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UFPE Opens Registration for 1,380 Spots in Free Distance Courses; Opportunities Include Undergraduate Degrees in Various Areas and Are Aimed at Candidates of All Levels.
The Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE) is offering 1,380 spots in free distance courses for 2025.1. With options aimed at undergraduate education, these spots are an excellent opportunity for those who want to enter higher education without having to attend daily in-person classes, but with occasional in-person activities at support hubs scattered throughout the state of Pernambuco.
The opportunities are for courses in teaching and bachelor’s degrees in areas such as Biological Sciences, Physical Education, Geography, History, Mathematics, Languages, and Accounting. Additionally, the candidate must have participated in one of the last five editions of the National High School Exam (Enem), an essential requirement to compete for the spots.
Distance Courses with Quality and Accessibility
The free distance courses offered by UFPE have been designed for those seeking flexibility and quality in education. With classes and activities accessible via the internet, the courses provide a quality distance learning experience, but also require commitment from students for mandatory in-person activities. These activities take place at support hubs located in strategic cities in Pernambuco, such as Recife, Caruaru, Petrolina, among others.
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UFPE also emphasizes its commitment to inclusive education by offering spots in three categories: open competition, quotas for students from public schools, and reserved spots for basic education teachers from municipal and state networks. This structure aims to ensure that the largest number of people can access the free distance courses.
Available Courses and Support Hubs
Check below the list of free distance courses offered by UFPE and their respective spots:
- Licentiate in Biological Sciences – 150 spots
- Licentiate in Physical Education – 180 spots
- Licentiate in Geography – 155 spots
- Licentiate in History – 150 spots
- Licentiate in Mathematics – 120 spots
- Licentiate in Languages – Spanish – 135 spots
- Licentiate in Languages – Portuguese – 160 spots
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting – 330 spots
The support hubs where mandatory in-person activities will take place are located in the following cities in Pernambuco:
Afrânio, Águas Belas, Arcoverde, Carpina, Caruaru, Cedro, Dormentes, Floresta, Garanhuns, Gravatá, Jaboatão dos Guararapes, Lagoa Grande, Limoeiro, Ouricuri, Palmares, Pesqueira, Petrolina, Recife, Salgueiro, Santa Cruz do Capibaribe, São José do Egito, Sertânia, Surubim, Tabira, Trindade, Triunfo, Vitória de Santo Antão.
How the Selection Process Works
To participate in the selection process, the candidate must have taken one of the five most recent editions of the Enem. The selection will take place in three categories: open competition, quotas for students from public schools, and specific spots for teachers from municipal and state basic education networks. Teachers, in fact, have their own registration form and are exempt from the registration fee.
Registrations are open until November 25 and can be made upon payment of a fee of R$35. It is important for the candidate to check the notice and fill out the specific form for the desired course, available on the Prograd website, where all necessary information is listed.
Where to Register
For those interested in participating in the free distance courses offered by UFPE, registrations can be made directly on the Prograd website (Dean’s Office of Undergraduate Studies at UFPE). Candidates must choose their course of interest, fill out the specific form, and then make the payment, except for teachers, who have until November 22 to register with the fee exemption.
About UFPE
The Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE) is one of the most respected higher education institutions in Brazil, being a reference in education, research, and extension. Based in Recife, with campuses in other regions of the state, UFPE stands out for its excellence in teaching and commitment to social and educational development.
Through free distance courses, UFPE reinforces its mission to expand access to higher education, promoting opportunities for a diverse and decentralized audience. This initiative has a significant impact on training new qualified professionals, especially in the educational fields, thus strengthening basic education in Pernambuco and throughout Brazil.
