Program Overview

Introduction to the Program

The Licenciatura Bolonha em Engenharia Florestal e dos Recursos Naturais program aims to provide internationally recognized knowledge in Forest Engineering and Natural Resources. Specifically, in the 1st cycle, the program offers a unique integration of knowledge in scientific areas such as Biology, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, and Ecology, with knowledge in Economic and Social Sciences and Forest Engineering. This integration is instrumental in developing competencies that enable future engineers to be leaders in planning, certification, management, conservation, restoration, and monitoring of forest ecosystems and the industrial use of forest products.

Historical Background

The program has undergone evaluations and accreditations, including:

• Acredita鈬o A3ES
• Registo DGES R/A-Ef 2074/2011/AL01 Publications in the Di疵io da Rep炻lica include:
• Despacho nｺ 1589/2024
• Previous publications: Despacho nｺ 5476/2010, Despacho nｺ 18910/2009, and Despacho n.ｺ 23534/2008

Professional Outcomes

What is a Forest Engineer?

A forest engineer must consider a fondness for nature as a crucial factor in their career choice. Much of the activity takes place in nature, and forest activity requires respect for environmental protection laws and biodiversity preservation. Forests are sources of industrial raw materials and spaces for human recreation and well-being, providing a range of life-support services including carbon sequestration, water quality improvement, and soil conservation. Forest engineers study, plan, and oversee the execution of works aimed at the sustained production of forest resources, forest protection, and the preservation of multifunctionality, including environmental services of ecosystems. They consider the productive potential of the forest, the specificity of its industry, the influences of the forest on the environment, rural development, and territorial planning. They manage forests according to multifunctionality criteria, being responsible for growth, profitability, and renewal, as well as wildlife and other elements of natural or human heritage existing within them.

Career Perspectives

Upon completing the 1st cycle, students have perspectives in the 2nd cycle, including areas of specialization in:

• Forest Management
• Natural Resource Management
• Forest Products Engineering
• Urban Arboriculture and Silviculture

Professional Exits

Possible career paths include:

• Nature Conservation
• Management of Forests, Wildlife, and the Environment
• Forest Management and Production
• Planning and Management of Parks and Natural Reserves
• Wood, Pulp, and Paper Industries, and Cork
• Consulting and Auditing
• Scientific Research and Teaching
• Central and Local Public Administration

Operational Regime

The program operates on a daytime schedule.

Tuition Fees

For the academic year 2025/2026:

• National students: 697
• International students: 3,000

Coordinators

The program is coordinated by Jo縊 Manuel das Neves Silva.