Since 2006, Political Science has been available as an optional subject in the 12th year of secondary education in Portugal, although its availability depends on each school’s educational project.

The essential learning outcomes for the subject, as well as their articulation with the Profile of Students Leaving Compulsory Education, can be consulted on the website of the Directorate-General for Education. Click here to view.

The subject of Citizenship and Development, taught in basic and secondary education, also includes core Political Science content, including Human Rights, Democracy and Political Institutions, and Sustainable Development.

The essential learning outcomes for Citizenship and Development, as well as their articulation with the Profile of Students Leaving Compulsory Education, can be consulted on the website of the Directorate-General for Education. Click here to view.