The Instituto Superior Técnico is the largest and most prestigious school of engineering, science, architecture and technology in Portugal, and a public institution of the University of Lisbon, founded in 1911. Located across three campuses in the Lisbon metropolitan area, IST offers high-quality undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes while actively promoting research, development and innovation at international standards. It is recognised for its strong contribution to science and society, its engagement in global academic networks, and its role in educating highly qualified professionals in diverse technical fields.
Maturity Mapping status (Phase 1)
A promising mid‑range pilot with strong foundations in Strategy, Working Conditions, and Career Pathways. Emerging interoperability practices and a clear institutional orientation toward reform position IST for rapid progress, particularly as a model for STEM‑focused institutions.
Main challenges for future improvement
- Develop assessment reform aligned with CoARA principle
- introduce stability‑enhancing mechanisms (e.g., transparent progression criteria)
- consolidate its career pathway models for wider application across the consortium.
Results of the first analysis for IST
Method: Self-assessment at the starting stage of the project. Maturity mapping and gap analysis according to 8 Action Areas.
Overall maturity score of the institution: 1.00 (on a scale 0-4)
Strengths:
- Strong foundations in Strategy and Working Conditions.
- Well-developed Career Pathways and emerging Interoperability practices.
Weaknesses:
- Gaps in Stability, suggesting limited long-term institutional mechanisms for research careers.
- Assessment requires further development to reach systemic implementation.
IST can progress quickly with targeted support in assessment reform and stability mechanisms. It offers valuable experience for STEM-focused institutions facing similar challenges.