Started in the 18th century with Science, Humanities and Arts. The University of Porto was officially designated a university status in 1911. It houses close to around 32,000 students pursuing UG, PG, and doctoral courses across various disciplines. The university also has the highest student population in any of the Portugal universities.University of Porto boasts of its high quality, research oriented educational courses which produces industry ready innovators and entrepreneurs. Considered as one of the most prestigious and renowned universities in Europe, it has 15 schools and 52 research departments spread across its campuses. The university is known for its sports related courses which was also visible in the latest QS world rankings. Its Sports subjects were placed in the 51-100 category list. University of Porto’s diverse, market oriented curriculum has improved its ranking in the graduate employability list. The student associations of university play a pivotal role in putting forward students interest and issues through different clubs and organisations. Rui Rio (Mayor of Porto and a politician), José Fernando Ferreira Mendes (professor and scientist), and Teresa Lago (astrophysicist and professor) are some of the prominent figures of this university.