University of Coimbra strengthens academic and cultural ties with University of Macau

The University of Coimbra (UC) and the University of Macau (UM) have strengthened their academic and scientific cooperation, launching a scholarship programme that allows UC master’s and doctoral students to conduct research in Macau, and UM students to do the same in Coimbra, with support from MGM. The new collaboration agreements were formalised during a visit to Macau by a UC delegation led by Vice-Rector for External Relations and Alumni, João Nuno Calvão da Silva.

The tripartite agreement also includes scholarships and awards for Law students and the joint organisation of academic events, such as the “Public Law: International, Constitutional and Administrative Law” conference held on 13–14 October at UM, which brought together participants from Portuguese-speaking countries and territories, including UC Law Faculty lecturers Jónatas Machado and António Malheiro de Magalhães.

During the visit, UM joined the UNESCO Chair on Intercultural Dialogue on Heritages of Portuguese Influence, coordinated by UC’s Professor Walter Rossa, and a partnership was established to create a joint digital database dedicated to the work of Luís de Camões.

“Celebrating this agreement, with MGM’s support, allows UC students to pursue master’s and doctoral studies in Macau, and UM students to do the same in Coimbra. This reinforces the historical ties between our Law Faculties and helps ensure the continuity of Portuguese legal tradition in Macau beyond 2049. At the same time, our partnership on cultural heritage through the UNESCO Chair expands cooperation and demonstrates the commitment of both institutions to the values of such an important international organisation,” said Vice-Rector João Nuno Calvão da Silva.

The UC delegation’s visit, which also included a meeting with the University of Coimbra Alumni Association in Macau, concludes on 16 October.