Enroll in the Free Graduate Courses at the Federal Institute-IFRN! Specializations in Geosciences, Theater, and More.
If you are looking for specialization in various fields, the Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Rio Grande do Norte (IFRN) has just opened registrations for lato sensu graduate courses. The opportunities are detailed in Edital nº 39/2024-PROPI, which offers 265 spots distributed across seven courses. This is an unmissable chance to enhance knowledge and add value to your career.
The free graduate courses aim to train professionals to work in various areas of teaching and management, focusing on continuous education and academic improvement. Classes will be held in-person, with a workload ranging from 30 to 40 hours per week, depending on the course. The format includes activities such as theoretical classes, seminars, debates, and practical assessments, promoting an enriching learning experience.
Vacancies and Locations
In total, there are 265 spots distributed among the Natal-Central, Parelhas, Parnamirim, Pau dos Ferros, and São Gonçalo do Amarante campuses. Each campus offers courses with spots reserved for different profiles, such as public network teachers, self-declared black, brown, or indigenous individuals, and people with disabilities, ensuring inclusion and diversification in the selection process.
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Selection Process and Reservation of Vacancies
The selection will occur through the analysis of resumes and academic transcripts. The process also reserves 20% of the spots for self-declared black, brown, or indigenous individuals, 5% for people with disabilities, and 50% for active teachers in the public education system. This structure ensures that opportunities are widely accessible.
Requirements for Registration
Those interested in participating in the free graduate courses must hold a graduation diploma in the desired course area, as well as prove professional or teaching experience, depending on the case. Internet access and digital devices are also required to follow the information on the selection process.
Available Courses
- Specialization in Teaching Geosciences – Natal-Central Campus
- Specialization in Teaching Natural Sciences and Mathematics – Parelhas and Parnamirim Campuses
- Specialization in Teaching Theater – Parnamirim Campus
- Specialization in Environmental Education and Geography of the Semiarid – Pau dos Ferros Campus
- Specialization in Education and Contemporaneity – São Gonçalo do Amarante Campus
- Specialization in Project Management – São Gonçalo do Amarante Campus
Selection Process Schedule
- Start of registrations: 12/23/2024, starting at 2 PM
- End of registrations: 01/20/2025, at 11:59 PM
- Preliminary results of the resume analysis: 02/11/2025
- Final results: 03/12/2025
- Online pre-registration: 03/17 to 03/20/2025
How to Register for the Free Courses
Registrations for the graduate courses are made exclusively online, on the Federal Institute portal processoseletivo.ifrn.edu.br. It is essential to fill in the data correctly and attach the requested documentation. Take this opportunity to specialize and obtain a nationally recognized certificate, expanding your possibilities in the job market. Register now!

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