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Start 2025 by completing a degree WITHOUT leaving home and FREE OF CHARGE! University invites more than 1400 people interested in taking a higher education course online

Written by Alisson Ficher
Published 14/01/2025 ร s 19:46
UFMA opens 1.450 free places for distance learning courses in 2025. Check out the details, cities covered and registration requirements!
UFMA opens 1.450 free places for distance learning courses in 2025. Check out the details, cities covered and registration requirements!

The Federal University of Maranhรฃo (UFMA) is offering 1.450 free places for distance learning undergraduate courses in 2025. The courses cover areas such as public administration, biology, physics and visual arts, distributed across 32 campuses in Maranhรฃo. Requirements include a high school diploma and internet access. The announcement will be released soon. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to study free of charge!

Imagine starting 2025 with a new chance to transform your career without having to leave the comfort of your home.

A renowned Brazilian university has just announced the opening of free places for distance learning higher education courses.

The promise? To combine accessibility, quality and technology to offer cutting-edge education to students spread across several cities. But what are the courses? Where do they take place? And how can you participate? Keep reading to find out all about it!

Details of the selection process

A Federal University of Maranhao (UFMA), through the Superintendence of Technologies in Education (STED/UFMA), confirmed the opening of 1.450 places for undergraduate courses in the Distance Education (EAD) modality in 2025.

According to the institution, the objective is to expand access to higher education, especially in regions where the offer of in-person courses is still limited.

The Sousรขndrade Foundation will be responsible for organizing the entire selection process, which will include stages such as registration, documentation analysis and final selection.

What courses are available?

The courses offered cover different areas of knowledge, with emphasis on undergraduate and graduate programs. Check out the full list:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration;
  • Degrees in Visual Arts, Biological Sciences, Physical Education, Physics, Portuguese Language/LIBRAS and Chemistry.

These courses will be distributed in 32 teaching centers, strategically located in several cities in Maranhรฃo, including Aรงailรขndia, Bacabal, Imperatriz, Sรฃo Luรญs and many more.

Registration criteria

To participate, candidates must meet some basic requirements, which guarantee access and success in the program:

  • Present a certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent;
  • Be an active teacher (preferably for undergraduate courses);
  • Have constant access to the internet and skills in using technological tools;
  • Reside in the municipality of the chosen hub or within a distance of up to 100 km;
  • Be available to participate in mandatory in-person meetings.

These requirements reflect UFMA's commitment to ensuring that candidates are able to take full advantage of the distance learning model.

What to expect from the notice?

Although the official notice has not yet been published, it will provide detailed information on:

  • Registration dates;
  • Required documents;
  • Selection criteria;
  • Complete process schedule.

UFMA recommends that interested parties follow updates on its official channels to avoid missing important deadlines.

This is a unique opportunity for those who want to enter higher education at no cost and with flexibility.

How distance learning transforms lives

Distance Learning (EAD) programs have been growing throughout Brazil, especially due to the possibility of serving students who face geographical or financial barriers to studying in person.

Furthermore, UFMA uses advanced technologies, such as Virtual Learning Environments (AVA), to provide a complete and accessible experience.

Contemplated cities

The vacancies will be distributed in the following cities: Aรงailรขndia, Alto Parnaรญba, Anapurus, Bacabal, Barra do Corda, Imperatriz, Sรฃo Luรญs, among others.

These centers function as support points for face-to-face meetings and support for students.

An unmissable opportunity

By offering 1.450 free places for distance learning undergraduate courses, UFMA reaffirms its role as a reference in the democratization of education.

This initiative allows thousands of Brazilians to transform their lives through knowledge, even in places where access to higher education is limited.

Do you want to be part of this transformation?

With all this information, it is clear that this is an opportunity that cannot be ignored. Stay tuned for the announcement and get ready to start a new stage in your academic life. Click to subscribe!

Are you ready to take the next step? Which of these courses best matches your dreams and goals for 2025? Comment below and share your thoughts!

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Roseane
Roseane
15/01/2025 20:11

In other words, ead, but itโ€™s not that eadโ€ฆ

Diego
Diego
In reply to  Roseane
16/01/2025 20:35

It's true!

Diego
Diego
In reply to  Diego
16/01/2025 20:36

I live in Parรก, but I noticed that there are meetings.

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