OUR MISSION

Through knowledge, research, and innovation, we assume our responsibility in building a better future: a future that brings not only the promise but the certainty of a sustainable planet for today's generations and those to come. We want every step to be taken forward, towards change. Together, we want to help protect the future.

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Academic Rankings

Portugal’s leading university in Sustainable Development.

One of the world's TOP 2% Universities with greater success in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

THE Impact Rankings 2023

For the fourth year in a row, the University of Coimbra is considered the most sustainable higher education institution in Portugal and the 29th in the world, according to the TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION IMPACT RANKINGS 2023. This positioning is a reflection of its teaching and research contribution to the achievement of the SDGs.
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QS WUR 2024

The University of Coimbra was highlighted by the Quacquarelli Symonds World University Ranking 2024 (QS WUR) as the most sustainable higher education institution in Portugal. Among the criteria assessed is the impact that its Alumni are having on science and technology to solve climate challenges.
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The University of Coimbra and the SDG

The University of Coimbra contributes to each of the SDGs. Select them and find out how.
1. No poverty
2. Zero Hunger
3. Good health and well-being
4. Quality education
5. GENDER EQUALITY
6. Clean water and sanitation
7. Affordable and clean energy
8. Decent work and economic growth
9. Industry, innovation and infraestructure
10. Reduce inequalities
11. Sustainable cities and communities
12. Responsible consumption and production
13. Climate action
14. Life below water
15. Life on land
16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
17. Partnerships for the goals

But that's not all!

See how we help protect the Future.
Living Panel
Power Bench
UC Share

Initiatives

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Structuring projects

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CONTRIBUTIONS

Do you develop any initiative at the UC that contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

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Our commitment

Environment and climate action
Environment and climate action
Citizenship, equality and inclusiveness
Citizenship, equality and inclusiveness
Teaching
Teaching
Research & innovation
Research & innovation

The relevance of a relevant teaching

Our courses aim to respond to societal challenges, with our Masters and Doctoral Programme playing an important role.

Discover some of the courses that contribute to the SDGs.
Bachelor's Degree in Management of Sustainable and Smart Cities
Master’s degree in Energy for Sustainability
Masters’ Degree in Adult Education and Training and Community Intervention
Master’s Degree in Social Intervention, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Master’s Degree in Social and Cultural Psychiatry
Master in Social Dynamics, Natural and Technological Risks
PhD in Sustainable Forest Development
Masters Degree in International Relations - Peace, Security and Development Studies
Doctoral Programme in International Relations - International Politics and Conflict Resolution
Postgraduation in Social Economy - Cooperativism, Mutualism and Solidarity

WEBSERIE Sustainability at UC: The 5 Ps

27 November, 2022
Partnerships
20 November, 2022
Peace
11 November, 2022
Planet
07 November, 2022
Prosperity