Master in Student Advising

Tuition fees are 21,000 USD per year.

Navigating the transition into a high-intensity academic environment requires more than just intellectual rigor; it demands a robust support infrastructure that prioritizes student well-being and strategic goal alignment. At Nova SBE, the Student Advising service acts as a vital bridge between the individual student and the academic ecosystem, ensuring that the master's journey is both manageable and transformative.

This service is designed for students who seek to optimize their academic performance while balancing personal development and career aspirations. By offering a human-centric approach, the team helps students navigate complex decision-making processes—ranging from elective selection to managing health-related challenges—with clarity and confidence.

Integrated Support Pillars

• Academic Guidance: Personalized assistance in aligning your curriculum with career ambitions, ensuring you maximize the value of available specializations and workstreams.
• Specific Educational Needs: A confidential, tailored framework that provides necessary accommodations to ensure every student has an equitable opportunity to succeed.
• Performance & Balance: Evidence-based training on learning hacks, time management, and sustainable energy practices to prevent burnout and improve cognitive retention.
• Thriving Milestones: Structured sessions that orient students to essential platforms, exchange opportunities, and the critical Work Project (thesis) phase.

By fostering a proactive, open dialogue between advisors and students, Nova SBE ensures that no student navigates the challenges of graduate study in isolation. Whether addressing logistical hurdles like visa processes or complex academic planning, the advising team provides the practical guidance required to turn student life into a rewarding, balanced, and successful experience.

NOVA University Lisbon, founded in 1973 and located in Portugal’s dynamic capital region, is a modern and internationally minded institution with roughly 22,018 students, including about 3,408 international students. The university blends urban campus life with strong ties to Lisbon’s cultural and business districts, giving students easy access to internships, cultural attractions, and a lively student scene. Its relatively recent founding means NOVA emphasizes innovation, interdisciplinary study, and international collaboration.

Academically, NOVA offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs across sciences, social sciences, arts, and technology, and is recognized for research excellence in areas such as public health, economics, and engineering. Teaching often incorporates project-based work and partnerships with industry, helping students build practical skills alongside academic knowledge. Support services include academic advising, language courses, and career services geared to preparing graduates for both local and global job markets.

For international students, NOVA provides a welcoming environment with English-taught programs, orientation sessions, and assistance with housing and visas. Living in Lisbon offers a relatively affordable European experience compared with other capitals, plus excellent public transport and a pleasant climate. Whether you seek rigorous research training or practical industry connections, NOVA University Lisbon is a strong choice for students looking to study in a vibrant, internationally connected European city.