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Life@Nova SBE Welcome Guide
CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATIONS
Welcome to Nova School of Business |4
& Economics!
Campus facilities and services |6
Campus map | 10
Nova SBE services | 12
Academic calendar |14
Accommodation |16
Transport and how to get around |19
Medical information |20
Well-being and personal development |21
Active Citizenship |22
Student card |23
Nova SBE clubs |23
Students’ Union |23
Sports activities |25
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Why Portugal |27
Visa and residence permit |28
Medical insurance |30
Emergency contact |31
Bank account |32
SIM card |32
NOVA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ECONOMICS Useful information about Portugal |32
Carcavelos Campus Portuguese language course |33
Rua da Holanda 1
2775-405 Carcavelos Useful expressions in Portuguese |33
Tel: +351 213 801 600
www.novasbe.unl.pt/en/ CONTACTS | 33
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Welcome to Nova
School of Business
& Economics!
You are about to embark on a wonderful new adventure at
Nova SBE where you will have the opportunity to strengthen
your academic path in high-quality programs, to participate
in a wide range of activities on-campus and last, but not least,
have a lot of fun! We truly hope that your journey at Nova SBE
becomes an unforgettable experience that will stay with you for
the rest of your life.
You came to Nova SBE to study and you will find all the
academic information you need in the student handbooks.
But because Nova SBE is much more than studying, we
have created this guide to help you on your transition and
integration in the school and the city, providing the support you
need while you are studying here. Transports, Housing, Visas…
You name it and we will try to help!
Nova SBE has a dedicated team to help you navigate through
your Life at Nova SBE. They are located at the Student Central,
on the 1st floor of the Hovione Atrium, and we encourage you
to come and visit them if you have any issues or concerns that
you want help with.
If you are an international student, you can find
useful information specifically for you on the International
Students Section, from page 27 onwards.
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Campus facilities and services
ABOUT THE CAMPUS FOOD SERVICES
On September 2018, a new era for Nova SBE began
as the school moved to a bright new campus
located in Carcavelos, home to the school
of the future.
The move was and still is an incredible opportunity Main Deck, Ground Floor Horizon Hall, 2nd Floor
for our community to keep growing. Grow stronger
and grow higher.
ICA Canteen Azure Restaurant
Studying at the 90.000 m2 campus by the sea
is an experience in itself. Opening Hours Opening Hours
Week Days: Week Days:
The location of the campus is amazing. 08:00 A.M. - 03:00 P.M., 11:30 A.M. - 03:00 P.M.,
Check the exact site. 06:00 P.M. - 08:30 P.M. 06:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M.
The campus surroundings grew exponentially, Weekends & Holidays: Weekends & Holidays:
going from an isolated location in the Cascais coast 09:00 A.M.- 03:00 P.M., 11:30A.M. - 03:00 P.M.,
to a fully urbanistic area with multiple means 06:00 P.M. - 08:30 P.M. 06:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M.
of transportation, cultural events, and activities.
It will surely provide an incredible experience. Note: A full lunch meal is 2.70€ (social price) and
a full dinner meal is a 4.10€ (there is not a social
price for dinners).
FEATURES
• 55 Classrooms (Buildings B, D, E) The Cut Pizza Restaurant Hovione Atrium, 1st floor
• 26 Amphitheaters (Buildings B, D, E)
• CTT Student Hall – A 24h Study Space with Opening Hours
220 individual places (Building C) Week Days: Padaria do Bairro Cafe
10:00 A.M. - 10:00 P.M.
• Main Deck – food court area with 3 restaurants &
Weekends & Holidays: Opening Hours
Canteen (Building I)
10:00 A.M. - 06:00 P.M. Week Days:
• Fitness Hut Gym (Building G)
08:00 A.M. - 08:00 P.M.
• Teresa e Alexandre Soares dos Santos Library
Weekends & Holidays:
(Building H) Vicente na Linha by CarneAlentejana 08:00 A.M. - 06:00 P.M.
• CUF Medical Center (Building A) Hamburger Restaurant
• Santander Money Club - Bank (Building A)
• Fidelidade Studio (Building A) Opening Hours
• Konceptum Store (Building A) Week Days: Vending Machines
10:00 A.M. - 10:00 P.M. 24/7
• Lab Store by Jerónimo Martins – opening in the
Weekends & Holidays:
4th trimester of 2019 (Building I)
10:00 A.M. - 06:00 P.M.
• MILESTONE Student Living (Building J)
• Jerónimo Martins Grand Auditorium (Building F)
• Nova Students’ Union (EDP Plaza)
• Sagres Beach Way
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Campus facilities and services
KONCEPTUM STORE FIDELIDADE STUDIO
Location: Hovione Atrium, 1st floor Location: Hovione Atrium, 1st floor
Opening Hours: Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
ACADEMIC PERIOD: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
to 8 p.m.;
EXAMS’ SEASONS: opens 30 minutes before the Fidelidade, the insurance market leader in Portugal,
1st exam of the day – at 8:30 or 9:30 a.m. – and launched its Fidelidade Studio in Nova SBE’s
closes at 7 p.m. during the week and at 5 p.m. on campus, a concept that brings together Fidelidade’s
Saturdays; School Breaks: Monday to Friday, from 9 mission and the students’ needs. The Nova SBE
a.m. to 7 p.m. Community can use this space for numerous
activities: podcast recording, movie sessions, group
The Nova SBE Concept Store is much more than a work interviews, etc. Booking can be done through
printing and copy services store! Here you will find the website www.fidelidadestudio.pt or email, at
a Hang-Out area where you can use your computer fidelidadestudio@fidelidade.pt.
and a workspace with 6 computers available to take
care of your printing and copying needs. There is a
Fun Zone with a sofa, a television, and a PS4.
Nova SBE merchandising products will be sold in
MONEY CLUB BY SANTANDER
Location: Hovione Atrium, 1st floor
the Fun Zone, as well as stationery.
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
CTT LOCKERS – 24H POSTAL DELIVERY A sophisticated and aspirational setting, where
SERVICE different generations –masters and apprentices –
Location: CTT Student Hall, Ground Floor can meet and share knowledge and experiences.
At the Santander Money Club, Portuguese and
Ask for the delivery of your parcels in an automatic international students alike will find the best
locker CTT 24H of your choice. Receive your and most convenient financial products to fit
shopping and packages without hassle and without their needs. Simple and straightforward banking
waiting, directly on campus. designed for university students with a global
perspective.
CUF MEDICAL CENTER
Location: Hovione Atrium, 1st floor JERÓNIMO MARTINS LAB
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: Main Deck, Ground Floor
and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
There will be a grocery store on campus aimed
CUF is the medical care provider whose mission at testing solutions to address some of retail
is to actively contribute for the creation of an industry’s daily challenges.
intellectual and emotional high-performance The Jerónimo Martins Lab is going to provide
academic community. great food solutions, together with innovative
The range of services provided by CUF includes technologies that provide a convenient and
appointments of different specialties with seamless shopping experience.
particular focus on General and Family Medicine,
Sports Medicine, Dental Care, Nutrition and
Psychology, as well as clinical analysis and full-time
nursing care. If you wish to make an appointment
for any of these medical specialties, you must
schedule it first.
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Campus Map
The Navigator Company Park
Walk of Founders
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Nova SBE services
ADMISSIONS SERVICES PROGRAM MANAGEMENT CAREER AND CORPORATE PLACEMENT BRAND & COMMUNICATION OFFICE
Location: Student Central, Hovione Atrium Location: Student Central, Hovione Atrium SERVICES Location: Hovione Atrium, 1st floor, Room A206
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: Hovione Atrium, 2nd floor, Room A207B
Office hours: Monday to Friday - 10 a.m. to 1p.m The Brand & Communication team is responsible
These are the services responsible for marketing The Program Managers are responsible for and 2 pm to 4 p.m. for the school’s communication and every key
Nova SBE programs and managing the admissions program delivery and development, which makes event taking place at the school.
and selection processes for both Masters’ and them the key contact for students if they intend to The Career Services have the necessary tools to
Bachelors’ students. discuss issues related to the program. make your job search more effective from day General
one and transform your uncertainty into bold infonova@novasbe.pt
Bachelors’ students’ admissions Bachelors’ Program manager aspirations that can make a difference. They have
studyatnova@novasbe.pt bachelors.pm@novasbe.pt the expertise in market knowledge and they guide Events
and help you with all the decisive career choices events@novasbe.pt
Masters’ students’ admissions Masters’ Program manager you have to make.
leadyourfuture@novasbe.pt masters.pm@novasbe.pt careerservices@novasbe.pt
RESEARCH OFFICE
Double Degree students Location: Hovione Atrium, 2nd floor, Room A205b
ACADEMIC SERVICES double.degrees@novasbe.pt STUDENT DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Location: Student Central, Hovione Atrium Location: Cascais Academic Hall, 1st floor, The Nova SBE Research Team provides cross-
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. CEMS MIM students Room B125 disciplinary orientation and helps plan, develop,
mim@novasbe.pt Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. and carry out every research project taking place in
The Academic Services support students with all and 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. the school.
issues relating to the operational components of research.office@novasbe.pt
the programs, from enrollment to graduation. INTERNATIONAL MOBILITY The SDO is strongly dedicated to the students’
Location: Student Central, Hovione Atrium well-being and personal development so if you
Academic support for Bachelors’ students Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. are in need of some extra guidance to help you FACILITIES SERVICES
bachelors@novasbe.pt prepare for the semester or simply talk about your Location: Hovione Atrium, 1st floor, A201b
The International Mobility team supports all concerns, you can always head over there or send
Academic support for Masters’ students incoming students whether they are coming to an email. The Facilities team is responsible for having every
masters@novasbe.pt Nova SBE via a mobility partnership agreement or sdo@novasbe.pt room and facility working accordingly, providing
as free movers. immediate assistance for all issues that need fixing
international.mobility@novasbe.pt on campus.
IT HELPDESK fixit@novasbe.pt
Location: Santander Academic Hall, 1st Floor,
LIFE@NOVA Room D120
Location: Student Central, Hovione Atrium ALUMNI & CORPORATE RELATIONS
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. The IT Helpdesk is the first point of contact for all Location: Hovione Atrium, 1st floor, Room A207b
queries concerning e-mail accounts, netpa, and
The Life@Nova SBE team provides support to other IT services available for students on campus. The Alumni & Corporate Relations Office is the
students with non-academic issues like housing, helpdesk@novasbe.pt point of contact for companies and institutions
visas, transportation, etc. that want to be part of this community — recruiting
lifeatnova@novasbe.pt Nova SBE students, participating in school life,
supporting the school and its students, or being
part of their development.
corporate@novasbe.pt
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Academic Calendar 2019/2020
Check your academic calendar before scheduling vacations or buying plane
tickets, so it does not conflict with classes, exams or the professional development
modules. Here are the fall and spring semesters calendar and the links for the
complete academic calendars.
BSC STUDENTS
1ST YEAR
Fall Semester: 12 September – 5 December Regular Exams: 4 – 13 January
Spring Semester: 4 February – 7 May Regular Exams: 18 May – 3 June
2ND & 3RD YEARS
Fall Semester: 2 September – 27 November Regular Exams: 6 – 19 December
Spring Semester: 4 February – 7 May Regular Exams: 18 May – 3 June
Check your complete academic calendar
MSC STUDENTS
FALL SEMESTER
T1: 5 September – 17 October Exams: 19 – 24 October
T2: 25 October – 6 December Exams: 9 – 17 December
Professional Development Modules 3 – 24 January
SPRING SEMESTER
T3: 30 January – 13 March Exams: 16 – 23 March
T4: 26 May – 9 June Exams: 14 – 25 May
Professional Development Modules: 27 May – 14 June
Check your complete academic calendar
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Accommodation
Lisbon & Carcavelos Accommodation in Lisbon and around Carcavelos
WHERE TO STAY? WHO TO CONTACT?
The best areas to stay in Lisbon and commute Nova SBE has partnered with companies to present
every day to the campus are the areas closest to students with special offers both in Lisbon and
the Cascais train line (Cais do Sodré, Alcântara, Carcavelos. You can check the areas you are
Santos, Belém), or more central areas that are interested in and corresponding prices.
closest to subway stations that can quickly take
you to Cais do Sodré (green line) or to Terreiro
do Paço (blue line).
Check the subway map to have a clear
understanding of all the lines.
You are probably wondering whether to stay in central Lisbon and commute to campus every day or live INLIFE SEAHOUSING
closer to the Carcavelos Campus. Here are some lifestyle differences to help you decide:
Personalized housing trips for international A platform created by a Nova SBE alumnus that
students in Portugal. anticipated the students’ desire to live close to the
www.inlifeportugal.com/novasbe Carcavelos Campus and the beach.
The urban lifestyle The beach lifestyle www.seahousing.pt
3 reasons to love
Lisbon! 3 reasons to love
Carcavelos!
UNIPLACES
Online student accommodation booking with
properties in Lisbon and around Carcavelos.
www.uniplaces.com
SMART STUDIOS
Several locations in Lisbon and a new
accommodation with 301 individual studios near
(Promotional code: NOVASBE) the Carcavelos Campus – opens in June 2020 – all
with the same format: furbished and fully equipped
studios in renovated buildings.
Get to know the old-as-time culture of the most Easy access to the Carcavelos beach and other www. smartstudios.pt
typical and picturesque neighborhoods; beautiful beaches along the Cascais train line; COLLEGIATE
Premium student residence in Lisbon’s city center.
www.collegiate-ac.pt COCOON RESIDENCES
Easy access to shops, museums, shows, and great Surfing, stand up paddle, volleyball, dozens-of-
restaurants: a melting pot of culture and events; km-long bicycle paths where you can enjoy A renovated residence with 12 rooms, in Parede.
exercising with a breathtaking sea view and a closer CHALET JÚLIA More options will be available in the near future.
contact with nature; www.cocoonresidences.com
A charming 1930’s remodeled house that was
The epicenter of nightlife in Portugal. transformed into a student residence in Parede
(20 minutes from Carcavelos)
Lively terraces, open-air restaurants and bars, as www.chaletjulia.pt
well as renowned music festivals nearby such as
Festas do Mar, EDP Cool Jazz, and NOS Alive.
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Accomodation Transports and how to get around
UNL STUDENT RESIDENCIES – SAS NOVA For general information on public transportation, please visit
the companies’ websites:
The Social Welfare Services of NOVA University
Lisbon have some subsidized rooms for Nova SBE
students in the Campolide and Lumiar residencies Metropolitano de Lisboa (Lisbon Underground) www.metrolisboa.pt
(Lisbon).
For availability, please contact: SAS NOVA CP – Comboios de Portugal (Train Services) www.cp.pt
alojamento@unl.pt
For more information, please check: MobiCascais (Bus and Bike renting services – Cascais area) www.mobicascais.com
www.sas.unl.pt
Carris (Bus - Lisbon area ) www.carris.pt
MILESTONE STUDENT LIVING Rede Expressos (Long-distance buses) www.rede-expressos.pt
The student residence at the Carcavelos Campus
is operated by MILESTONE, an experienced premium The Carcavelos Campus is located half-way between Lisbon and Cascais. The easiest way to get there
student housing provider. by public transportation is by taking the train to the Carcavelos station.
The student housing facilities on campus include: To commute between Lisbon and Carcavelos, please check the following mobility solutions:
• 122 bright and fully furnished rooms;
• Panoramic windows with an idyllic view;
TRAIN COOLTRA
• A large fridge and a microwave for private use;
• Community kitchens; The best way to get to the new campus is by train Nova SBE has a partnership with Cooltra – the
• A private bathroom with a spacious shower; taking the Cascais train line in Cais do Sodré. leading sustainable mobility solution on two wheels
• A desk and a comfy chair; When exiting the train at the Carcavelos station you in Europe. What do they have in store for you?
• High-speed Wi-Fi with unlimited downloads; can either walk for 20 minutes or take a short bus A 15% discount for Nova SBE students only.
ride (MobiCascais). At the Carcavelos station and Check their website for more information and learn
• Storage compartments.
on-campus, there is also a bike sharing and renting the best way to reach Carcavelos on two wheels.
system available which can be integrated into the www.cooltra.com
For reservations and further details, please visit:
combined pass so you can easily cycle from the
www.milestone.net
station to the campus.
connect@milestone.net
CAR SHARING WITH VIA VERDE BOLEIAS
Via Verde Boleias is a ridesharing application that
allows people to schedule rides and share the
costs. Students receive a token, personal and non-
transferable, to access the Nova SBE private group
and to share rides.
There are parking options available on and
off-campus in the surrounding areas. Want to
learn more?
www.boleias.viaverde.pt
For more detailed and updated information please see: Nova SBE Mobility Solutions
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Medical information Well-being and personal development
In Portugal, medical assistance is provided by both public and private sectors. Nova SBE is working on providing the most support possible to our students
Below you can find some examples of medical facilities. – we want them to fulfill their personal needs and promote their well-being.
We offer programs focused on Personal Development and Psychologic Support
ATTENTION: If you need to miss classes for health reasons, do not forget to speak with your Professors to and are aimed at students who intend to explore their potential, improve their
explain your situation and thus avoid missing important content or assignments. Also, if you are going to
the Doctor, always ask for a Medical Declaration that states that you were there, as you might need it later. relationships, and their quality of life, but also at students who experience
moments of stress, anxiety, depression, and other psychological and emotional
concerns.
Lisbon Carcavelos
PUBLIC FACILITIES PUBLIC FACILITIES STUDENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
São Francisco Xavier Hospital Cascais Hospital
Estrada Forte do Alto Duque Estrada Militar, Alcabideche
Bus lines nearby: 723, 728, 714 +351 214 653 000 Student Counseling Promotion of Academic Success
+351 210 431 000 www.hospitaldecascais.pt Program
www.chlo.min-saude.pt Students can apply for psychological
Parede Healthcare Center accompaniment and counseling provided by A series of workshops focused on developing
Santa Maria Hospital Rua José Elias Garcia, Parede a psychologist specialized in Education. Typically, students’ soft skills, study methods and techniques,
Avenida Professor Egas Moniz +351 214 547 000 students seek support for problems related to such as teamwork, avoiding procrastination, etc.,
Nearest subway station: Cidade Universitária www.cascais.pt stress, anxiety, difficulties in integration, etc. This with the objective of improving the students’
(yellow line) service is open to everyone. All you need to do academic success.
+351 217 805 000 is send an email to schedule a chat with Edite
www.chln.min-saude.pt PRIVATE FACILITIES Oliveira, Nova SBE’s trained psychologist.
CUF Medical Center Peer Tutoring Program
PRIVATE FACILITIES Carcavelos Campus
www.saudecuf.pt Support for Academic and Social One-to-one academic support on a weekly basis
SAMS health center Integration (PAIAS) from students who have done well on a particular
Rua Fialho de Almeida, 21 to 21-D CUF Clinic - São Domingos de Rana subject (tutors) to students (tutees) seeking support
Nearest subway station: S. Sebastião (blue/red line) Rua Afonso de Albuquerque 195, PAIAS is a mentoring project aimed at to have better performances. Each meeting lasts
+351 213 811 800 S. Domingos de Rana facilitating the integration and the adaptation for 90 minutes, where the tutor answers questions,
www.pics.sams.pt +351 214 549 450 of undergraduate students during their first year clarifies doubts and/or does exercises with the
www.saudecuf.pt at Nova SBE. PAIAS mentors are senior students tutee.
NOTE: NOVA University Lisbon holds an agreement who provide academic and social support to first-
with SAMS’ clinical center. Show your student card year students upon their arrival.
Europa Clinic
to prove you study at Nova SBE – UNL. Rua Catembe 165, Carcavelos
+351 214 569 800
Luz Hospital www.clinicaeuropa.pt
Avenida Lusíada, 100
Nearest subway station: Colégio Militar/Luz
(blue line)
+351 217 104 400
www.hospitaldaluz.pt
For more information regarding these programs or if you need psychological support, please contact
the Student Development Office: sdo@novasbe.pt
Location: Cascais Academic Hall, 1st floor, B125
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Active Citizenship Student card
Your student card is your official Nova SBE ID and it provides access to certain facilities including
study rooms, the library, and photocopiers. The online submission to request your card was sent directly
to students by the Academic Services.
Nova SBE Your Student ID number is the same as the prefix of
your institutional email (ex: 99999@novasbe.pt).
Leadership for Impact
You will be informed when you can pick-up your student card at the on-campus Santander branch.
Knowledge Center The student card provider is Santander Bank, however, the card is not associated with a bank account.
Students interested in opening a bank account at Santander will be able to do so at the bank agency
Location: Santander Academic Hall, room D104 on campus.
For international students, Santander now offers to manage the request for the Portuguese fiscal
number (a requirement to open bank accounts in Portugal) on the students’ behalf.
The Nova SBE Leadership for Impact Knowledge If you have any questions, please contact:
Center is leading the initiative called Social Impact studentcard@novasbe.pt
Experience (SIE) aimed at integrating different
social experiences as part of the students’ journey,
revamping what was known before as Volunteering
or Comunidade Nova.
In order to promote consciousness and
Nova SBE clubs
engagement in social and environmental impact,
students may receive an Honorable Mention of
Active Citizenship, which will be printed on the
Student clubs play a critical role at Nova SBE, contributing to a vibrant campus life while creating
Diploma Supplement, by participating in one of the
unique experiences.
following activities:
Nova SBE has more than 30 different student clubs who go beyond their traditional role to boost
• Formal and active participation in the Nova SBE’s
student involvement on campus, which is often the catalyst for a positive student experience.
projects driven by social and environmental impact,
If you are thinking about joining a student club or starting your own, consider both your passions
with the validation of the Bachelor’s Director.
and the benefits you may get by doing so.
The Student’s Union, the Clubs and the Student’s
Development Office, for example, develop such
Check out the Student Clubs’ list on our website and learn more about them individually here:
projects.
www.novasbe.unl.pt
• Formal and active participation in a voluntary
work program at a local level, with a Nova SBE
partner.
For the honorable mention to be acknowledged,
Students’ Union
students must complete a minimum of 50 hours in
at least one of the activities previously mentioned.
More information about the honorable mention
contact socialimpactexperience.pt The Nova Students’ Union (Nova SU) is the representative body of more than 3000 Nova SBE students.
Activities take place throughout the year and target various goals and groups from sports to culture,
and from recreational events to volunteering initiatives, amongst others.
If you want to learn more, please visit the SU headquarters located at the EDP Plaza (next to the Jerónimo
Martins Grand Auditorium), or contact: www.novasu.pt
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Sports activities
NOVA SU SPORTS NOVA SPORTS
Location: Nova SU - EDP Plaza Location: Main Deck
The Nova SBE Students’ Union has a sports branch The NOVA sports Office is part of the SAS NOVA
that aims to promote all sort of sports activities Services and aims to promote and develop sports
among the Nova SBE community. For more activities and general well-being among the entire
information, check Nova SU’s Facebook page or community of NOVA University Lisbon. You can
visit the SU’s headquarters, located below the chose among several sports from rugby to yoga.
orange stairs that lead to the Jerónimo Martins If you are interested or would if you would like
Grand Auditorium. to learn more, then please send an email to
desporto@unl.pt, check out NOVA Desporto’s
official Facebook page.
Note: Athlete Status and Merit Scholarship:
By becoming part of Nova Sports’ teams, you
can benefit from the student-athlete status and,
depending on your results, have access to a
FITNESS HUT GYM scholarship merit.
Location: Horizon Hall
The Carcavelos campus has its own gym powered
by Fitness Hut – a well-known brand of fitness and OTHER
well-being with over 35 clubs in Portugal.
You can also check with the Municipality of
www.fitnesshutmovenow.pt Cascais as there are many sports clubs and
carcavelos@fitnesshut.pt centers, around and in Carcavelos, as well as
outdoor fitness lessons at the beach:
www.cascais.pt
www.livingincascais.com
In Lisbon, there is the Estádio Universitário
de Lisboa (Lisbon University Stadium), a large
university sports complex.
Metro station: Cidade Universitária (yellow line)
www.estadio.ulisboa.pt
The Estádio Nacional do Jamor (National Sports
Center of Jamor) is also a complex of sports
infrastructures in Oeiras, next to Carcavelos.
For more information, you can visit:
jamor.ipdj.pt
or contact: geral.su@novasbe.pt
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International students Why Portugal?
Settling into a new environment and adjusting to new situations can be initially
Hello! intimidating but there are a variety of support services at hand at Nova SBE meant
to assist you. Our main wish is that you enjoy your time here.
Willkommen! We look forward to meeting and helping you adjust to this new country and this
new Life at Nova!
Ciao!
Bonjour!
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Visa and resident permit
EUROPEAN UNION (EU) CITIZENS NON-EUROPEAN (NON-UE) CITIZENS RENEWING YOUR VISA
If you are coming to Portugal from a country Students coming from countries outside the EU, You will need to renew your visa once in Portugal
which does not require an entry Visa you still EEA, and Switzerland are required to ask for a as the first emission usually lasts for a period that
have to register at the Lisbon City Hall. Schengen Visa for Studying Purposes (longer than does not cover the full duration of your studies.
three months and up to one year) or a Residence Upon arrival, book your appointment with SEF -
• Valid ID card/passport (the original Permit (for stays longer than one year). Please note Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras (Immigration
and a photocopy); that you can apply for a Residence Permit once you and Borders Service) for renewal purposes, as
• Proof of address in Lisbon; are in Portugal, instead of renewing your Schengen times varies between two to five months to get
Visa. Do not enter Portugal with a Tourist Visa - an appointment.
• Sworn Statement.
you will not be able to renew it.
You can find more information about this on their
Step 1: Request the Visa/Residence Permit website: www.sef.pt
Schedule an appointment at the Portuguese
IMPORTANT NOTICE: embassy or consulate in your home country You must book an appointment in a SEF
Portuguese visa processing can take anywhere as soon as you receive the Acceptance Letter. delegation, which can be done in two ways:
from two weeks to up to three months, so it is
advisable to start your visa application as soon Step 2: Documents 1 - Telephone: +351 808 202 653
as you receive the Acceptance Letter. Depending on your nationality, duration of stay, Warning: when you call this number, you will
and type of service you are applying for, some hear an automatic message in Portuguese with
or all of the following standard documents may the options listed below. In case you do not
be required: understand Portuguese, please press the numbers
as described:
• Acceptance letter, in which the correct dates
of your studies are stated (either the Admissions • First, press 1 (you will be selecting the option
team (regular students) or the International to book an appointment);
Mobility team students on a mobility program) • Second, press 3 (you will be stating that you
will issue this document); live in the Lisbon or Cascais area. If you live near
• Visa Form; the Carcavelos Campus don’t worry. It’s included
• Two passport photos (in color); in this area);
• Your passport and copies of your previous visas • Finally, press 3 again (you will be stating that you
(passports must be valid for a minimum want to book an appointment to renew your visa).
of 6 months); You will then be put on hold, waiting for someone
• A copy of your return ticket reservation; to pick up the call. Do not be surprised to hear
a message in Portuguese, it is the general
• Travel insurance to cover you for the
information that SEF provides while you are
Schengen area;
on hold. When an officer picks up, please ask
• Flight dates and times; them to speak in English. You can say “Desculpe,
• Accommodation plans for the duration não falo Português. Inglês?” which states that you
of your stay (e.g. hotel reservation); do not speak Portuguese and suggest speaking
• Proof of sufficient funds for the duration in English.
of your stay;
• Proof of civil status (married, children, etc.); 2 - Website: www.sef.pt
• Proof of economic status (employed,
self- employed, student, retired, etc.); • Under the “E-Desk” section (on the right side
• Copy of your Criminal Record (if you have been of the home page” click on “Online Scheduling”;
living elsewhere for over one year, this should • Register in the SEF portal;
be issued by that country and not by your • Fill in your personal data and chose a day
home country). and place to make your appointment.
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Medical insurance Emergency contact
新
NATIONAL EMERGENCY NUMBER GLOSSARY OF EMERGENCY TERMS
AND EXPRESSIONS
Calls to 112 are free from any phone (mobile
or landline). The operator will direct your call
to the emergency service that you require
including medical, fire, and police.
I’ve been in an accident
Tive um acidente
This is an emergency
EMERGENCY CONTACT AT NOVA SBE Isto é uma emergência
Should you need to notify the school about a
personal accident, distress or some campus-related I need an ambulance
security problem, please call our reception desk so Preciso de uma ambulância
they can redirect you to the appropriate office:
+351 213 801 600 I need a doctor
At Nova SBE, you will be covered by insurance in SECURITY
case of accidents on campus only. Preciso de um médico
Who can help students in need?
Campus safety is a priority for the school. Nova SBE The school’s security is around 24/7 and can always
For students coming from outside EU, we highly has been taking some decisive steps to strengthen be contacted in case of emergency. Call the police
recommend that you have health insurance from its security and has agreed to reinforce, with the Chame a polícia
your home country. help of the Public Safety Police, security on campus If you decide to head to the beach, remember to:
and its surrounding areas. Very sick
If you prefer to get one once you are in Portugal, Muito doente
• Protect yourself from the sun and stay hydrated
please find some examples of insurance Prevention is the best protection! by drinking water;
companies:
• After big meals, wait at least three hours before Unconscious
• When at an ATM, check your surroundings going for a swim; Inconsciente
• Multicare and protect your PIN code from others; • Avoid the ingestion of alcoholic beverages as they
• Médis • Don’t let strangers distract you from delay the digestion process; Where is the nearest hospital?
• Advance Care your belongings; • Take your time before entering the sea after long Onde é o hospital mais próximo?
• Villas-Boas • Do not carry large amounts of money or values periods of exposure to the sun.
• Allianz in your wallet or bag; • Be aware that the sea at the Carcavelos beach
• Keep your belongings close to you and secure has whirlpools that can be dangerous;
Is there a pharmacy nearby?
EU citizens can use the European Health Insurance them with one hand, if possible; Há uma farmácia aqui perto?
• Avoid going too far from the coast, please respect
Card (EHIC). • Carry your keys preferably in a pocket inside the market swimming areas.
your clothes and not inside your bag/wallet; Call the fire services
More information about this can be found at: Chame os bombeiros
• In case of theft, do not react. Try to memorize
www.ec.europa.eu
the thief’s features and contact security
on campus or call 112. The nearest Police I’ve been in a car accident
Station is here. Eu tive um acidente de carro
I’ve been robbed/mugged
Fui assaltado
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Bank account Portuguese language course
As your student card is issued by Santander bank, a partner of Nova SBE, you may also want to open NOVA University Lisbon runs a Portuguese language and culture course targeting its international
a bank account in the Carcavelos Campus branch, upon your arrival at Nova SBE. students which is offered by FCSH (Nova School of Social Sciences and Humanities), at their Campus
in Central Lisbon and at the Carcavelos Campus.
For international students, Santander now offers to manage the request for the Portuguese
fiscal number (a requirement to open bank accounts in Portugal) on students’ behalf. To check their schedules, duration of courses, prices, etc., visit: www.fcsh.unl.pt
or contact: cursoportugues@fcsh.unl.pt
The Multibanco system (ATM) is widespread and very convenient. With it, you can withdraw up to 200€
a day with your Santander bank card, at any time.
SIM card Useful expressions in portuguese
Most students will want a Portuguese SIM card to stay connected to friends and family, and be able
to make/ receive phone calls without roaming charges.
Good morning My name is… Enjoy your food
Bom dia O meu nome é… Bom apetite
Our Students’ Union can provide you with a SIM card from Yorn (a Portuguese Operator), upon your
arrival, for free.
Good afternoon What time is it? Yes
Most prepaid packages are not very expensive and can start from 10€ a month or even less. Boa tarde Que horas são? Sim
You can check the mobile phone companies below:
Good night/evening Please No
• Vodafone; Boa noite Por favor Não
• MEO;
• NOS. Goodbye I am sorry Who?
Adeus Desculpe Quem?
See you tomorrow I want a coffee What?
Até amanhã Quero um café O quê?
Useful information about Portugal
Thank you Where is Nova SBE? When?
Obrigado (male) Onde é a Nova SBE? Quando?
Obrigada (female)
USEFUL LINKS Do you speak English? Where?
You’re welcome Fala inglês? Onde?
De nada
Visit Portugal: Visit Cascais:
www.visitportugal.com www.visitcascais.com
I don’t understand How?
Congratulations/ Não percebo Como?
Happy birthday
Visit Lisbon: Directory of Libraries in Lisbon Parabéns Can you help me/tell me? Why?
www.visitlisboa.com www.bnportugal.pt Pode ajudar-me/dizer-me? Porquê?
Good luck!
Boa sorte!
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Contacts
Life @ Nova SBE
Email: lifeatnova@novasbe.pt
Telephone: +351 213 822 722
NOTE: This guide does not include academic information and might be subject to changes.
If you have any questions regarding academic mattersplease, contact the appropriate office.
Last updated - NOVA SBE – June 2019
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