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Catholic University of Portugal

The Catholic University of Portugal (Portuguese: ''Universidade Católica Portuguesa'', pronounced [univɨɾsiˈðad(ɨ) kɐˈtɔlikɐ puɾtuˈɣezɐ]), also referred to as Católica for short, is a non-state public university based in Lisbon with four campuses: Lisbon, Braga, Porto and Viseu.

Established in 1967 by decree of the Holy See, it is a higher education institution with a humanistic focus. It is a multi-site institution with a clear international vocation, aiming to promote high-quality education and holistic development, leading-edge knowledge and research, and innovation in the service of the common good.

Católica is recognised as one of the best universities in Portugal, with over 20,000 students. The current and 6th Rector is Professor Isabel Capeloa Gil. Provided by Wikipedia