Faculty of Arts

As an academic space, public access is mostly limited to events, conferences, or cultural activities.

Monday to Friday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

The Faculty houses departments in areas such as History, Philosophy, Languages, Literature, European Studies, Journalism, and Archaeology, among others. It also has a specialized library and several nationally and internationally recognized research centers.

Regularly, colloquia, congresses, exhibitions, and events open to the community are organized, contributing to the dissemination of knowledge and interaction with the public.

The Faculty of Arts stands out for the richness of its cultural legacy and the breadth of its fields of study, serving as a meeting point between tradition and innovation in higher education.

With origins linked to the re-establishment of the University in Coimbra in the 16th century, the humanities have always played a central role at the institution. The current Faculty of Arts was formally established in 1911, as part of the reorganization of higher education after the implementation of the Republic. Throughout the 20th century, it consolidated itself as a privileged space for reflection on Portuguese cultural identity and the formation of prominent thinkers, writers, and researchers. Its influence extends far beyond academic borders, contributing to the cultural enrichment of the country.