Study Computer Science & IT in Portugal from Pakistan
Reference institution: University SEK (Santiago, Chile)
Computer Science & IT is a popular reason students from Pakistan look to Portugal. Whichever university and city you aim for, one thing decides how smoothly you settle in and study: your Portuguese.
University SEK — based in Santiago, Chile — is in our directory, but its public listing doesn't specifically show computer science & it. For a verified overview see the Computer Science & IT in Portugal from Pakistan guide; here we focus on the Portuguese-language pathway, which applies wherever you study.
The Portuguese-language requirement
Many Portuguese-taught programmes ask for around B1–B2 — that maps to DEPLE (B1) or DIPLE (B2) in the CAPLE suite. Some English-taught master's may not require Portuguese for admission, but you'll still need it for daily life, paperwork and part-time work. Confirm the exact requirement with the specific university and programme.
For computer science, software and IT, a solid B1–B2 lets you follow lectures, write assignments and integrate — aim a level above the minimum if you can.
Using a Portuguese degree back in Pakistan
In Pakistan, recognition of a foreign degree goes through Higher Education Commission (HEC) (https://hec.gov.pk). HEC issues attestation/equivalence letters to use a foreign degree in Pakistan.
A common concern for students from Pakistan — "HEC attestation of a foreign degree; recognition for jobs back home" — is worth planning early, alongside the language requirement.
Practise for DEPLE (B1) — honestly
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Thinking about staying after your studies?
If you plan to remain in Portugal after graduating, the language also matters for residency and, later, citizenship. CIPLE (A2) is commonly accepted as the Portuguese-language requirement for citizenship and residency. Portugal's nationality rules changed in 2026, so we don't state a fixed number of residency years — always confirm the current requirement with the relevant Portuguese authority (AIMA / IRN). Pakistan permits dual nationality with a set list of countries — confirm current eligibility with the authority.
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Questions
- Do I need Portuguese to study Computer Science & IT in Portugal?
- Usually yes for Portuguese-taught programmes (around B1–B2). English-taught master's may waive it for admission, but you'll still need Portuguese day-to-day. Confirm with the university.
- Will a Portuguese degree be recognised in Pakistan?
- Recognition of a foreign degree in Pakistan goes through Higher Education Commission (HEC). HEC issues attestation/equivalence letters to use a foreign degree in Pakistan. Confirm the current process on the official site (https://hec.gov.pk).
- Which CAPLE level should I aim for?
- Most higher-education programmes sit around DEPLE (B1) to DIPLE (B2). Regulated fields and professional practice may need more. AlmiPortuguese shows an honest per-skill readiness band, not an official score.