The academic year began in ESAD with the reception of Erasmus students. There are about 80 students from 14 different countries, mostly from Spain, who will attend ESAD during the academic year 2011/2012, under the program of international mobility.

The reception included a visit to the main sights of the city of Matosinhos, with the support of the Municipality. The event also in collaboration with the Erasmus Students Network.