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UFJF Exchange Program Announcement Offers Opportunities in 16 Countries for Undergraduate Students
The Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF) has just announced the call for applications for the Undergraduate Exchange Program (Piigrad) for 2025. There will be 158 vacancies offered at 72 institutions in 16 countries, with applications open until November 19th on the Siga portal. UFJF has also launched two e-books with reports from exchange students, providing a detailed overview of the experiences of UFJF exchange programs and studying abroad.
UFJF students, regularly enrolled and with at least 20% of the course load completed, can participate in the process. The minimum requirement is an Academic Performance Index (API) of 60.. Therefore, interested parties must meet the specific requirements established by the foreign institution of choice and present a certificate of proficiency in a foreign language, with a minimum level of B1, in English, French, Spanish, Italian or German. It is worth noting that this requirement does not apply to candidates who choose Portugal, but other universities may request a proficiency level higher than B1, according to the notice.
An opportunity to enrich your CV and experience new cultures
The UFJF Exchange Program aims to provide students with the opportunity to expand their academic and cultural knowledge. Experiencing education in another country is not only a way to improve professional training, but also to immerse themselves in new realities and improve linguistic and social skills. With this initiative, UFJF reinforces its commitment to expanding the reach of its students, allowing them to develop a more comprehensive and global vision of knowledge..
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Participating in a university exchange program can make a difference on your resume, helping students stand out in the job market. However, it is an opportunity for networking and exchanging experiences that directly impacts the academic and personal development of exchange students. To support this journey, UFJF has released two e-books, full of stories from students who have already participated in the program, detailing their experiences abroad and the challenges they faced.
Courses available for UFJF Exchange (158 vacancies in 16 countries)
The program offers a wide variety of courses and partner institutions. Below are some of the courses available for exchange:
- Business Administration
- Architecture and Urbanism
- biological Sciences
- Computer Science
- Social Communication
- Right
- Economy
- PE
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Farmácia
- Physics
- Letters
- Medicine
- Psychology
- Chemistry
This diversity of options allows students from various academic areas find opportunities aligned with their areas of study, in prestigious institutions around the world.
How the selection process works
The selection process for the exchange program is divided into two stages. The first stage, which is eliminatory and classificatory, is based on an analysis of academic performance and proof of proficiency in the language required by the chosen course. In this stage, the maximum score is 100 points.
The second stage is the responsibility of the foreign partner institutions, which are responsible for accepting or rejecting the applications of students approved in the first stage. In this case, the result depends not only on the student's academic performance and documentation, but also on the available places and the specific criteria of each institution.
The general result is scheduled to be released on November 29, while the final result of the first phase will be published on December 10. The nomination of candidates, part of the second selection phase, will follow the specific calendar of the partner institutions.
Where to apply for UFJF Exchange
Registration is open and can be done directly at portal Follow until November 19th. The registration system is practical and intuitive, allowing the candidate to choose the institution and course of interest, in addition to submitting the documentation required by the notice.
About UFJF
The Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF) is one of the most respected higher education institutions in Brazil, recognized for its academic excellence and its commitment to the comprehensive education of its students.. With a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses, UFJF has constantly invested in international partnerships, offering unique opportunities for their students to expand their training.
In addition to exchange programs, UFJF promotes actions to bring its students closer to the job market and encourage them to seek differentiated and enriching training. Through the International Relations Department, the institution has been strengthening its connections with universities in other countries, expanding the range of possibilities for its students to experience internationalization and return to Brazil with valuable cultural and academic experience.
With this new edition of the Undergraduate Exchange Program, UFJF reaffirms its role in contributing to the formation of global citizens committed to sustainable development and the demands of contemporary society.
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