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USPex platform offers more than 200 courses and hundreds of free and paid activities, both in person and online!
For those who have always dreamed of having the USP on your resume, now is the time! A University of São Paulo (USP) launched an innovative platform called USP Extension (USPex), bringing together a vast repository of courses and extension activities. With more than 200 options available, the new platform makes it easier to search, choose and register for activities offered to the general public. Be one free or paid course, in-person or online, USP has something for you, according to vocesaabril.
Diversity of courses and activities at USP
No USPex, you will find a huge variety of courses and activities. Since marketing management to veterinary homeopathy, going through Galician literature e data analysis with Python. The diversity is impressive, and the best part is that many of these courses are free! The platform allows you to filter courses by subject, modality (in-person or distance learning) and campus (Bauru, Lorena, Piracicaba, Pirassununga, Ribeirão Preto, São Carlos and São Paulo).
When selecting a course or activity that interests you, you will have access to a detailed description, including registration period and duration, prerequisites, value (if paid), location, certification, number of vacancies, area of knowledge and target audience. It's almost a “menu” of opportunities to enrich your knowledge and resume.
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Types of courses offered by USP
USP courses are organized into four main modalities: specialization, improvement, updating and dissemination. Each modality serves different audiences and objectives. See the main characteristics of each one:
- Fellowship: With a minimum workload of 360 hours and 40 hours of monograph, these courses are aimed at specific fields of knowledge, such as MBAs.
- Improvement: Similar to specialization, but without the requirement for a monograph and with a minimum workload of 180 hours. Ideal for those looking to deepen their knowledge without the need for a monograph.
- Update: With a minimum duration of 30 hours, these courses aim to disseminate the progress of knowledge in specific areas, in a more punctual manner.
- Diffusion: With a minimum duration of 4 hours, these courses aim to disseminate knowledge and techniques to the community in general.
Extension activities for graduates
In addition to courses, USP also offers extension activities aimed at exclusively for graduates, divided into three categories:
- Professional Practice: Focused on improving the exercise of professional activity.
- Update Program: Develops knowledge or techniques in specific areas, allowing the interested party to stay up to date.
- Residence: Aimed at deepening scientific knowledge and technical proficiency through in-service training.
How to access the USPex platform
The USPex platform was developed by Dean of Culture and University Extension (PRCEU) from USP, in partnership with Pecege, the institute responsible for the institution's MBA courses. To access the platform, simply visit the official USP website and navigate to the extension section. There, you will find all the information you need to start exploring the opportunities available.
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So, don't waste time! Whether for a free course or a residency program, USP offers several options for all tastes and needs. Who knows, maybe your next big career step is just a click away?
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