Program Structure & Residence Permit
Dual Certification Pathway

Structure & Residence Permit

A comprehensive 4-year roadmap integrating vocational mastery with advanced academic degrees.

4 Years Duration 2 Years Diploma + 2 Years Degree
Dual Certification Vocational Diploma + BSc Degree
Mode Full-Time (Theory + Practical)
1

Year 1: Foundation Stage

Diploma Phase - Year 1

Semester 1

  • Introduction to core concepts and systems
  • Practical skills (lab & workshop sessions)
  • Foundational theoretical knowledge
  • Mathematics & analytical tools
  • Communication & digital literacy

Semester 2

  • Intermediate study of systems and practices
  • Continued practical exercises & simulations
  • Applied problem-solving with tools
  • Workplace safety, ethics & environment
  • Technical communication skills

Residency Permit Process

Between Year 1 & 2

Guidance provided by the International Student Office to begin the Cape Verdean residency permit process. Note: Students pay the permit cost themselves.

Why is this mandatory?
  • Cape Verde immigration laws
  • Visa support for Internships
  • Exchange programs
  • Progression to partner universities
2

Year 2: Advanced Diploma

Dual Training Phase

Semester 3

  • Advanced specialization modules
  • Applied technologies & modern tools
  • Language & cross-cultural communication
  • First vocational training placement
  • Applied project or supervised assignment

Semester 4

  • Higher-level domain concepts
  • Project planning & business integration
  • Final vocational capstone
  • Second industry-based internship
Milestone Reached Diploma Certificate awarded at end of Year 2

International Degree Continuation

Transition to Years 3 & 4 at affiliated partner universities.

Placement Factors

Specialization Field Academic Performance Visa Clearance Availability

Global Destinations

Portugal (Preferred)
Germany
USA
New Zealand
3

Year 3: Academic Degree

Applied Knowledge Phase

Semester 5

  • Domain-specific knowledge & advanced skills
  • Research methods & academic writing
  • Digital tools, simulations, modeling
  • Industry standards & compliance
  • Preparation for capstone project

Semester 6

  • Specialized industry topics
  • Systems thinking & policy frameworks
  • Capstone project development
  • Innovation and interdisciplinary focus
4

Year 4: Academic Degree

Research & Specialization

Semester 7

  • Capstone thesis / applied research
  • Advanced specialization modules
  • Academic mentorship / field research
  • Final evaluation & BSc certification
Program Completion Bachelor-Level Degree awarded at end of Year 4