SkillCamp courses are short and intensive. A typical 12-week course requires 12–15 hours per week of live classes, workshops, and independent study. Learners are expected to attend all sessions, participate actively, and complete short assignments or projects. A positive mindset and a curiosity to learn is key to successfully complete our Skills Bootcamps.

It's important to note that you're expected to spend a number of hours outside of teaching on independent study to support your learning. Your lecturers/tutor will support you with reading activities to do during your independent study.

EuroPolytech SkillCamps are designed to be inclusive and accessible to motivated learners from around the world. Eligibility requirements may differ slightly depending on the specific course, but in general applicants should:

✔️ Be aged 18 or above.

✔️ Have an acceptable level of English (as all teaching is delivered in English). Please check the entry requirement section for further details.

✔️ Be able to live, study, or travel in Portugal for the chosen programme duration (up to 12 weeks).

✔️ Be committed to active participation in projects, workshops, assessments and extra-curricular activities.

✔️ Provide the required personal information and agree to share updates on learning and career progress after completion.

There are no restrictions based on nationality or prior bootcamp participation. Whether you are a student seeking university pathways, a professional upgrading your skills, or an international learner looking for a short, intensive study experience in Europe, you are welcome to apply.

📌 Note: If you are from a country that requires a visa to enter Portugal, you will need to apply for the appropriate visa before travelling (Please check the international student visa requirement section). Our admissions team can provide supporting documents (e.g., enrolment letters) to help with your application.

If you require a visa to attend EuroPolytech SkillCamp in Portugal, here’s how the process works:

• An official enrolment confirmation letter with your course details (duration, dates, and location).

• A supporting letter confirming your study purpose and attendance.

• Guidance on the type of visa you need (Short-Stay Schengen Visa C).

• Contact details of EuroPolytech in Portugal to include in your application.

📌 What You Need To Do

• Apply for the visa at the nearest Portuguese Embassy or Consulate in your country.

• Provide the required personal documents (passport, application form, photos, financial proof, travel insurance, etc.).

• Submit the enrolment confirmation and support letter from EuroPolytech with your visa application.

• Pay the visa application fee and attend an appointment if required.

💡 Tip: We recommend starting your visa application as soon as you receive your EuroPolytech confirmation, since processing times vary between countries.

Completing a EuroPolytech SkillCamp is just the beginning of your journey. Our support continues even after the course ends to ensure you can put your new skills into practice:

• 🤝 Career Support: You’ll have access to guidance on updating your CV, preparing for interviews, and exploring further study or career opportunities.

• 🌍 Alumni Network: Join our EuroPolytech SkillCamp Alumni LinkedIn group, where you can connect with fellow learners worldwide, share opportunities, and celebrate achievements.

• 📰 Stay Connected: Receive our monthly newsletter with insights, networking opportunities, and announcements about new courses and events.

• 📈 Pathways Forward: Many of our learners use SkillCamps as a stepping stone to higher-level EuroPolytech qualifications (Levels 3–7) or as preparation for university admission in the UK and Europe.

• 🗣️ Ongoing Engagement: We encourage all participants to keep in touch and share how their SkillCamp experience has contributed to their personal, academic, or career growth.

At EuroPolytech, a SkillCamp is more than a short course, it’s a launchpad for your next opportunity.

• Learners must be 18 years of age or older at the start of the course.

• Learners are expected to have completed secondary education (GCSE level or equivalent) to demonstrate readiness for Level 3 study.

• Applicants without formal qualifications may be accepted based on relevant work experience or prior learning, subject to review by EuroPolytech’s admissions team.

As all SkillCamp courses are taught in English, learners must demonstrate sufficient language proficiency.
This can be shown through:

• An existing English qualification (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, or school-level certificate), or
• Successful completion of EuroPolytech’s internal English assessment prior to enrolment.

Additional Information

EuroPolytech is committed to equal opportunity and welcomes applications from diverse educational backgrounds. Admission decisions are made holistically, taking into account prior learning, motivation, and the ability to succeed in a British-style learning environment.

All certificates are issued directly by the UK awarding body (for example, OTHM) and are fully verifiable.

• Learners normally receive a digital certificate at no additional cost, which can be verified online.

• If a learner requires a hard copy certificate, EuroPolytech can request one from the awarding body on the learner’s behalf. An additional fee (around 40€, depending on the awarding body) will apply.

• Each awarding organisation (OTHM, CMI, BCS, etc.) has its own rules on certification, so students are advised to enquire at the time of enrolment to confirm the details.

We follow a British vocational approach: interactive workshops, real-world projects, group collaboration, and practical assignments. Classes are delivered in English and designed to give you job-ready skills.

Yes, learners are expected to have a personal laptop with internet access. Specialist courses such as Fashion/Textiles or Engineering may require additional materials, which will be communicated before the course begins.

EuroPolytech occasionally offers early-bird discounts or bundle packages (e.g., two SkillCamp courses booked together at a reduced price). Scholarships may become available through local partnerships.

Yes. SkillCamp courses are mapped to OTHM Levels 3 and 4 Diplomas, which serve as entry routes to Level 5–6 Diplomas, Level 6/ Bachelor's top-up degrees, and postgraduate study (Levels 7) university top-up degree. Find out more about UK educational levels here

SkillCamp classes are kept small (12–18 learners) to ensure personalised attention, active participation, and close guidance from faculty.

Non-EU students who enter Portugal on a short-stay visa (up to 12 weeks) can complete their OTHM qualification through a blended study model.

During the on-campus period (up to 12 weeks), learners complete an intensive study phase at EuroPolytech, which may include:

• Induction and academic skills preparation

• Tutor-led teaching sessions and workshops

• Work on selected units and assessments

• Assignment planning and feedback

After the 12-week on-campus period has elapsed, learners continue and complete the remaining parts of their qualification remotely, through:

• Online learning and tutor support

• Submission of assignments via the virtual learning environment

• Ongoing academic guidance and feedback

The final qualification is awarded only after all required units and assessments are successfully completed and externally verified by OTHM, in line with UK regulatory requirements.

⚠️Important to note:

• The on-campus phase forms part of the qualification, but full completion may take longer than 12 weeks.

• Certification is issued after full academic completion, not at the end of the on-campus period.

• This blended model is compliant with OTHM delivery guidelines and designed to support international learners with short-stay visa limitations.

If you are unsure whether this model is suitable for your situation, our admissions team will be happy to provide personalised guidance.

The 12-week SkillCamp functions as an intensive academic and skills foundation phase. During this period, students are:

• Introduced to the core units and key concepts of the qualification

• Guided through lectures, interactive workshops, and applied projects

• Trained on assignment expectations, academic writing, and assessment criteria

• Supported to build the confidence and structure needed to progress independently

By the end of the 12 weeks, students are fully on track: they understand the subject content, the assessment requirements, and the standards expected by a UK awarding body, placing them in a strong position to successfully complete their assignments.