Are you finishing high school and still unsure about your future?

Would you like to find out more about university before choosing a bachelor’s degree?

Or are you looking for an opportunity to build on your knowledge, prepare for entry to higher education and explore new areas of interest?

Then “Experimenta o Técnico” was created for you.

This programme allows you to experience university life by interacting with lecturers, researchers, students and laboratories at one of the country’s leading higher education institutions. Throughout the year, you’ll be able to take part in projects, develop new skills and discover scientific and technological fields that can help you make more informed decisions about your academic and professional future.

At the same time, you’ll have the chance to consolidate the essential knowledge needed to get into university and boost your confidence in facing the challenges that lie ahead.

Whether you’re preparing your first application to the university or looking for a new opportunity to achieve your academic goals, “Experimenta o Técnico” offers you a year of discovery, growth and preparation for the future.

Because choosing a bachelor’s degree is an important decision, and getting to know the university from the inside can make all the difference!

By participating in “Experimenta o Técnico”, you’ll have the opportunity to get to know the university beyond what you’d normally see from the outside.

Throughout the programme, you will be able to:

• Receive support in consolidating the knowledge essential for success in national exams;
• Explore different scientific, technological and engineering fields;
• Visit laboratories, research centres and spaces where innovative projects are developed;
• Meet lecturers, researchers and university students;
• Take part in practical activities that give you a glimpse into the reality of university life;
• Develop skills such as independence, critical thinking, teamwork and problem-solving;
• Discover fields of study and career paths you may never have considered;
• Rather than just attending lectures, you’ll experience university life from the inside.

At Experimenta o Técnico, we believe that the best way to learn is to get hands-on experience.

That’s why each participant takes part in a project where they can apply their knowledge, develop their creativity, solve problems and work as part of a team.

The projects may cover areas such as:

• Programming and Artificial Intelligence
• Logistics
• Robotics
• Biotechnology
• Entrepreneurship

Explore your future

Find out about different fields of study and discover which degrees and careers best suit your interests and goals.

Prepare for admission to university

Benefit from support in consolidating your knowledge and preparing for national exams. Boost your confidence and increase your chances of being admitted to university.

Experience university life from the inside

Engage directly with lecturers, researchers and students; explore laboratories, projects and the reality of university life.

Develop skills for the future

Strengthen skills such as critical thinking, independence, communication, teamwork and problem-solving.

Make more informed decisions

Choose your academic path with greater knowledge, confidence and experience, reducing the uncertainties associated with the transition to university.

1. Application
Submit your application until 4 October 2026.

2. Lessons
Weekly workload of 9 hours, divided across the following subjects:

3. Project
During the first few weeks, you will be introduced to different laboratories, scientific fields and project opportunities. From November 1 to 15, 2026, choose the area that interests you most and join a team. Throughout the academic year, you will work on your project under the guidance of lecturers and mentors. At the end of the programme, you will present the results of your work to the community.

The programme is aimed at high school students who are curious, motivated and keen to learn more about higher education.

You don’t need to know everything from the start. You just need to be eager to explore, try new things and challenge yourself.