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Get a master's degree at MEC! The Ministry of Education is calling for a professional master's degree in Philosophy with the right to certification

Written by Alisson Ficher
Published 10/02/2025 às 23:12
Discover how the MEC's ​​Professional Master's Degree in Philosophy (PROF-FILO) is transforming teacher training in Brazil.
Discover how the MEC's ​​Professional Master's Degree in Philosophy (PROF-FILO) is transforming teacher training in Brazil.

Are you a Philosophy teacher looking to advance your career? The MEC offers PROF-FILO, a professional master's degree with national certification, aimed at elementary school teachers. Don't miss this chance to deepen your knowledge and stand out in the field!

O the Ministry of Education (MEC): offers the Professional Master's Degree in Philosophy (PROF-FILO) through the Mais Professores program, an initiative aimed at qualifying basic education teachers.

This program represents an excellent opportunity for teachers who wish to deepen their knowledge in the field and obtain a nationally recognized diploma.

Furthermore, PROF-FILO aims to strengthen the teaching of Philosophy in Brazil, contributing to improving the quality of education in the country.

About the PROF-FILO Master's Degree

PROF-FILO is a professional master's degree aimed at the continuing education of Philosophy teachers, providing academic and practical qualifications for work in basic education.

With MEC certification, the course is offered at several higher education institutions throughout Brazil.

The program stands out for integrating theoretical and methodological aspects of Philosophy with innovative pedagogical practices, seeking to train professionals prepared to face the challenges of contemporary education.

PROF-FILO students have access to courses that explore both the classical foundations of Philosophy and the most recent approaches to teaching and learning the subject.

How to enroll in the PROF-FILO Master's Degree?

Selection for the Professional Master's Degree in Philosophy occurs according to the notice of each participating institution.

Interested parties must follow the selection processes at the universities and federal institutes that offer the course.

Typically, the selection process includes a written test, CV analysis and interview, and it is essential that candidates demonstrate experience in teaching and an interest in contributing to the teaching of Philosophy in Brazil.

Additionally, some programs require a pre-research project, in which the candidate must present a relevant philosophical problem and their proposed approach to the master's degree.

This aspect makes PROF-FILO a valuable opportunity for teachers who wish to deepen their reflections and develop new methods of teaching Philosophy.

Educational institutions offering PROF-FILO

The Master's in Philosophy is available at several universities and federal institutes in different states of Brazil. Check out some of the institutions that are part of the program, organized by region:

Northern Region

Educational institutionGeneral informationContact Us
UFAC – Federal University of AcreClassroom courseprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UFAM – Federal University of AmazonasAvailable in Manausprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UERR – State University of RoraimaFocus on Contemporary Philosophyprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UFT – Federal University of TocantinsActive Methodologiesprof.filosofia@ufpr.br

North East Region

Educational institutionGeneral informationContact Us
IFPE – Federal Institute of PernambucoAnnual classesprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
IFSertãoPE – Federal Institute of the Pernambuco BacklandsPhilosophy and Educationprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UERN – State University of Rio Grande do NorteStudies in Epistemologyprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UFC – Federal University of CearaPolitical Philosophyprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UFCA – Federal University of CaririTeaching Philosophyprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UFCG – Federal University of Campina GrandePhilosophy of Languageprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UFMA – Federal University of MaranhaoPhilosophy of Educationprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UFPI – Federal University of PiauíEthics and Teachingprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UFRB – Federal University of Recôncavo da BahiaHistory of Philosophyprof.filosofia@ufpr.br

Midwest region

Educational institutionGeneral informationContact Us
UNB – University of BrasiliaAnalytical Philosophy and Educationprof.filosofia@ufpr.br

Southeast

Educational institutionGeneral informationContact Us
UFES – Federal University of Espírito SantoTeaching and Practical Philosophyprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UFABC – Federal University of ABCPhilosophy of Scienceprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UFSCAR – Federal University of São CarlosPhilosophy and Societyprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UNIRIO – Federal University of the State of Rio de JaneiroMethodology of Philosophical Teachingprof.filosofia@ufpr.br

South

Educational institutionGeneral informationContact Us
UFPR – Federal University of ParanáPhilosophy and Cognitionprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UFRGS – Federal University of Rio Grande do SulPhilosophy and Technologyprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UNESPAR – State University of ParanáPhilosophy and Applied Ethicsprof.filosofia@ufpr.br
UNIMONTES – State University of Montes ClarosPhilosophy and Teacher Trainingprof.filosofia@ufpr.br

To check the complete list of institutions and locations offering the course, visit the official MEC website.

Benefits of the PROF-FILO Master's Degree

  • Certification recognized by MEC
  • Professional qualification for basic education teachers
  • Opportunity to deepen your knowledge of Philosophy
  • Expansion of the teaching and methodological repertoire
  • Wide network of participating institutions

Contact and information

Candidates who would like more information about PROF-FILO can contact us by email: prof.filosofia@ufpr.br.

Don't miss this opportunity to advance your academic career and contribute even more to education in Brazil! Enroll in the Professional Master's Degree in Philosophy (PROF-FILO) and expand your teaching possibilities.

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Francis of Assisi of the Birth
Francis of Assisi of the Birth
12/02/2025 09:33

It would cost a lot to complete this master's degree.

Alisson Ficher

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