ISCTE – Lisbon University Institute

Founded in 1972 in Lisboa, Portugal, ISCTE – Lisbon University Institute stands as one of the nation's first modern universities, dedicated to the study of labor and social dynamics. Over the decades, ISCTE has evolved into a multidisciplinary institution, now comprising four schools: Iscte Business School, the School of Sociology and Public Policy, the School of Technology and Architecture, and the School of Social Sciences and Humanities. The university's architecture and design ethos reflect a commitment to producing, transmitting and transferring knowledge to society according to the highest international standards. Located in the heart of Lisbon, the ISCTE campus provides modern, spacious, and functional facilities for its vibrant, multicultural student body, which includes a significant international presence. ISCTE's architecture fosters a robust intellectual tradition, encouraging mentorship from faculty engaged in cutting-edge research. The institution's design promotes interdisciplinary dialogue and openness to the global world, valuing the social relevance of its contribution to a sustainable society.