University of Algarve Sports Scholarship, Portugal.

Scholarship Description:

Students who are part of the teams of the Academic Association of the University of Algarve (AAUAlg) or who participate in individual tests can achieve the status of Student Athlete and if they have a result of excellence, the UAlg Sports Merit Scholarship.

The University of Algarve (UAlg) offers a variety of sports for students to participate in, both at the intramural and intercollegiate levels. UAlg has a number of sports facilities, including a swimming pool, a gym, a football field, and a tennis court.

Intramural sports are open to all students, regardless of their skill level. There are a variety of intramural sports offered, including basketball, football, volleyball, and table tennis. Intramural sports are a great way to get involved in sports at UAlg and to meet new people.

Intercollegiate sports are more competitive than intramural sports. UAlg competes in the Portuguese Universities Sports Federation (Federação Académica do Desporto Universitário Português; FADUP). UAlg has teams in a variety of sports, including basketball, football, volleyball, and handball. Intercollegiate sports are a great way to represent UAlg and to compete against other universities from Portugal.

Here are some of the most popular sports at the University of Algarve:

• Football: Football is the most popular sport at UAlg. The men's football team has won the Portuguese Universities Football Championship (Campeonato Nacional Universitário de Futebol) five times. The women's football team has won the Portuguese Universities Football Championship twice.
• Basketball: Basketball is another popular sport at UAlg. The men's basketball team has won the Portuguese Universities Basketball Championship (Campeonato Nacional Universitário de Basquetebol) twice. The women's basketball team has won the Portuguese Universities Basketball Championship once.
• Volleyball: Volleyball is a popular sport at UAlg, both for men and women. The men's volleyball team has won the Portuguese Universities Volleyball Championship (Campeonato Nacional Universitário de Voleibol) once. The women's volleyball team has won the Portuguese Universities Volleyball Championship twice.
• Handball: Handball is a popular sport at UAlg, both for men and women. The men's handball team has won the Portuguese Universities Handball Championship (Campeonato Nacional Universitário de Andebol) once. The women's handball team has won the Portuguese Universities Handball Championship twice.

In addition to these sports, UAlg also offers a variety of other sports, including athletics, swimming, tennis, and table tennis. There are also a number of clubs and societies at UAlg that focus on specific sports, such as the mountaineering club and the surf club.

Sports are a great way to stay active and have fun at the University of Algarve. There are a variety of sports to choose from, both at the intramural and intercollegiate levels. UAlg has a number of sports facilities, and there are a variety of clubs and societies that focus on specific sports. If you are looking for a way to get involved in sports at UAlg, there is sure to be something for you.

Degree Level:

University of Algarve Sports Scholarship, Portugal. is available to undertake Undergraduate, Masters level programs at University of Algarve.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• Sports

Scholarship Benefits:

The sports merit award calls for the granting of financial support, in the form of a scholarship, assigned to the payment of a percentage of the annual fee for the Student-Athlete of the UAlg, granted at most during two consecutive academic semesters, subsequent to the date of obtaining results.

Eligible Nationalities:

This scholarship is open to domestic and international students of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria:

National and international university competitions are covered by this regulation, and merit is assessed when the student (s) obtain the results below:

• University Champion title
• Second or third place in the National University Championship
• Qualification to more demanding competitive levels, within the scope of the European University Championships, EUSA - European Universities Games, Universiads and World University Championships, representing UAlg or Portugal
• First, second or third place in the competitions mentioned in the previous paragraph, representing UAlg or Portugal

Application Procedure:

The awarding of the scholarship does not require an application.

Scholarship Awarding

The scholarship will be given at the beginning of each school year in a public ceremony.

Overall, the University of Algarve offers a well-rounded sports and recreational experience that complements its academic offerings. Engaging in sports and physical activities not only contributes to students' overall well-being but also fosters a sense of community and provides a break from their academic routines.