Excellence in Education and Employability
The Barreiro School of Technology (ESTBarreiro/IPS), part of the Polytechnic University of Setúbal (IPS), stands out as a benchmark institution in public higher education, with a strong focus on Engineering and Technology. Offering programmes aligned with strategic sectors of the global economy — including oil and gas, civil engineering and construction, the pharmaceutical industry, the food industry, among others — the institution ensures an employability rate close to 100% for its graduates. With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, most programmes include internships and are supported by state-of-the-art laboratories recognised for their quality and frequently used by external researchers.
High-Quality Education
With around 700 students, the institution fosters a close-knit environment in which each student receives personalised support and has access to a wide range of opportunities that complement classroom learning, such as international mobility experiences and training opportunities within the Transversal Skills Passport programme. In addition, ESTBarreiro/IPS maintains strategic partnerships with industry and business stakeholders, contributing to regional development and creating opportunities for mutual growth.
A Mission and Values that Build the Future
ESTBarreiro/IPS’s mission is to educate technically skilled, ethical professionals prepared for the global labour market, by offering high-quality programmes that are evaluated and accredited by the Agency for Assessment and Accreditation of Higher Education (A3ES). Guided by the values of competence, creativity, ethics, rigour and responsibility, the institution is an ideal choice for those seeking higher education that combines innovation, employability and a positive impact on society.
