Universidade Politécnica

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1) Overview

2) 2. General Information

3) 3. Fee Structure

4) 4. Academic Structure

5) 5. Key Features

6) 6. Campus Facilities

7) 7. Contact Information

Overview

Universidade Politécnica is a private higher education institution in Mozambique, established in 2002 with campuses in Maputo and Beira. As one of the country’s leading polytechnic universities, it specializes in applied sciences, technology, and professional education, offering career-oriented programs designed to meet Mozambique’s growing demand for skilled technical professionals.

The university distinguishes itself through its strong industry partnerships, hands-on training approach, and modern technical facilities. With instruction available in Portuguese and English, Universidade Politécnica attracts students seeking practical, employment-focused education in engineering, business, and information technology.

2. General Information

Name	Universidade Politécnica
Established	2002
Type	Private Polytechnic University
Location	Main Campus: Maputo, Secondary Campus: Beira
Website	www.up.ac.mz
Students	~5,000
Academic Staff	~250

3. Fee Structure

Program	Tuition (MZN)	Tuition (USD)
Undergraduate Degrees	50,000-80,000	800-1,300
Engineering Programs	70,000-90,000	1,100-1,500
Business & IT Programs	60,000-80,000	1,000-1,300
Professional Certificates	30,000-50,000	500-800
Master’s Programs	80,000-120,000	1,300-2,000

4. Academic Structure

School of Engineering and Technology
School of Business and Management
School of Information and Communication Technologies
School of Health Sciences
School of Architecture and Design
Professional Training Center
Entrepreneurship Development Unit

5. Key Features

Mozambique’s leading polytechnic institution
Strong emphasis on practical, hands-on learning
Industry-aligned curriculum with mandatory internships
Modern workshops and laboratories
Partnerships with 100+ local companies
Career-focused professional certificates
Flexible evening and weekend programs

6. Campus Facilities

Engineering workshops and fabrication labs
Computer labs with industry-standard software
Business simulation center
Health sciences training facilities
Architecture design studios
Innovation and prototyping lab
Career services center

7. Contact Information

Email: info@up.ac.mz
Phone: +258 21 123 456 (Maputo)
Address: Av. 25 de Setembro 1234, Maputo, Mozambique