leading the university in the Bologna model:

• Implemented the Diploma Supplement

• Quality Programme

• Promotion of staff development programmes;

• Consultation of international experts;

• Training courses for teachers and students;

• e-learning platform (Blackboard)

• ….


The most significant changes occurred at two levels:The most significant changes occurred at two levels:

• adjustment of graduation study programmesadjustment of graduation study programmes. Currently, all the University of Minho’s study programmes, both at graduation and post-graduation levels, are already adjusted to the Bologna paradigm

• shifting evaluation methods. shifting evaluation methods. RIAPA (is the new regulation for assessment of students’ performance), which provides for the necessary diversity of evaluation strategies for each course unit and the possibility of doing so throughout the semester (continuous assessment), which may be rightly considered as two of the most significant changes, with a clear impact on teaching and learning methodologies.


Student SupportStudent Support

• Support to Potential New Students• Support for Disabled Students• Scholarships• Libraries• Computer Resources• European Documentation Centre• Bar/Snacks/Canteens/Restaurant• Accommodation• Sports• TutorUM (supporting program for athletes)• Medical Assistance• Psychological Assistance• Study Abroad• Students’ Union• Supporting Info


Students portalStudents portal

This portal is for the use of students of the UMinho, providing a fast and simplified way to access information concerning the academic calendar, fees, enrollment and registration, as well as to download different kinds of forms.

e-learning platform (Blackboard) e-learning platform (Blackboard)

The e-learning platform for teachers & students:

•Learning Modules •Wikis for Courses , Organizations•Courses management…….


The Intranet is a portal reserved for teachers, researchers and non-teaching staff of the UMinho. Access to information and the simplification of a wide range of administrative procedures

The Intranet The Intranet

SIGAQ-UMSIGAQ-UM

Internal Quality Assurance System Internal Quality Assurance System (SIGAQ-UM) is to promote the quality policy in every aspect of the institutional mission, systematically encompassing all the activities developed by the University.


ALUMNIALUMNI

This website aims to be a privileged communication channel between the UMinho and its alumni, thus promoting their active participation in the life of the institution. The website also offers access to an Employment Pool, as well as to a set of other functionalities


InternationalisationInternationalisation

• ECTS and DS Labels • Mobility of Students;• Teaching Staff Mobility;• ALβAN:• Bilateral Protocols with Universities in ALL CONTINENTS• Networks/Associations• VI and VII Framework Programmes• Erasmus Mundus• COMENIUS• …….

“…besides being excellent at research and teaching, the

internationalisation of UMinho is absolutely outstanding …”

European University Association (EUA)


Foreign studentsForeign students

The University is strongly committed to the internationalisation of education, having solid partnerships with over 400 foreign universities and integrating a large number of international cooperation networks.

Every year about 350 UMinho students go to foreign universities, particularly in Europe. Time periods spent abroad vary from three to twelve months.

Annually, the University welcomes more than 500 foreign students.


It is commonly agreed today that the interaction between Universities and Society is a privileged means to promote social, cultural and economic development - regionally, nationally and internationally.

HoldingsHoldings

The scope of activities of these holdings typically include development, production and transaction of products and services, R&D projects, specialized training, management of Science and Technology parks, entrepreneurship support, company incubation, among others.


The commitment clearly undertaken by the UMinho towards the promotion of innovation is implemented through partnering, networking and maximizing complementary competencies of the different regional, national and international actors.

Innovation & EntrepreneushipInnovation & Entrepreneuship

Is an interface of UMinho that aims to promote its connection to society, especially in the areas of science and technology, contributing to regional development by improving the competitiveness of organizations and increasing the skills of individuals.

TecMinhoTecMinho


Is a private not for profit entity created in 2006 by initiative of the UMinho, Avepark and the Porto Science and Technology Park Association (APCTP). It promotes and supports knowledge-intensive and technologically advanced activities, particularly by supporting start-ups along their evolution process.

Spinpark - Technology-Based Incubation Centre Spinpark - Technology-Based Incubation Centre

Main objective of serving as a technological infra-structure that benefits from the proximity of knowledge generation and contributes to enhance the interaction between Universities and companies

Avepark - Science and Technology Park Avepark - Science and Technology Park

Participated by the UMinho, the Municipality of Guimarães, Porto Science and Technology Park Association (APCTP), AIMinho Business Association and Guimarães Commercial Association


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