Do you want to get into a higher education degree with confidence?
ANO ZERO ISEP: what you need to know
ANO ZERO is a preparatory course that helps you strengthen your bases, gain confidence, and prepare for National Mathematics A, Physics, and Chemistry A exams, while you live in the academic environment of an engineering school.
During three quarters of the School year (October to June), and about 18 hours per week, it is the ideal way for you to get ready for Higher Education.
What added value will you have with this course?
- Intensive preparation for the National Exams in Mathematics A and (12th year) and Physics and Chemistry A (11th year).
- Possibility to attend Introduction to Informatics, English applied to Engineering and Skills essential for Higher Education.
- Direct contact with ISEP teachers and personalised follow-up.
- Full access to libraries (physical and online), study rooms, canteens and campus support services.
- Real experience of Higher Education, where you develop autonomy, communication, critical thinking and persistence.
- Possibility of equivalence with Introduction to Informatics, if you enter an ISEP degree.
Two models, same goal: to prepare you for your future
Model 1 (50 vacancies ? 2 classes)
For those who finished the 12th year with Mathematics A, and the 11th year in Physics and Chemistry, or a technological/professional course with these disciplines.
Model 2 (25 vacancies ? 1 class)
Thought for those coming from technological/professional courses without Mathematics A and/or Physics and Chemistry A. Includes in-depth reviews and Introduction to Informatics.
The course is taught in Portuguese.
Do you want to apply?
Full information about vacancies, tuition fees, deadlines and the application process is available on the Academic Division page.
Applications 2025/26
Online: Application form
Deadline: 7 to 26 September 2025
Application fee: € 60 (non-refundable)
Results: published until 1 October 2025
Start of classes: 12 October 2025
The course is taught in Portuguese.