1. The University of Algarve has been given the highest score in 5 indicators of research, technology transfer and internationalisation in the U-Multirank 2020 international ranking. At the heart of this success is the cutting-edge research developed at the Institution, as well as the innovation that goes along with it.
2. The University of Algarve has witnessed a significant growth in terms of student population, modern facilities and the quality and diversity of programmes on offer.
3. There has been a significant increase of foreign students from more than 80 countries due to the internationalization strategy of the University of Algarve. Of its 8,000-student population, 20% are foreign students, of which nearly half are at the University under bilateral agreements and cooperation programmes, mainly Erasmus and Erasmus Mundus.
4. All campuses offer specific classrooms, computer and multimedia labs, auditoriums, libraries and study and meeting rooms. Wireless Internet access is available on all campuses. With accommodation in residence halls for over 600 students, several canteens and cafeterias throughout the various campuses, medical services and cultural and sports activities,
5. The Sports Department of the Student Union also organises water sports activities such as canoeing, windsurfing and sailing are free of charge at the Nautical Sports Centre at Faro Island.
