UNL

As a public higher education institution, NOVA University Lisbon has the mission to serve society at local, regional, and global levels. This is achieved through the advancement and dissemination of knowledge and understanding among cultures, societies, and people. The university is committed to excellence in teaching and research, as well as providing services based on a strong sense of community. These components include:

An international profile: Emphasizing second and third cycles of education while maintaining a strong foundation in first cycles. The university focuses on its students, providing them with rigorous knowledge, creativity, critical thinking skills, and a sense of citizenship and justice necessary for professional success and leadership.

Collaborative research: Conducting responsible and internationally relevant research, with a focus on interdisciplinary areas and addressing societal problems.

Service: Promoting solidarity and sustainable development in health, economic, technological, cultural, and social aspects. The university is rooted in the Lisbon region but is committed nationally and internationally, with special attention to Portuguese-speaking countries.

Interinstitutional participation: Fostering collaboration among different scientific cultures to create innovative synergies for teaching and research.