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Take part in UFPE's free online postgraduate courses (EAD) with vacancies in science teaching and school management. Sign up!
The Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE) opened registrations for the selection process for free online postgraduate courses (EAD), according to Notice 01/2025 – UFPE Selection Process – EAD|UAB 2025.1. The courses are part of the Open University of Brazil (UAB) Program and offer training opportunities for various professional areas. In total, 925 vacancies are being made available, distributed across several in-person support centers in the state of Pernambuco.
The free online postgraduate courses (EAD) offered by the Federal University-UFPE aim to promote continuing education and specialization in areas such as Teaching Libras, Quilombola School Education and School Management. The format will be predominantly remote, but there will be connected face-to-face activities, which will use communication technologies for synchronous moments. Each course has a varied workload, according to its pedagogical planning, and students participate in virtual classes, discussion forums, thematic seminars and periodic assessments.
Vacancies and locations offered
The free online postgraduate courses (EAD) total 925 vacancies, distributed in face-to-face support centers spread throughout the state of Pernambuco. For example, the Libras Teaching course will be offered in Carpina, Caruaru, Cedro, Limoeiro, Pesqueira, Petrolina and Recife, totaling 150 vacancies. The specialization in Law, Management and Public Governance will have centers in Arcoverde, Caruaru, Ouricuri, Recife, Santa Cruz do Capibaribe, Sertânia and Vitória de Santo Antão, with 175 vacancies in total.
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Process and quotas
The selection process will be carried out by curriculum analysis and divided into four groups: public school teachers (Group 1), public education managers and professionals (Group 2), public agents (Group 3) and general competition (Group 4). Candidates who work in quilombola schools or with quilombola communities have priority in the Quilombola School Education course.
Application requirements
To participate, candidates must have completed higher education, according to the criteria established for each course. It is necessary to present documents such as a diploma, ID, CPF, proof of residence and documents that prove inclusion in the chosen group. Those who do not present all documents will be automatically disqualified.
Full list of courses offered
The available courses are:
- Teaching Libras
- Quilombola School Education
- Law, Management and Public Governance
- School management
- Science Teaching – “Science is a 10!”
Registration for free courses
Registration for free online postgraduate courses (EAD) must be done exclusively through the SIGAA public selection process portal, on the website https://sigaa.ufpe.br/sigaa/public . Places are limited and the application process closes on March 12, 2025. The certificates or diplomas issued are recognized and valid nationally, making this a great opportunity for those seeking professional specialization. Apply now and expand your possibilities for professional growth!
