2nd phase - Access to Higher Education - 2026-2027
Welcome to NOVA IMS!
University life significantly shapes a graduate's future, fostering dedication to study, research ability, work ethic, innovation, and the bonds of friendship and solidarity among colleagues.
We know that at this time, doubts arise about this new stage, so NOVA IMS has prepared a program to welcome you and answer all your questions!
Enrollment process and start of the academic year
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Enrollment
Registration from October 1st to October 3rd, 2026.
Registration must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, October 3rd, 2026.
You can register remotely or in person:
- Remotely: it's simple and quick. You'll need to log on to the NOVA IMS netP@ platform, where you'll be enrolling, and follow the instructions in the 2026 Enrollment Guide. This portal allows students to consult their academic situation in real time.
- In person: at the Academic Services at NOVA IMS, between 9:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
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netP@ access data
Your netP@ platform access data is as follows:
- User = Student Number;
- Password = The same with which you access the DGES application platform.
a) Prepare the following documents to upload to the registration platform:
- Required: photo (passport size - head photo only);
- Mandatory for applicants admitted as minors: if the applicant is a minor, upload this declaration, duly signed and completed by your parent or guardian.
b) Check in netP@, "Consultation Area", menu "My Curricular Units", in which practical classes you are enrolled.
Your enrollment will only be complete after the payment of the registration (35€) and school insurance (€3), until October 3rd, 2026 (after enrollment, go to the menu "financial situation" in netP@ to obtain the bank references).
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Registrations costs
When you finish your netP@ registration, go to the "financial situation" menu, submenu "payments" to make the payment by MULTIBANCO Reference or MBWay. You can see here how you can make your payments through netP@.
At registration, students must make the following payments:
- €35 - related to the registration fee (annual);
- €3 - related to the annual school insurance.
You should contact the Academic Services department for any questions related to your enrollment through the contact form available here. You can check the opening hours of the services here.
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Start of the academic year
Classes are held in person and started on September 7th. You can check your timetable on each bachelor's page:
FAQ
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When do classes start?
Classes are held in person and started on September 7th. You can check your timetable on your program's page.
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Are the classes presential?
Yes, classes are mandatorily in person. You should go to the classroom indicated on the timetable.
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What can I access on the @NOVA IMS app?
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How do the student support services work (Academic Services, IT Services, Financial Services, Erasmus Office, and Student Support Office)?
All NOVA IMS services will be available in person. The schedules are available here.
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Which academic platforms does NOVA IMS use?
To manage the academic life of students, NOVA IMS uses the following platforms:
- netP@ - carrying out the registration and enrolment to the curricular units, consulting the curricular units' programs, viewing the curricular units' partial and final classifications, checking the student's financial situation, requesting documents from Academic Services, etc.;
- Moodle – presents each course unit's learning materials, displays information about the classes, shares the links to the distance classes videoconferences, students' submit work for evaluation, create working groups, etc.;
- Webmail – all NOVA IMS communications will be sent to your institutional e-mail (2026.... @novaims.unl.pt). You should access this account regularly, or if you prefer, forward it to another e-mail account that you access more frequently.
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How can I access the NOVA IMS wi-fi network?
Information about access to the NOVA IMS wi-fi network is available here.
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How can I communicate in a non-presential way with the NOVA IMS Academic Services?
Digitally, through the form available at https://support.novaims.unl.pt/, or by phone: +351 213828610.
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I was admitted with a score higher than 18 points. How should I proceed?
If you have been admitted with an entrance score higher than 18 points, please do not make any payments other than the registration fee and school insurance. Scholarships will be processed by the Academic Services as soon as possible.