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Program Details - PUC-Rio - Pontificia Universiade Catolica do Rio de Janeiro - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Primary Mailing Address

ATTN: Linda Sousa
Address: Rua Marques de Sao Vicente, 225 Ed. Pe. Leonel Franca, 8o andar - Gavea
City / Province: Rio de Janeiro
Postal Code 22 453-900
Country: Brazil

Primary Contact Information

Phone: ++ 55 21 35271577
Fax: ++ 55 21 35271094
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General Program Information

THE UNIVERSITY


Pontificia Universidade Catolica do Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio)


Only a select group of people has the opportunity to study at PUC-Rio, one of the top five universities in Brazil.


DISCOVER WHY YOU SHOULD STUDY HERE

Prestigious UNIVERSITY


Research CENTER


Complete INFRASTRUCTURE


Outstanding CAMPUS


Strategic LOCATION


Recognized worldwide as one of the most important doctoral research centers in the country, the Pontificia Universidade Catolica do Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio) was founded in 1940 with the objective of developing knowledge based on humanistic values. The university now has 20,000 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 Development, Digital Media and Fashion), Education, Language and Literature (Modern Languages, Literature, Linguistics, Translation, Creative Writing, Performing Arts), 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, Materials and Metallurgy, Environmental, Computer, Electrical, Mechanical and Production)


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).


All departments offer:

Undergraduate courses: Bachelor�s degree

Graduate courses: Master�s and Doctorate*


Many continuing education courses are available as well.

(*Doctorate except: Geography and Social Communication)


The International Programs Central Coordination Office


The International Programs is responsible for agreements of international cooperation that permit the exchange of graduate and undergraduate students, scientific publications, joint research and exchange of faculty and researchers.


Student Exchange Programs


PROGRAM

Period of study

Caracteristics

International Students

International Student Exchange

1 or 2 semesters

with credits


Double Degree

1,5 to 2 years

with credits + degree


Pre-term Portuguese as a Second Language course

1 month

language program only


Customized

1 to 4 weeks

various programs



Portuguese As A Second Language At Puc-Rio


The majority of 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 Courses


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.


Offered twice a year in January / February and July

The placement test can be taken online or, in some cases, on the first day of classes.


Classes for all levels are available!



Study in English at PUC-Rio


COURSES IN ENGLISH + PORTUGUESE AS A SECOND LANGUAGE


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.


Candidates must follow the regular application procedures presented at www.puc-rio.br/ccci, indication the intention to attend classes in English.


List of courses available at:


www.puc-rio.br/ensinopesq/ccci/estconv.html


Duration

1 or 2 academic semesters.


Application Procedures and Deadlines

Applicants must send the complete application form and other requested documents as indicated at:

www.puc-rio.br/ensinopesq/ccci/forms-hp.html.


Customized Programs


One more option for an international program, developed to attend specific needs of the international institutions. Generally composed of 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, preferably in January / February or July (other periods are also negotiable).



University Enrollment

Exchange students (students enrolled in institutions that have an exchange agreement with PUC-Rio);


Special students (students enrolled in institutions with no formal agreements with PUC-Rio).


ACADEMIC CALENDAR:

1st semester: from February / March to mid-July.

2nd semester: from August to mid-December.


The international student can study at PUC-Rio for one or two semesters.


DEADLINES FOR SUBMMTTING APPLICATIONS:


May 15th (Exchange program will begin in July / August);


October 15th (Exchange program will begin between February and March).


Contact information:

incoming-ccci@puc-rio.br

+55-21-3527 1577

+55-21- 3527 1094 (fax)



More information available at HYPERLINK "http://www.puc-rio.br/ccci" http://www.puc-rio.br/ccci





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