"As I have always been fascinated by journalism and the media, I quickly realized that I wanted to undertake a degree in the field of Communication Sciences. From there, the choice was easy: I researched degrees in Portugal in this subject, listened to opinions, contacted alumni from different universities and, in the end, I realized that Communication and Cultural Sciences at FCH-Católica was the degree that best fit what I wanted to do and that would open more doors for me. The ability to opt for courses from different areas, from journalism to organisational communication, was something that appealed to me from the start. I didn’t want to be constrained by a very rigid curriculum. The degree is also quite balanced between practical and theoretical subjects: it requires both reflection and critical ability, as well as resourcefulness and willingness to apply knowledge. All this adds value to the experience and takes some of the pressure off when we enter the job market, as we will be confident about the skills we have developed.
In addition to the positive outlook of employers regarding UCP, entry into the job market is also facilitated by the Careers Office, which establishes links with relevant companies in this area and helps in the establishment of cooperation protocols. Furthermore, we all feel that lecturers themselves like to keep up to date with projects that students develop outside of university."