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UFSCar Offers Over 80 Free Courses in the Areas of Natural Sciences, Economics, Education, Communication, Inclusion, Mathematics, and Many Others.
The Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar) has opened registrations for various free courses in several thematic areas, available for the general public. The classes are in the distance learning modality (EAD), so it accepts participants from anywhere in Brazil.
The free courses offered by UFSCar can be accessed on the PoCA platform and are available in areas such as Natural Sciences and Technologies, Education, Ethics, Management, Information and Communication, Inclusion and Accessibility, Mathematics, Health, Sustainability and Technologies, among others. The workload varies from 2 to 40 hours, depending on the chosen course, and students who complete them successfully receive certificates at the end.
Free Courses Available at the Federal University of São Carlos
Currently, the Federal University of São Carlos is offering 85 free courses through its platform, check out some of them:
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Become an expert in programming in a course that pays up to R$ 800 for it: Senai and Petrobras offer a free programming course that can pay a monthly scholarship.
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The São Paulo government opens 1,700 spots in free courses in the capital and Greater São Paulo, with classes starting on April 27 and registrations available in person or online for areas with high demand in the job market.
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Federal Institute will pay you R$ 300 for a free course: IFSP calls women for 320 in-person vacancies in 8 cities, with 60 hours of training and registrations open until April 21, 2026.
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Senar opens more than 3,000 vacancies in free technical courses for 2026 with 9 programs in agriculture, hybrid education EAD + in-person, registrations until May 26 and simplified selection without exams throughout Brazil.
- Introduction to Observational Astronomy
- The Importance of Setting Educational Objectives in Higher Education
- Notes on the Use of Calculators in the Classroom in Basic Education
- Team-Based Learning: Enhancing Collaborative Work in the Classroom
- The Gender Issue in Early Childhood Education
- Institutional Evaluation of Education
- Blended Learning in Higher Education
- The Use of Games in Teaching Mathematics in Basic Education
- Bioethics
- Ethics in Scientific Writing and Presentation of Results
- Ethics in Scientific Practice
- Legal Aspects of Workplace Harassment in the Public Administration
- Getting to Know the SCDP – Daily and Travel Allowance Granting System
- Basic Course in Corporate Risk Management
- Ecological Footprint
- Veganism: A Just Way of Living for All
- Learning through Art: Teaching Geography in Adult Education
- Basic Course on LimeSurvey
- Basic Course in Risk Management for Integrity in the Public Sector
- Introduction to Ethics in Public Service
- Competency-Based Management
- Ombudsman: What You Need to Know
- A Brief History of Brazilian Education
- Cineclubism and Education: The Possibilities of Cinema in the School Context
- Hybrid Teaching in Higher Education
- Hybrid Teaching: An Introduction to the Topic
- Formative Feedback: Theoretical Aspects and Best Practices
- Gamification for Education
- Musical Games and Activities
- Motivation in the Classroom: Elements for Good Teaching Practices
- Moving: The Classroom as a Space for Integral Development
- Assessment Processes in Higher Education
- Open Educational Resources: Rethinking Content Production
- The Academic Success of EAD Students: Self-Regulation of Learning in Focus
- Product Photography with a Cell Phone
- Market Analysis and Pricing
- Good Hygiene Practices in Food Manufacturing
- Social Media and Good Practices, Digital Marketing, and Commercialization via the Internet
- Procedures for a Document Flow that Meets Public Document Management
- REDE IsF: Getting to Know Languages Without Borders
- Application of Basic Principles of Layout, Color Use, and Typography in Graphic Projects
- Aspects of Photographic Language – Communication through Image
- How to Use Mendeley in Academic Research Management
- Developing Presentations with Slides
- Translation Studies: An Introduction
- History of Animation
- Principles of Telecommunications
- Systematic Literature Review
- Special Education: History, Policies, and Practices
- Introduction to Brazilian Sign Language Studies
- Architectural Accessibility Concepts for Project and Building Evaluation
- Sign Language Interpreter: Practice and Professional Training
- Special Education: History, Policies, and Practices
- Introduction to Numerical Integration
- Introduction to Linear Systems
- Introduction to Graph Theory
- Matrices and Determinants
- Fibonacci, Lucas, and Pell Sequences
- Numbering Systems
- Best Practices with Injectables: Actions for Infection Control
- Educational Strategy for Teaching about the Antimicrobial Management Program
- Measuring Blood Pressure: A Practical Guide
- Circular Economy
- Climate Education for Educators
- Education for Sustainability
- Introduction to Green and Sustainable Chemistry
- Hunting the Bengal Tiger and the Use of Digital Artifacts in Literacy
- Strategies for Mediation in Online Discussion Forums
- Accessible Games for Education
- Introduction to Linear and Nonlinear Regression Models with R
- Introduction to Arduino for Music Teachers
- Introduction to R Programming
- Introduction to the Use of Pl@ntNet on Mobile Devices
- Teaching in EAD: Planning the Use of Instruments and Criteria in Online Assessments
- Teaching in EAD: Introduction to Moodle
- Teaching in EAD: Assessment Challenges
- Teaching in EAD: Pedagogical Planning of Subjects
- Producing Video Lessons with Cell Phones
- Producing Podcasts for Use in the Classroom
- Scratch: Introduction to Programming for Educators
- Statistical Data Analysis in R
- Uses and Possibilities of Google Earth in Teaching Geography
- Wiki: Collaborative Knowledge Production
- YouTube and Its Potential as an Educational Tool
It is not possible to include the start and end dates of courses on the certificates, as the courses taught on PoCA are for an indefinite period, allowing participants to complete them whenever it is convenient for them, based on their interest levels and availability.
The certificates include information such as the course name, the participant’s name, the grade, the workload, and the date the certificate was issued. Additionally, there is a code printed on the back of the certificates that can be used to verify their authenticity.
How to Register to Participate in a Free Course at UFSCar
To participate in the free courses at the Federal University of São Carlos, there is no need to go through a selection process, as spots are unlimited. However, it is necessary to register on the platform first. First, access the PoCA platform via this link, then click on “Create an Account.” It is also possible to authenticate using a Google account.
After the registration, which is simple and only requires a few details, the interested party is redirected to the page with the list of free courses. Just choose the ones of interest and click the option “Enroll Me,” and you will have access to the content and can start studying.
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