Applications for the MEC PROFLETRAS 2025 Close Tomorrow! Licensed Teachers in Language or Pedagogy Have One Last Chance to Secure One of the 705 Spots Offered in Universities Across Brazil.
Master’s opportunities are always competitive in Brazil, but this may be your last chance to secure a spot in one of the country’s most sought-after programs.
With applications open until tomorrow, Sunday, September 22, 2024, the Professional Master’s Program in Language (PROFLETRAS) from the Ministry of Education (MEC) is offering over 700 spots for teachers all over Brazil.
The race against time has already begun, and those who do not secure their application by the deadline may miss the chance to be part of one of the country’s most promising initiatives.
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As disclosed by the National Coordination of PROFLETRAS, the selection process for 2025 is being conducted in various regions of Brazil, and interested parties have until the last minute of this Sunday to register.
The opportunity is open to licensed teachers in Language and Pedagogy, who work as permanent or temporary staff in basic education.
What Is MEC’s PROFLETRAS?
The PROFLETRAS is a semi-presential professional master’s program aimed at training teachers of Portuguese Language throughout the country.
According to the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), which coordinates the exam, the goal is to qualify professionals in the field for teaching in a way that is more qualified and prepared for the current demands of Brazilian education.
Offering a model that combines distance learning and in-person meetings, the program allows teachers to balance their studies with their professional activities.
The innovative methodology helps keep the teaching staff constantly updated, responding to the new educational requirements of the country.
Which Universities and Regions Have Available Spots?
With 705 spots distributed among various universities in all regions of the country, PROFLETRAS is a unique opportunity for teachers seeking to specialize and enhance their training.
Below is a list of the spots offered by MEC by region and university:
Central-West:
- Mato Grosso do Sul State University (UEMS), Campo Grande, MS: 20 spots
- Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Três Lagoas, MS: 9 spots
- Mato Grosso State University (UNEMAT), Cáceres, MT: 10 spots
- UEMS, Dourados, MS: 10 spots
Northeast:
- Pernambuco University (UPE), Garanhuns, PE: 25 spots
- UPE, Nazaré da Mata, PE: 25 spots
- Federal University of Ceará (UFC), Fortaleza, CE: 20 spots
- Ceará State University (UECE), Fortaleza, CE: 15 spots
- Federal University of Paraíba (UFPB), Mamanguape, PB: 19 spots
- Paraíba State University (UEPB), Guarabira, PB: 16 spots
North:
- Federal University of Pará (UFPA), Belém, PA: 20 spots
- Federal University of Acre (UFAC), Rio Branco, AC: 15 spots
- Federal University of the South and Southeast of Pará (UNIFESSPA), Marabá, PA: 17 spots
- Federal University of Western Pará (UFOPA), Santarém, PA: 12 spots
Southeast:
- Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Rio de Janeiro, RJ: 20 spots
- University of São Paulo (USP), São Paulo, SP: 18 spots
- Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, MG: 18 spots
- Federal Institute of Espírito Santo (IFES), Vitória, ES: 18 spots
South:
- Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), Florianópolis, SC: 15 spots
- Maringá State University (UEM), Maringá, PR: 12 spots
- Londrina State University (UEL), Londrina, PR: 10 spots
- State University of Western Paraná (UNIOESTE), Cascavel, PR: 10 spots
Besides these universities, other institutions across Brazil are also part of the MEC program, offering robust training that meets the local demands of education professionals.
What Are the Benefits of the MEC Program?
According to UFRN, the main benefits of PROFLETRAS are related to the ongoing training of teachers and the possibility of qualification without leaving their region of operation.
The semi-presential format facilitates educators’ routines and allows them to continue working while studying.
Additionally, the program aims to elevate the level of Portuguese Language teaching in public schools across Brazil, which directly impacts the quality of education.
How to Register?
If you haven’t registered yet, there’s still time, but it’s important to act quickly. Applications can be made through the Permanently Coordinated Examination Center (COMPERVE) at UFRN, where candidates must fill in the necessary information and pay the application fee. The final deadline is 11:59 PM tomorrow, and there will be no extensions.
The complete notice can be accessed through the COMPERVE page, where all the requirements for participating in the selection are detailed.
Among the requirements are verified experience as a Portuguese Language teacher at the basic level and formal education in Language or Pedagogy.
Do Not Miss the Deadline!
With the application deadline closing tomorrow, September 22, it is essential that interested parties do not wait until the last minute.
This may be the ideal opportunity to advance your career, gaining new knowledge and specializing in one of the most renowned programs in Brazil.
And you, are you ready to secure your spot in the MEC master’s program?

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