Dual Undergraduate Programs
Discover our dual undergraduate degrees — from entry requirements to study paths, course structures, career options, and global exchange opportunities.
Program Structure & Residence Permit
A comprehensive 4-year roadmap integrating vocational mastery with advanced academic degrees.
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.
- Cape Verde immigration laws
- Visa support for Internships
- Exchange programs
- Progression to partner universities
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
International Degree Continuation
Transition to Years 3 & 4 at affiliated partner universities.
Placement Factors
Global Destinations
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
Year 4: Academic Degree
Research & Specialization
Semester 7
- Capstone thesis / applied research
- Advanced specialization modules
- Academic mentorship / field research
- Final evaluation & BSc certification
Ready to take the next step?
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