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Study at PUC-Rio

THE UNIVERSITY

Recognized worldwide as one of the most important research centers in the country, the Pontif�cia Universidade Cat�lica do Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio) was founded in 1941 with the intent of developing knowledge based on humanistic values. The university now has 19,000 students who come from a variety of religious, ethnic and social backgrounds.

Academic centers and courses:

Center for Theology and Human Sciences (CTCH):

Arts and Design (Product Develpment, Digital Media and Fashion), Education, Language and Literature (Modern Languages, Literature, Linguistics, Translation and Creative Writing, Theater), Pedagogy, Philosophy, Psychology and Theology;

Center for Social Sciences (CCS):

Business, Economics, Law, Communications (Journalism, Publicity and Cinema), Geography and Environment, History, Social Service, Sociology and International Relations;

Center for Science and Technology (CTC):

Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering (Chemical, Petroleum, Control and Automation, Civil, Material and Metallurgy, Environmental, Computer, Electrical, and Mechanical

Center for Biology and Medicine (CCBM):

Graduate courses held at specialized off-campus clinics.

Interdisciplinary courses:

Architecture and Urban Studies, Environmental Engineering, and independent research institutes and projects, such as the Center for Telecommunications Studies (CETUC), Business School (IAG) and the Genesis Institute (Entrepreneurship Center and Trainee Program).

International Programs

Study in English at PUC-Rio

International students now have the opportunity to take courses in English at PUC-Rio and learn Portuguese!

The courses taught in English have a content based on Brazilian and Latin American aspects, such as: culture, literature, business, design, civilization and history, among others. Along with the courses in English, international students must attend Portuguese as a Second Language.

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PORTUGUESE AS A SECOND LANGUAGE AT PUC-RIO

All courses (except modern languages) are taught in Portuguese. In addition to Portuguese, which is mandatory, international students can enroll in the wide range of courses offered by PUC-Rio departments. Because language proficiency varies among international students, PUC-Rio offers 5 levels of Portuguese during the semester.

Level I � Beginner:: 90h / term; 6h / week � 6 credits

Level II � Intermediate I ::90h / term; 6h / week - 6 credits

Level III � Intermediate II ::90h /term; 6h / week - 6 credits

Level IV � Advanced I ::60h / term; 4h / week - 4 credits

Level V � Advanced II ::60h / term; 4h / week - 4 credits

Intensive Pre-Term Course

This program offers the international student the opportunity to learn, develop and experience the Brazilian language and culture before the beginning of the semester so as to be better skilled to attend regular classes.

Offered twice a year in January/ February or July.

Placement test can be taken online or, in some cases, on the first day of class.

Customized Programs

One more option for an international program

Developed to attend the specific needs of the international institution

Portuguese classes + Special Lectures

The special lecture topics may include:

Brazilian, South American and / or Latin American Culture, Economics, Sociology, Politics, Natural Resources and Environment, among many others.

The custom-made programs are organized under the supervision of a faculty member. The content may vary according to the demand of the international institution and can be presented in English. Along with the academic sessions, extra activities such as city tours and cultural visits can be organized.

Calendar

The program can vary in length between one week and one month.

� January / February

�July

Special services and activities offered to all international students.

� Welcome reception at the airport;

� Arrival orientation;

� City tour;

� Online Portuguese placement test and online enrollment;

� Academic and personal assistance offered throughout the year;

� Cultural adaptation class in order to assist with an easier transition;

� Host family placement;

� Cell phone rental service;

� Volunteer work;

� Monthly get-together party;

� Emergency number available 24/7;

� Safety plan;

� Assistance with Federal Police registration (required for international students);

� Closing ceremony.

Deadlines for submitting the application form:

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Contact

PUC-RIO � International Programs Central Coordination Office Linda Cristina Sousa Incoming Student Coordinator Rua Marqu�s de S�o Vicente, 225 - Edif�cio Padre Leonel Franca - 8^o andar CEP 22453-900 - Rio de Janeiro - BRAZIL Tel: (55 21) 3527 1578 ::Fax: (5521) 3527 1094

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