What Virtual Campus does

Virtual Campus is a private software development, consulting, and training company based in Maia, Portugal, with an estimated 1-10 employees and a founding year recorded as 2014. It specializes in Technology Enhanced Learning for universities, vocational and training institutions, SMEs, businesses, trainees, professionals, and public or nonprofit consortium partners.

Its core work includes installing, hosting, and customizing e-learning platforms; designing MOOCs, courses, and multimedia content; developing serious games and mobile applications for Android, iOS, Windows, and web environments; and providing simulations, video lectures, animations, help-desk support, and project management. Named offerings include Skills4Smart Online Academy, B.Kind, the DeSTRESS Digital Training Platform, the iDO dementia-care MOOC, SHOEMAN footwear-management training, and the SciLed educational package.

Virtual Campus primarily generates revenue through professional services and project contracts rather than disclosed product pricing or subscription metrics. Its go-to-market combines direct sales to universities and SMEs, web-accessible learning platforms and MOOCs, and participation in EU-funded project consortia as a lead or partner; it also supports funding applications, coordination, monitoring, accreditation, and certification. Pricing, customer counts, revenue, and recurring-revenue mix are not publicly disclosed.

Name

Virtual Campus

Legal name

Virtual Campus LDA

Website

https://virtual-campus.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Virtual Campus is a Portugal-based software development and consulting firm that creates and hosts e-learning platforms, multimedia courses, serious games, and mobile applications for universities, vocational institutions, SMEs, and professionals, including EU-funded education projects.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Educational Technology Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Services (611), Computer Training (61142)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371), Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

Virtual Classroom Platforms (Synchronous Teaching Environments) (EDAFABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Simulation-Based Learning & Virtual Labs (EDAGAEAG), Virtual CTE & Career Pathways Programs (K–12) (EDAJADAL)

Keywords

• E-learning development
• Serious games design
• Mobile learning apps
• MOOC platforms
• EU project management

Headquarters

HQ city

Porto

HQ country

Portugal

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. E-Learning Services: Installing, hosting and customizing e-learning platforms for Universities and SMEs; designing and organizing e-learning courses and MOOCs; designing and developing multimedia learning contents; providing 24/7 help-desk services for trainers, teachers and students
2. Serious Games and Mobile Apps Development: Design and development of serious games; design and development of mobile apps; design and development of new e-learning tools
3. Project Management Services: Project financing through National and European programmes; designing applications for European and National funding; project coordination and management; certification and accreditation procedures

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Virtual Campus is a software development, consulting, and training firm that designs, hosts, and customizes e-learning platforms and MOOCs for universities and SMEs, develops serious games and mobile applications for education and training, creates multimedia learning content (video-lectures, animations, simulations), and manages EU-funded educational technology projects for European and national consortia.

Product overview

Virtual Campus offers a portfolio of digital learning products across three categories: Games and Apps, Learning Content, and Learning Platforms. The portfolio includes Skills4Smart Online Academy (a MOOC for footwear sector managers), B.Kind (mindfulness mobile app), DeSTRESS Digital Training Platform (game-based stress training), Training on Dementia for Direct Care Workers (iDO MOOC), Efficient and Innovative Footwear Industry (SHOEMAN MOOC), SciLed Educational Package (modular footwear sector courses), and Tied Shoe (online courses for footwear industry). Products span mobile, web, and desktop platforms targeting diverse audiences including students, adults, seniors, trainees, and teenagers. Core offerings also include Serious Games development, E-learning/E-training services, Mobile Development, and Project Management for EU-funded educational technology projects.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Skills4Smart Online Academy MOOC platform designed to improve knowledge and skills of managers in the footwear sector and related areas, addressing textile and clothing manager competencies, innovation management, leather processes development, standardization, quality control, environmental impact, health and safety. Targeted at footwear sector managers.
• B.Kind Mindfulness mobile application containing practices in Portuguese from main Mindfulness-based programmes (MBCT, MBSR, and MSC), plus small mindfulness practices for informal daily moments. Targeted at Portuguese-speaking adults seeking wellbeing tools.
• DeSTRESS Digital Training Platform Game-based digital training platform for facilitators to simulate different scenarios about workplace stress, featuring experiential learning scenarios and a transnational online community for facilitators. Targeted at training facilitators and HR professionals.
• Training on Dementia for Direct Care Workers iDO MOOC providing multimedia, interactive, and textual training contents for direct care workers, developed with input from care workers, people with dementia, and family carers. Available in English, Italian, Portuguese, Swedish, and Latvian. Targeted at direct care workers in the dementia care sector.
• Efficient and Innovative Footwear Industry (SHOEMAN MOOC) SHOEMAN MOOC focused on improving knowledge and skills of footwear company managers, with emphasis on quality management, innovation, and relations with education and research organisations. Targeted at footwear industry managers and entrepreneurs.
• SciLed Educational Package Modular educational package structured as e-learning courses including a website with online material, virtual Fab-Lab Videos, and reports with guidelines and best practices for footwear design, product development, and manufacturing. Targeted at footwear sector professionals and trainees.
• Tied Shoe Online courses for the Footwear Industry covering technical areas (Design and Materials) and business-oriented topics (Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Internationalization). Targeted at vocational trainees, university students, company staff, and entrepreneurs in the footwear sector.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

32 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Nablus University for Vocational and Technical Education (NUVTE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPalestinian vocational university focused on technical and professional education, promoting practical skills development aligned with labour market and industry needs.
• Matej Bel University (UMB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSlovak public university with a strong focus on educational innovation and digital transformation.
• OSTIM Technical UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTurkish technical university closely connected to one of the country's largest industrial clusters, combining academic excellence with strong industry collaboration.
• Universidade Portucalense Infante D. Henrique (UPT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPortuguese higher education institution recognised for its research in information technologies, educational innovation, and digital learning.
• Higher Institute of Biotechnology of Sidi ThabetcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHigher education institution specialised in biotechnology and life sciences, focused on applied research, bioresource valorization, and bioactive compound extraction.
• National Agronomic Institute of Tunisia (INAT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTunisia's leading higher education and research institution in agricultural sciences, conducting applied research in sustainable agriculture and food production.
• An-Najah National UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPalestinian university recognised for its strong research and innovation capacity in agriculture, food science, engineering, and sustainability.
• University of SalernocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerItalian university with interdisciplinary research focus, especially in agrifood, food technology, sustainability and regional innovation.
• Ege UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of Turkey's leading universities, recognised for its excellence in scientific research, technological innovation, and international cooperation.
• Agency for VET and Adult Education (AVETAE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational authority responsible for vocational education and training and lifelong learning in Kosovo through the VET system.
• Kosovo Chamber of Hospitality and Tourism (OHT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupports sector development, professional skills enhancement, and cooperation between businesses and training providers.
• Institute for Economic, Political and Social Studies (ISEPS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKosovo-based research institute specialized in Economic, political and social studies, focused in policy research and stakeholder engagement.
• Kolegji UniversumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKosovo higher education institution focused on employability, entrepreneurship and innovation, with strong business links and international education initiatives.
• Consorzio per la Cooperazione e la Solidarietà (CO&SO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerItalian consortium of social economy organisations specialised in European projects, social innovation, local development, SME support, and VET.
• Sicily Digital SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational institution specialised in digital education, innovation and lifelong learning, offering training in digital technologies, languages, and teacher education.
• 4th EPAL KavalascoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGreek vocational secondary school providing both general and technical education through classroom-based and laboratory learning.
• Institute for the Promotion of Development and Training (INFODEF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrivate R&D center that designs innovative tools, methods, and services to tackle social challenges and drive future-focused change.
• Etudes et Chantiers Corsica ILE (ECC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerECC promotes the inclusion of unemployed individuals by enhancing their skills in territorial protection and management to ensure employability.
• Advanced Technology Systems (ATS)coreTechnology or IntegrationATS offers user-friendly online payment and complaint tools with advanced technology and security, ensuring reliable and secure digital transactions.
• Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNITEN is a leading global energy university advancing knowledge through research and innovation to shape a sustainable future for society.
• ISRA UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIsra Islamic Foundation is a non-profit that promotes quality education, research, and ethics to produce skilled, responsible graduates for society.
• Foundation of Advancement of Science and Technology (FAST)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFAST pioneered Pakistan's IT industry with its first Computer Science undergrad program and now leads in computer and engineering education nationwide.
• Eco Asia Environmental UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounded in 2000, the university trains and implements projects on environmental management, working closely with research institutes and NGOs in Mongolia.
• School of Agroecology & Business of the Mongolian University of Life SciencescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEstablished in 1958, the School aims to be a world-class business school in life sciences and the environment and a regional leader in several key fields.
• University of TurincoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe University of Turin was founded in 1404 and is nowadays one of the most prestigious universities in Italy with vast programs and research areas.
• Agricultural University of AthenscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounded in 1920, AUA is Greece's third oldest university, training skilled, autonomous farmers for all stages of agricultural development.
• "Stefan cel Mare" University of SuceavacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUSV is a public university offering diverse programs and research in economics, tech, engineering, sciences, humanities, and health fields.
• Chamber of Commerce and industry of Republic of SrpskacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Chamber is a non-profit, independent business organization uniting companies and associations across the Republic of Srpska's territory.
• Alpina-Bromy d.o.o.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlpina-Bromy d.o.o. is from Bosnia and Herzegovina and does business in the Manufacture of footwear sector.
• JU Mjesovita Srednja Skola TesanjcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTešanj Mixed Secondary School aims to be a modern, tech-equipped school with up-to-date teaching methods and skilled, pedagogically trained educators.
• PFI GermanycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFor over 65 years, PFI has combined research, testing, certification, and tailored training to deliver expert services in diverse industries.
• New Bulgarian UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNew Bulgarian University is an autonomous liberal education institution dedicated to advancing university education by offering accessible, affordable, interdisciplinary education.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• European Schoolnet: Brussels-based not-for-profit network of European education ministries focused on digital transformation of schools. A larger, more established counterpart in EU education technology with broader institutional reach.
• Docebo: Publicly listed AI-powered LMS provider serving enterprise customers globally. Represents the broader incumbent LMS/e-learning platform category that Virtual Campus custom-builds bespoke alternatives against.
• INTRASOFT International: Luxembourg-headquartered IT services firm providing solutions and consulting for EU institutions. Comparable EU institutional consulting model but at significantly larger scale across multiple verticals.

Direct peers

• CO&SO – Consorzio per la Cooperazione e la Solidarietà: Italian consortium of social economy organisations specialised in European projects, social innovation, SME support, and VET. Documented Virtual Campus partner with identical EU project management and EdTech consortium business model.
• INFODEF: Spanish private R&D center that designs innovative tools, methods, and services for EU-funded projects. Documented Virtual Campus partner operating the same EU-consortium-based EdTech consulting model with comparable scale.
• Tremend Software Consulting: Romanian software services firm of comparable size providing custom software development and digital transformation services. Comparable in team size, geographic origin (EU) and services profile.
• Etudes et Chantiers Corsica ILE (ECC): French/European organisation delivering EU-funded training and inclusion projects. Documented Virtual Campus partner operating a similar EU-consortium-based professional services model.
• Knowledge Innovation Centre: Malta-based consultancy specialised in EU-funded projects, policy research, education, and digital innovation. Directly comparable in size, sector focus, and EU project consortium GTM.

Emerging players

• Easygenerator: Dutch-headquartered e-learning authoring tool provider. Comparable EU origin and SMB/mid-market customer focus, but competes via self-serve SaaS rather than bespoke TEL development.
• isEazy: Spanish e-learning authoring and digital training platform provider. Comparable Iberian-EU e-learning focus and SMB customer base but product-oriented (SaaS) rather than project-consulting.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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