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USP is offering a unique opportunity in 2025! With 6.400 free spots for online courses in Philosophy, Literature and Humanities, you can expand your knowledge without spending anything! Enter the draw to secure your spot. Don't miss this unmissable chance to improve your skills with renowned professors!
Have you ever thought about boosting your knowledge with courses from the largest university in Brazil without spending anything? In 2025 the University of São Paulo (USP) brings an unmissable opportunity for those looking to expand their academic horizons.
With a variety of exciting and up-to-date topics, the Summer Courses of the Faculty of Philosophy, Literature and Human Sciences (FFLCH) promise to attract thousands of people interested in expanding their knowledge in the humanities. But what is behind this long-awaited initiative?
Starting February 3, 2025, USP will offer 6.400 free places distributed in 83 online courses.
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The objective is to provide new training and learning opportunities for the general public, focusing on the areas of Linguistics, Literature, Philosophy and Human Sciences.
The proposal is to democratize access to knowledge and allow more people to explore highly relevant academic topics without leaving home.
How USP summer courses work
The courses are organized into two main areas of knowledge: Linguistics and Literature e Philosophy and Human Sciences.
To obtain the certificate of participation, it is necessary to fulfill at least 75% attendance in classes.
Places will be allocated through a draw, which makes participation accessible to anyone who wants to learn.
Furthermore, all courses are taught by renowned professors and experts, ensuring the quality and depth of the content offered.
Classes are available on intuitive digital platforms, allowing participants to follow the content in a flexible way that adapts to their routines.
Why participate in USP courses?
Participating in USP Summer Courses is an excellent opportunity to enrich your CV, explore new areas of knowledge and develop important skills for the job market.
Free courses from a renowned institution like USP can open doors to new professional and academic opportunities.
Furthermore, the virtual learning environment allows the exchange of experiences with people from different regions of Brazil, promoting rich cultural and academic interaction.
These courses are also ideal for those who want to deepen their knowledge on specific topics or even start a new area of study.
Registration schedule
The courses were divided into five groups, with specific dates for registration and the drawing of lots for places. Check out the options:
Group 1: registrations from January 20th to 21st – Draw on 22/01/2025
- What are languages made of?
- Women and the Holocaust: An Introduction
- Geo-cinema and the environment: reflections on contemporary problems
- Indigenous History and Indigenism: teaching and research
- An Introduction to the Works of Karl Marx (1843-1872)
Group 2: registrations from January 22th to 23st – Draw on 24/01/2025
- Why does Critical Theory need Psychoanalysis?
- Jews in Brazil: immigration, memory and culture
- The influence of neoliberalism on social values and identities
- Artificial Intelligence in Science Fiction: A Critical Approach
Group 3: registrations from January 24th to 26st – Draw on 27/01/2025
- Fundamental concepts in the philosophy of Simone de Beauvoir
- Development of technologies, platforms and artificial intelligence
- Political representation of gender and race in Brazil
- Rural territorial sustainability
Group 4: registrations from January 27th to 29st – Draw on 30/01/2025
- History of Animals: A Brief Introduction
- Violence and authoritarian continuity
- The Independent Cinema of John Cassavetes
- Statistical and climatological techniques applied to orbital data
Group 5: registrations from January 30th to February 2nd – Draw on 03/02/2025
- Introduction to Russian Poetry: 19th and 20th Centuries
- Decolonial and Afro-Latin feminisms: contributions to gender relations from the South
- Guns, Laws, and Protests: A Political History of Colombia (1928-1991)
- Brazilian fashion and cinema in formation (1950-1970)
Tips for securing a spot
To increase your chances of being selected, it is essential to respect the application deadlines and correctly fill in all the requested data.
Pay attention to the dates and ensure that your registration in the USP Apolo System is up to date.
Another important point is to choose courses aligned with your interests and professional goals.
Actively participating in classes and completing the required workload is also essential to obtain the certificate of completion.
How to Apply
Applications must be made by USP Apollo System through the link: register here. Please remember that registrations will only be available on the dates indicated for each group.
Places will be allocated by lottery, and selected candidates will be notified by email.
There will be no waiting lists, but the system may carry out new draws if there are withdrawals.
And you, have you already decided which USP course will transform your 2025? How about sharing in the comments which course most sparked your interest?
Only those who don't want to study don't. Opportunity is knocking at your door.
They are all good, because they are interconnected in the broad panorama of the humanities… is it possible to sign up for more than one…?